Officials mark 88th anniversary of Atatürk's death with Republic protection messages

Kocaeli Governor İlhami Aktaş issued a message marking the 88th anniversary of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk's death. He stated that November 10 is not only a commemoration day but also a reminder of the duty to protect and develop the Republic.

Aktaş emphasized Atatürk's legacy of independence and the determination to raise Turkey to the level of contemporary civilization. He also honored the martyrs and veterans of the War of Independence.

“Today it is our duty to walk on the path he opened; to defend the Republic, national sovereignty and the indivisible integrity of the Turkish nation under all conditions.”

Zafer Party Kastamonu Provincial Chairman Özcan Büyükşen issued a separate statement for November 10. He described Atatürk as the founder who crowned a nation's will for independence with the Republic.

Büyükşen highlighted Atatürk's reforms, including the alphabet revolution, women's rights, education, and industrialization. He stressed that the Republic, national sovereignty, and Turkey's indivisible integrity must be defended under all conditions.

Both officials concluded their messages with expressions of gratitude, respect, and longing for Atatürk. Büyükşen stated that Atatürk's ideas live on and the Republic will continue forever in his footsteps.

The Kocaeli statement was compiled from a press release issued by the Kocaeli Governorate.