23rd National Sovereignty and Children’s Day was celebrated with enthusiasm in Gaziantep as well as all over Türkiye. Political parties also participated in the celebrations held at the 15 July Democracy Square in accordance with the provincial protocol. While the Enes Kaan Yılmaz Kindergarten children’s mehter team, which participated in the celebrations, attracted great attention, the CHP team turned their backs on the children and protested the mehter. It was noteworthy that CHP Provincial Chairman Vakkas Acar and the provincial administration turned their backs and protested the staged performance while the mehter band consisting of young students was performing.

Explaining the reasons for the protest, CHP Provincial Chairman Vakkas Acar said, “On April 23 National Sovereignty and Children’s Day, we are protesting against the encouragement of our children to the palace culture. We did not follow this imitation because we were against it and turned our backs on them.”

While the CHP’s protest was met with reaction by those in the area, the children’s mehtar and other performances received great applause.

CHP’s mehter march disturbance! Reactions poured in: “Are you so exhausted that you turn your back on children?” | Video

“ARE YOU SO EXHAUSTED THAT YOU’LL TURN YOUR BACK ON THE CHILDREN?”

AK Party reacted to CHP’s discomfort with the Mehter March.

AK Party General Secretary and Izmir Deputy Eyyüp Kadir İnan made the following statements:

“Are you so exhausted that you base your politics on the innocence of children? It is impossible for a structure that turns its back on children to turn its face to the future of this nation.”

“THIS IS A MENTALITY THAT HAS TURNED ITS BACK ON ITS OWN NATION…”

AK Party Deputy Chairman, Promotion and Media Director Faruk Acar:

CHP as we know! They are neither at peace with history nor with values… CHP continues to stand against everything that is good. This is a mentality that has turned its back on its own nation. They do not understand the spirit of Türkiye, nor do they know the problems of the nation. What a shame… Türkiye’s main opposition is in this situation.

“DESPITE THE EVIL AND EVIL, YOU WILL MAKE THIS WORLD BEAUTIFUL”

Emphasizing that they want all children and young people to go to school happily, receive the best, quality education, fall asleep without fear, and wake up to the sound of birds chirping, not the sounds of bombs, Erdoğan said: “Whatever we want for our own children, we sincerely want the same beauties for all children from Asia to Africa. I especially ask you not to forget in your prayers your brothers and sisters who are going through difficult times, especially the children of Gaza and Lebanon. You, our children, who are the eternal link of the chain of humanity, I hope you will shape our future. You will make this world beautiful despite the bad things and evil. I especially want you to know this: You are our ambassadors of heart and culture. In this regard, be careful not to break the communication and communication between you. Never give up on pursuing the good, the true and the beautiful. Never forget this, dear children, each of you will be an artist, an athlete, a scientist, a politician, You will serve your country as a doctor and a businessman. Even if you encounter difficulties in this journey, please do not despair. Never forget that there is light at the end of every darkness, and hopefully success at the end of every effort. Even though the languages you speak are different, the language of love and friendship is the same. The language of brotherhood, solidarity and sharing is the same among you. Don’t hold back.”

WARNED CHILDREN AGAINST DIGITAL DANGERS

“I want you to be very careful about the dangers as you navigate the endless corridors of the digital world, and to never forget that not every information you encounter is true and not every character is trustworthy.” Erdogan said and made the following evaluations:
“Of course, having fun in the virtual world is important, it is your natural right, but this should not prevent you from playing on the street, reading books, doing sports, or running around outside with your friends to your heart’s content. I trust your pure conscience, your pure mind.” President Erdoğan commemorated the students and teacher Ayla who lost their lives in last week’s attacks, wished patience to their grieving families, a speedy recovery to those who are still receiving treatment, and prayed that God would not inflict such pain on any country or nation. Congratulating children on April 23 National Sovereignty and Children’s Day once again, Erdoğan said, “I ask you to convey our greetings to your families and friends. May your path and good fortune be good. May all the blessings be to your children. Stay healthy.” he said.

NATURAL DISASTERS AND ACCIDENTS DEPARTMENT

It was determined to monitor and evaluate the practices across the country regarding judicial processes related to earthquakes, floods, fires and large-scale accidents, to contribute to decision support mechanisms by analyzing investigation and prosecution data, to coordinate information processes for the public, to produce and publish field statistics, as well as to fulfill the duties assigned by the ministry.

ORGANIZED, NARCOTIC AND ECONOMIC CRIMES DEPARTMENT

In another department, within the scope of the fight against organized crimes, narcotics and economic crimes, the duties were distributed as making structural and analytical evaluations of criminal organizations, collecting, analyzing and reporting judicial process data, supporting and coordinating public communication, producing and publishing field statistics and finally fulfilling the duties assigned by the ministry. In addition, within the scope of the new structuring, in line with the goals of organizational simplification and functional effectiveness, it was decided that the Organized Crimes Prosecution Office would be abolished and the duties and responsibilities in this field would be carried out by this directorate.

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC ORDER, DIGITAL ENVIRONMENT SECURITY AND FIGHT AGAINST DISINFORMATION

It was noted that the duties of the Department of Public Order, Digital Media Security and Combating Disinformation, which was established to deal with current and media news about crimes that seriously disrupt public order and create sensitivity in the public, are to monitor and analyze judicial process data regarding current events, to ensure information flow and coordination between chief public prosecutor’s offices and relevant units, to provide institutional support to press releases and media communication processes, to compile and publish field statistics, and finally to fulfill the duties assigned by the Ministry.

JUDICIAL SECURITY DEPARTMENT

The directorate, which was established for the preservation, seizure, sending, disposal, return, confiscation and destruction of criminal property and crime-related economic gain, as well as the control and supervision of judicial deposits and warehouses, is responsible for establishing an organizational structure and monitoring processes in order to increase the effectiveness of judicial deposit services, carrying out business and transactions related to criminal property within the framework of the legislation, performing data analysis and reporting activities, planning and implementing personnel training, determining standards and ensuring uniformity of implementation, operating audit and control mechanisms, ensuring the production and publication of statistics and the duties assigned by the ministry. It was stated that it was to be fulfilled.

Stating that the measures and protection efforts to be taken will only be successful thanks to the support and contribution of the public, Erdoğan made the following evaluations: “I hope that this will be a turning point, so that such things will not be repeated again, so that our children will not fall into these traps again, and that such calamities will not repeat again. Do we know where these calamities, troubles and hatreds come from? We know. They come from the West, especially America, but we hope that we will receive this development, so that all of that civilization will benefit.” If we take in its rottenness and all its diseases, then we will begin to experience the burdens of that civilization without experiencing its blessings.

We need to be alert and resilient against this. Therefore, after the calamity we have left behind as a society, we will hopefully ensure that these children reach a bright future with a more astute and upright stance. As non-governmental organizations, we are working at various universities, schools and foundations to provide our young people with better opportunities for a better education, and we will continue to do so. With God’s permission, we will continue to support them to achieve their potential, to do world-class work, and to make Türkiye a strong player that guarantees peace in the world.” The program was attended by Muş Governor Avni Çakır, Chief Advisor to the President Vedat Demiröz, AK Party Muş Deputy Mehmet Emin Şimşek, AK Party Bitlis Deputy Turan Bedirhanoğlu, AK Party Bursa Deputy Muhammet Müfit. Aydın, Muş Alparslan University Rector Prof. Dr. Mustafa Alican, AK Party Muş Provincial Chairman Melik Emre, Bitlis Mayor Nesrullah Tanglay, AK Party Bitlis Provincial Chairman Engin Günceoğlu, members of the Science Dissemination Foundation, representatives of non-governmental organizations and citizens attended.

“Strategic Partnership Framework Document” was signed by Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper.

According to information obtained from Ministry of Foreign Affairs sources, Fidan and Cooper signed the “Strategic Partnership Framework Document” between Türkiye and England. Türkiye’s bilateral relations with Britain, its NATO ally and strategic partner, are progressing positively in every field, especially in trade, investment and defense industry. Türkiye and the United Kingdom strive to produce solutions to ensure security, stability and prosperity through close dialogue and coordination in the face of crises and global challenges in the region. The Framework Document in question aims to further consolidate the existing strategic partnership between two NATO ally countries in a wide range of areas ranging from security to climate change, from human development to science and technology, and to expand the scope of cooperation strengthened by close dialogue on a bilateral and multilateral basis.

JOINT STATEMENT HAS BEEN PUBLISHED

In the statement, it was emphasized that Turkey and the United Kingdom signed the Strategic Partnership Framework Document, which aims to start a new era in bilateral relations, and said, “The Turkey-United Kingdom Strategic Partnership Framework Document signed in London today constitutes a solid basis for strengthening dialogue and cooperation between our countries, which are NATO allies and strategic partners, with a historical friendship, excellent bilateral relations, and sharing a common perspective on a wide range of international issues and global challenges, including their strong will towards the security and stability of the Middle East.” The statement was included.

“NATO’S MILITARY AND POLITICAL IMPORTANCE HAS INCREASED”

In the statement, it was stated that the acceleration of the transition towards a multipolar, fragmented international order on a global scale has brought Turkey and the United Kingdom into a period of increasing risks, and said: “The political and military importance of NATO, which is the cornerstone of our security and collective defense, has increased. Deterrence and defense, one of NATO’s Strategic Concept, as well as its basic tasks, will continue to form the basis of our cooperation in ensuring Euro-Atlantic security. Strong transatlantic relations are indispensable for peace and stability in Europe.” expressions were used. The statement emphasized that the Framework Document will enable Turkey and the United Kingdom to strengthen cooperation against common challenges by working more closely together to promote global security and prosperity, increasing coordination in NATO, including strengthening the European pillar, strengthening defense capabilities and defense industry cooperation in the fight against terrorism and organized crime, and advancing humanitarian and development cooperation. On the other hand, it was stated that the document will include increasing cooperation between the two countries on combating climate change and energy security, and developing partnerships in the fields of science, technology and innovation.

“CONFIRMED ITS INTENTION TO INCREASE BILATERAL TRADE AND INVESTMENTS”

In the statement, it was stated that this Framework Document, which acknowledges the solid economic ties between Turkey and the UK, confirms the intention to increase bilateral trade and investments, including the update of the Free Trade Agreement, whose negotiations are currently ongoing, which will also support joint economic growth. In addition, the statement noted that today’s talks in London emphasized that relations between Turkey and the United Kingdom are based on strong economic and commercial ties, a common commitment to Euro-Atlantic security and defense, and enduring people-to-people ties that will continue to strengthen mutual understanding and goodwill.

WESTERN BLACK SEA

It is estimated that it will be partly and very cloudy.

BOLU 0°C, 15°C

Partly and very cloudy

DOUBLE 3°C, 19°C

Partly and very cloudy

KASTAMONU -1°C, 12°C

Partly and very cloudy

ZONGULDAK 7°C, 15°C

Partly and very cloudy

CENTRAL AND EASTERN BLACK SEA

It is estimated that it will be partly and very cloudy, the Eastern Black Sea region and the surrounding areas of Ordu, Amasya and Tokat will have rain and showers, and the inner parts of the Eastern Black Sea region will have sleet and snow. Rainfall is expected to be heavy in places in the Eastern Black Sea region. There is a danger of avalanche and snow melting in the sloped areas with high snow cover in the inner parts of the Eastern Black Sea Region.

AMASYA 4°C, 18°C

Partly and very cloudy, rainy this evening

RIZE 7°C, 13°C

It is estimated that it will be partly and very cloudy with intermittent rain and showers. Rain is expected to be heavy in places this evening and at night.

SAMSUN 6°C, 17°C

Partly and very cloudy

TRABZON 7°C, 12°C

It is estimated that it will be partly and very cloudy with intermittent rain and showers. Rain is expected to be heavy in places this evening and at night.

EASTERN ANATOLIA

It is estimated that it will be partly cloudy and very cloudy, with intermittent rain and showers throughout the region, and sleet and snow in the highlands of the northeastern parts. Rainfall is expected to be heavy in places in the northern parts and around Bingöl and Muş. It is estimated that the wind will blow from the south as a strong and short-term storm (50-70 km/h). There is a risk of avalanche and snow melting in the sloping parts of the east of the region with high snow cover.

Erzurum 5°C, 11°C

It is estimated that it will be partly and very cloudy, with intermittent rain and showers, and sleet at high altitudes. Rain is expected to be heavy at times tomorrow (Friday) at noon.

KARS 5°C, 13°C

It is estimated that it will be partly and very cloudy, with intermittent rain and showers, and sleet at high altitudes. Rain is expected to be heavy at times tomorrow (Friday) at noon.

MALATYA 8°C, 19°C

Partly and very cloudy, rain and showers tomorrow (Friday)

FROM 4°C, 15°C

Partly and very cloudy, rain and showers tomorrow (Friday)

SOUTHEAST ANATOLIA

It is estimated that it will be partly and very cloudy, with rain and showers around Adıyaman and Siirt.

DIYARBAKIR 7°C, 22°C

Partly and very cloudy

GAZİANTEP 7°C, 21°C

Partly and very cloudy

SİİRT 10°C, 22°C

Partly and very cloudy, showers at noon tomorrow (Friday)

SANLIURFA 11°C, 23°C

Partly and very cloudy