03.04.2025 17:10
Responding to the CHP's calls for a boycott, MHP leader Bahçeli stated, "In no civilized country in the world has there been an opposition understanding that opens a front against its national economy through undemocratic means. It is an extraordinary situation and a threat to national security for a reckless and unpatriotic political distortion to attack its own country. The Turkish nation will not fall into this trap, and the cost will be paid by those responsible."
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After Ekrem İmamoğlu's corruption allegations and the arrest of over 300 people during protests, CHP Chairman Özgür Özel made a call for a "boycott." Many famous names shared boycott calls on social media, and today, 11 people, including actor Cem Yiğit Üzümoğlu, were detained. MHP Chairman Devlet Bahçeli made a harsh statement regarding the "boycott" discussions.
"THE PRICE WILL BE PAID BY THE RESPONSIBLE"
Bahçeli, who published a commemorative message on the 28th anniversary of Alparslan Türkeş's death, stated, "In no civilized country in the world has there been a confrontation with the state, its law, national institutions, national economy, and legitimate government through undemocratic means, nor has there been a continuous violent opposition understanding. It is an extraordinary fact and a national security threat for a reckless and rootless political distortion to attack its own country with a storm of ambition exempt from reform and discipline, along with a chaotic mentality. The disgraceful and obviously cheap political opposition, which is positioned at the edge of the abyss, directly serves the destruction of Turkey and its economic collapse. However, the Turkish nation will not fall into the trap, will not be deceived, will not forgive the political colonizers who stab them in the back and nest within the fortress, and I believe that they will inevitably pay the price." he expressed.
Full message from Bahçeli:
Instead of stepping on the shoulders of history, leaders who carry history on their shoulders and defend the future rights of the state and the nation with a sincere and devoted spirit are characterized by qualities that cannot be confined to limited eras and periods.
Those who bravely open new paths and face risks and dangers, and who do not stop there but advance with heartfelt, self-sacrificing, and noble struggles are always worthy of appreciation, honor, and congratulations.
Our late leader Alparslan Türkeş Bey, who possesses such merit and leadership qualities, holds a respectable and exceptional position in Turkish politics and state life.
Despite the 28 years that have passed since his eternal departure, our respect and affection for him have never diminished or weakened.
The torch lit by Türkeş Bey grows stronger day by day, illuminating the hearts of the Nationalist Movement and inspiring our nation to reach noble goals.
Of course, man is mortal, but the cause is eternal.
Carrying the infinite and boundless ideals of finite life like a flag is only the work of high-quality individuals who melt with the warmth of sacrifice in the honor and existence of their cause.
Above all, Türkeş Bey is a man of cause and heart.
This esteemed characteristic has enabled him to represent and stand out with a more principled, more reputable, and more resolute stance in the fields of state and politics.
He has sprinkled the aspirations of the Turkish nation, Turkey, and the Turkish world with a precious struggle spirit throughout his 80-year life, serving tirelessly to establish a bridge of faith, ideals, and ideas between the past and the future.
It is certain that Turkish nationalism, which finds its source in the Turkish-Islamic ideal, is a hope halo for Turkey on one side and an awakening movement for our heart and cultural geographies and oppressed societies on the other.
Türkeş Bey was a leader who saw simplicity within chaos, showed the light hidden in darkness, noticed the undercurrents beneath the calm surface, and knew how to turn challenging stages into opportunities and ideas.
Just like in these days, he managed to be a force of resistance against the execution and enforcement of oligarchic intentions through the tyranny of a wild and spoiled minority, firmly rejecting the vile scenarios of those against Turkey.
The influential political philosophy of the Nationalist Movement Party has manifested itself with the understanding of first my country and my nation, then my party and myself.
In this context, above all, the existence, unity, survival, social peace, and tranquility of Turkey and the Turkish nation are essential and significant.
In no civilized country in the world has there been a confrontation with the state, its law, national institutions, national economy, and legitimate government through undemocratic means, nor has there been a continuous violent opposition understanding.
It is an extraordinary fact and a national security threat for a reckless and rootless political distortion to attack its own country with a storm of ambition exempt from reform and discipline, along with a chaotic mentality.
Attempting to operate on our tradesmen, our dignitaries, and indeed our social and economic life under the mask of a boycott cannot be explained or expressed in line with freedom of expression and thought, nor with democratic rights and gains, nor with love for the homeland and the nation.
Just as Türkeş Bey fiercely fought against such acts of enmity towards Turkey, today, with our determination in the ongoing struggle, our unwavering stance is on the side of our state and our nation.
The disgraceful and obviously cheap political opposition, which is positioned at the edge of the abyss, directly serves the destruction of Turkey and its economic collapse.
However, the Turkish nation will not fall into the trap, will not be deceived, will not forgive the political colonizers who stab them in the back and nest within the fortress, and I believe that they will inevitably pay the price.
The political faction and corruption network that pretends to speak of democracy while trying to put Turkey in a difficult situation with enemy tactics and organized efforts will face deep disappointment.
56 years ago, wherever we stood, we are at the center of the same loves, the same thoughts, and the same ideals with our developed and strengthened ideas and political structure.
The cause, politics, and ideological line of our late Türkeş Bey are one and the same with the Nationalist Movement Party.
On the contrary, the aspirations of those who produce discord and exploit and deny are in vain.
On the 28th anniversary of his death, on Friday, April 4, 2025, the opening of the new service building of the "Turkey Alparslan Türkeş Political Academy Foundation," which I founded, will be a manifestation of true loyalty, unyielding devotion, and everlasting respect and love.
With these feelings and thoughts, I wish the Alparslan Türkeş service building to be beneficial.
I commemorate with mercy, gratitude, and respect all our martyr brothers and sisters, especially our founding Chairman Başbuğ Alparslan Türkeş Bey, who is a symbol of love for the homeland and the nation, and bow respectfully before their spiritual memories.
I say may Allah be pleased with all of them.
I pray that their places be paradise and their souls be at peace.
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