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While the 'Headscarf' discussions continue on the Ankara-Baku line... A message from Bahçeli to Azerbaijan

MHP Chairman Devlet Bahçeli published a congratulatory message on the 35th anniversary of the regaining of Azerbaijan's independence.

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MHP Chairman Devlet Bahçeli celebrated Azerbaijan's 18 October Restoration of Independence Day.
Bahçeli reiterated the "One nation, two states" emphasis between Türkiye and Azerbaijan and drew attention to the common destiny of the two countries.

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Azerbaijan re-declared its independence on October 18, 1991. The Karabakh Victory in 2020 was a critical turning point in ensuring the territorial integrity of Azerbaijan.

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Nationalist Movement Party (MHP) Chairman Devlet Bahçeli published a written statement on the occasion of Azerbaijan's 18 October Restoration of Independence Day.

Celebrating the 35th anniversary of the regaining of Azerbaijan's independence, Bahçeli emphasized the historical and cultural ties between the two countries.

Bahçeli's statement was as follows:

“Happy Independence Day” to our brother and friend country, which once again declared its sovereignty and freedom to the whole world with the Constitutional Act on the State Independence of the Republic of Azerbaijan, adopted on 18 October 1991. I congratulate the 35th anniversary of this meaningful day with my most sincere feelings.

Brother and friend Azerbaijan's "Restoration of Independence Day" is not only the rebirth of a state, but also the expression of the noble stance of a nation that does not accept slavery and does not bow down to it. Azerbaijan gave a new meaning and strength to its national independence with the Karabakh Victory on September 27-November 10, 2020.

“Once raised, the flag never comes down again!” The statement is the essence of the idea of independence of friendly and brother Azerbaijan. The saying "Azerbaijan's joy is our joy, its sorrow is our sorrow" is a concrete expression of our feelings towards our friendly and brotherly country. These thoughts are the reflection of historical experiences and common fate. Located in the cradle of a great civilization, Turkey and Azerbaijan have faced all difficulties with the same thoughts and a common stance with the understanding of "One nation, two states". It is an absolute reality that they will direct their future with the same feelings and thoughts. There will be no turning back from this.

Azerbaijan and Türkiye are an inseparable whole, no matter what the issue. We are two sons of a mother from the same lineage. Our religion, our language, our love and our path are the same from eternity to eternity. Our love and our fight are the same. "On this occasion, I once again congratulate our brothers and friends on the 'Restoration of Independence Day' and convey my greetings and affection to each of them."