The will of the Turkish nation cannot be silenced, cannot be broken, and can never be subdued.

The Grand National Assembly of Türkiye was opened on 23 April 1920 with this purpose and became the unshakable foundation of our independence. The torch lit 106 years ago still illuminates our path today with the same determination.

On the anniversary of the opening of our Gazi Assembly, we remember with respect and gratitude—first and foremost the founder of our Republic, Gazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, and his fellow soldiers, as well as all our martyrs who sacrificed their lives for our homeland and our veterans who have passed away.

Sovereignty belongs unconditionally to the nation.