Zekai Aksakallı

Zekai Aksakallı is a retired Turkish army general who is best known for his leadership during the failed coup attempt in Turkey on July 15, 2016. As the commander of the Special Forces, he played a crucial role in thwarting the coup by giving orders that mobilized troops to resist the coup plotters. His decisive actions and bravery during that critical night earned him recognition as a national hero in Turkey, symbolizing the defense of democracy and national sovereignty.