17 detained in new wave of Ergenekon probe

Seventeen people, including five active army lieutenants and a military academy student, were detained yesterday in police raids in five cities, including Istanbul, Ankara and Izmir, as part of the ongoing Ergenekon probe. Nearly 50 suspects already under arrest, including retired army generals, will start appearing before the court on Oct. 20 to face accusations that include membership in an armed terrorist group, attempting to bring down the government, inciting people to rebel against the Republic of Turkey, and similar crimes. In related news, Ergenekon suspect retired Gen. Sener Eruygur, who was hospitalized on Wednesday due to a cerebral hemorrhage caused by a fall in prison, is currently under sedation in intensive care.