Topic: Gulen Extradition

The situation in Turkey remains volatile following the failed coup, with IED explosions reported near the presidential palace. President Erdoğan is demanding the extradition of cleric Fethullah Gülen from the United States. The hosts discuss the State Department's cautious response and Erdoğan's threat to tear up the extradition treaty, potentially turning Turkey into a safe haven for ISIS.

Turkey has formally requested the extradition of Fethullah Gulen, an imam living in Pennsylvania who is allegedly under CIA protection. The State Department refused to comment on the request, despite a long-standing extradition treaty with Turkey. The hosts predict this will be a major diplomatic flashpoint as Turkey purges Gulen's followers from its government.