A written statement issued by Nationalist Movement Party (MHP) leader Devlet Bahceli on the occasion of the 103rd anniversary of the Republic of Turkiye, the 35th anniversary of the independence of the Turkic republics, and the Ankara Summit of the Organization of Turkic States has drawn widespread attention. The statement noted that the brotherhood between Azerbaijan and Turkiye is too deep-rooted to be confined to daily developments, possessing a historical depth that transcends routine political and diplomatic matters.
Bahceli noted that this same sensitivity applies to all brotherly states across the Turkic world.
The MHP leader stressed: “No disagreement should be allowed to escalate, no conflict should turn into a permanent division, and no seeds of discord should be sown among us. The bonds of brotherhood are preserved through mutual respect and faith in a shared future. Therefore, the duty of every member of the Turkic world is to prioritize our historical closeness over everyday disputes, avoid turning differences into grounds for separation, and refrain from steps that would weaken our future.”
Speaking to Globalinfo.az, political commentator Asif Narimanli said that Devlet Bahceli’s latest remarks were intended to overcome frictions in Azerbaijani-Turkish relations and reinforce unity across the Turkic world:
“This can be regarded as a call for solidarity ahead of the OTS Ankara Summit. At the same time, it conveys concern that tensions between Azerbaijan and Turkiye have not completely dissipated. Bahceli’s statement is an appeal to eliminate these tensions entirely and ensure that brotherhood continues to serve as the core guiding principle in state-to-state relations. However, it was also addressed to those inside Turkiye who have taken a stance against Azerbaijan and stirred up the recent tension. It is evident that these factions are situated within the government or directed by it.
Asif Narimanli
As a coalition partner in Turkiye’s ruling alliance, Bahceli conveyed the nationalist movement’s position directly to these factions, affirming their steadfast support for Azerbaijan. In fact, the MHP played a significant role in thwarting the smear campaigns against Azerbaijan waged by certain elements within the ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP). The nationalist constituency continues to fulfill this mission.”
Turan Rzayev
Globalinfo.az
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