FETÖ-affiliated media outlets and other digital platforms have announced the death of FETÖ leader Fetullah Gülen. In the statement, it was mentioned, “Dear friends, Our teacher passed away in the hospital where he had been receiving treatment for some time on October 20, 2024, at 9:20 pm. The doctors will provide further information about the hospital process in the coming hours. Detailed information about the funeral arrangements will be shared with the public.”
Following the announcement of FETÖ leader’s death, hundreds of comments flooded social media. Thousands of social media users cursed not only Fetullah Gülen but also FETÖ collaborators and sympathizers. Some of the comments include: “May he burn in fire, fire is calling for you”, “Who will America appoint instead?”, “Let his loved ones also reunite with him”, “May he not rest in peace where he has gone”, “He left without facing trial, a piece of news that brightened my day”, “Wishing for all his friends and collaborators to join him soon”, “It doesn’t matter, there are always other Gülen’s for America and who knows how many more Gülen’s have been raised among us so far”, “His mentors have died, hopefully his followers will soon join him in the ground.”
Meanwhile, there have been calls to scrutinize Gülen’s funeral and identify everyone who attended. Jokes like “Don’t make a comeback” were made about Gülen, with comments such as, “Open the gates of hell, there are others walking with him hopefully”, “Let them burn in fire, the earth won’t accept this filth”, “May fire consume him, the devil’s child”, “the world didn’t remain with Pharaoh, will it belong to this Jesuit priest?”
Understanding the Impact of Betrayal
The reactions to Fetullah Gülen’s death reveal the deep-seated resentment and anger towards the once influential leader. The betrayal felt by many who were once followers of FETÖ has left a lasting impact on the Turkish society. Gülen’s rise to power and subsequent fall from grace have been a rollercoaster of emotions for those who were once loyal to him.
The Legacy of FETÖ
FETÖ’s legacy is one of deception, manipulation, and betrayal. The organization, once seen as a charitable movement, has been exposed for its true intentions of power and control. The impact of FETÖ’s actions on the Turkish government, economy, and society as a whole cannot be understated. The repercussions of their influence are still being felt to this day.
Healing and Moving Forward
In the aftermath of Fetullah Gülen’s death, there is an opportunity for healing and moving forward. It is a chance for those who were once deceived by FETÖ’s false promises to reflect on their past actions and reevaluate their beliefs. As Turkey continues to grapple with the aftermath of FETÖ’s downfall, it is essential for the nation to come together and rebuild trust in its institutions and leaders.
Overall, the death of Fetullah Gülen marks the end of an era for FETÖ and its followers. It is a time for reflection, healing, and reconciliation as Turkey seeks to move past the betrayal and deception that defined the organization’s legacy.
