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Türkiye’s president marks 111th anniversary of Canakkale Land Battles
"I respectfully commemorate all our heroes, led by Gazi Mustafa Kemal, who engaged in an epic struggle for our independence and future," President Erdogan said.
Türkiye’s president marks 111th anniversary of Canakkale Land Battles
President Erdogan expresses gratitude to the heroes of the Canakkale struggle for Turkish national independence. [File photo]

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Saturday marked the 111th anniversary of the Canakkale Land Battles.

“On the 111th anniversary of the Canakkale Land Battles, I respectfully commemorate all our heroes, led by Gazi Mustafa Kemal, who engaged in an epic struggle for our independence and future,” Erdogan said on Turkish social media platform Nsosyal.

President Erdogan also commemorated fallen soldiers and veterans, expressing gratitude for their sacrifice.

SOURCE:AA