Malatya Governor Seddar Yavuz and Metropolitan Municipality Mayor Sami Er published a message on the occasion of July 15 Democracy and National Unity Day.

In his message, Yavuz stated that the treacherous coup attempt carried out by the FETO terrorist organization against the country's independence, democracy, national will and constitutional order on the night of July 15, 2016 was failed, thanks to the determined leadership of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, the strong will of the state and the epic resistance of the beloved nation.

Stating that the nation achieved a great democracy victory written in golden letters in history with the unique courage and sacrifice it displayed on that dark night, Yavuz said, "The FETO terrorist organization, which insidiously infiltrated the most intimate institutions of our state for years, exploited our nation's faith and sacred values and turned into a treason network; on the night of July 15, it targeted not only our constitutional order, but also the unity and solidarity of our nation, the survival of our state and the future of our country. However, this vile attempt was defeated in the face of the unshakable will of our nation." "The traitors could not achieve their goals." he said.

Pointing out that July 15 was not only the date when a coup attempt was prevented, but also a historical turning point in which the nation declared to the whole world its determination to protect its independence, future and national will, Yavuz said:

"This meaningful day reminds us that we must always be vigilant against all kinds of terrorist organizations, centers of betrayal and tutelage that aim at the survival of our state. The fight against FETO is of great importance not only in terms of security, but also in terms of keeping the social memory alive, strengthening our national unity and solidarity, and ensuring that future generations recognize this treacherous structure correctly. Our state continues its fight against this terrorist organization within the framework of the principles of the rule of law with determination and continues to take all kinds of measures for the peace and security of our nation." "does."

Malatya Metropolitan Municipality Mayor Sami Er said that July 15 is not only the date when a coup attempt was foiled; He stated that it is a great epic of democracy in which the nation protects its independence, future and future.

Er said, "Our beloved nation, whose history is full of glory, honor and heroism, wrote a new epic with its faith, courage and spirit of unity on the night of July 15, as in the War of Independence in Çanakkale. Our nation, united with its women, men, young and old, did not give way to traitors and showed the whole world that democracy, independence and national will can never be taken captive." recorded his statements.