23.10.2026 19:00
At a time when tension with Azerbaijan was rising due to the headscarf ban introduced by Baku in schools, MHP Chairman Devlet Bahçeli hosted a notable figure. Azerbaijan’s Ambassador Rashad Aslanov visited Bahçeli at the MHP General Headquarters. The cordial images of Bahçeli and Aslanov drew attention.
MHP Chairman Devlet Bahçeli received Azerbaijan’s Ambassador to Ankara, Rashad Aslanov, at a time when tension between the two countries was rising due to the headscarf regulation in schools in Azerbaijan.
HE HOSTED HIM AT MHP HEADQUARTERS
At the critical meeting held at MHP Headquarters, the cordial images of the two drew attention. It is stated that the meeting was held to ease the tension in Türkiye-Azerbaijan relations and to show that the strong ties between the two countries continue.
"THE FUTURE OF THE TURKIC WORLD RESTS ON THE SOVEREIGNTY OF OUR INDEPENDENT STATES"
On the other hand, in his written statement, Bahçeli said the following regarding Azerbaijan: "On the other hand, we are also closely monitoring approaches that evaluate Türkiye separately from the Turkic world and attempt to realize a calculation of a Turkic world without Türkiye. Relations among Turkic states have a historical foundation too deep to be reduced to political projects designed from outside, geopolitical calculations, and divisive designs. The future of the Turkic world rests on the sovereignty of our independent states, mutual respect, equal partnership, trust, and the law of brotherhood.
The Summit of the Organization of Turkic States to be held in Ankara next week will be an important manifestation of this historical responsibility and the will for a common future.
It is clear that the Turkic world must find its strength in mutual trust and solidarity. The expectations of those who are disturbed by this unity will find no response against the common will of our brotherly states. The invitation by our esteemed President to the President of Azerbaijan, Mr. Ilham Aliyev, to the summit in Ankara is additionally important for preserving the historical and strategic value of Türkiye-Azerbaijan relations.
"THE TIES BETWEEN TÜRKİYE AND AZERBAIJAN ARE BEYOND TEMPORARY DISAGREEMENTS"
The ties between Türkiye and Azerbaijan rise above daily political developments and temporary disagreements, resting on shared history, language, culture, mutual trust, and the unity of heart of our nation. Different assessments and issues awaiting resolution can, of course, arise between states. What is truly important is to be able to show the will to resolve these issues through mutual understanding and direct dialogue without harming the law of brotherhood. Preserving the trust that Türkiye and Azerbaijan have in each other is indispensable for maintaining solidarity between the two states and securing the common future of the Turkic world."