Ishik added that military experts estimate that around 95 percent of cadets studying in shut down military schools have ties with the Gülenist Terror Organization (FETÖ).
Ishik also stated that expulsions from the military could continue if deemed necessary.
Due to the ongoing events in the country, namely the post-coup state of emergency, the official ceremony for the August 30 Victory Day celebrations in Ankara will be cancelled, added Ishik.
The decree to reappoint 167 generals was signed by President Tayyip Erdoğan on Monday, Prime Minister Binali Yıldırım and Defense Minister Fikri Ishık, said 94 generals in land forces, 22 admirals, 44 generals in the airforce and seven others have been reappointed.
The decree was published in the official government record of approved legislation, the Official Gazette.
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