Trakya University (TU) Rector Prof. Dr. Mustafa Hatipler published a message on the occasion of July 15 Democracy and National Unity Day.
In his message, Hatipler stated that the 10th anniversary of the defeat of the July 15 treacherous coup attempt, which targeted the independence of the state, democracy and national will, with the unwavering will and epic resistance of our beloved nation, was commemorated with the spirit of unity, solidarity and the same determination.
Stating that the treacherous coup attempt carried out on the night of July 15, 2016 was failed thanks to the leadership of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, the heroic personnel of the Turkish Armed Forces who were loyal to the national will, the self-sacrificing struggle of the police department and the epic resistance put up by the dear nation at the expense of their lives, Hatipler said, "That night, our nation stood against tanks, planes and weapons only with its faith, courage and love of the country, and protected its national will and democracy." he said.
Hatipler stated that July 15 was a historical turning point that showed the whole world that no tutelage center above the national will will be accepted.
Stating that they, as Trakya University, continue the spirit of July 15, Hatipler said:
"We consider it one of our main duties to raise our young people as individuals who are committed to their national and spiritual values, uphold democratic values and have a sense of responsibility towards their country, and we continue to transfer the spirit of July 15 and our national memory to future generations with determination.
With these feelings and thoughts, I commemorate with mercy and gratitude all our martyrs who died for the independence of our country and the future of our nation, especially our July 15 martyrs, and wish our heroic veterans a healthy and peaceful life, and I congratulate our beloved nation's July 15 Democracy and National Unity Day."