25.07.2025 20:00
Belgian Defense Minister Theo Francken visited Anıtkabir. Francken knelt in front of the mausoleum of Gazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk and paid his respects. He also signed the Anıtkabir Special Book, noting that Atatürk continues to inspire generations around the world.
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Belgian Defense Minister Theo Francken visited Anıtkabir. Francken, along with his delegation, walked along the Lion Road and arrived in front of the mausoleum of the founder of the Republic of Turkey, Gazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk.
KNEELED IN FRONT OF ATATÜRK'S MAUSOLEUM
Francken, who laid a wreath at Atatürk's mausoleum, knelt down and paid his respects. Later, Francken took a commemorative photo and signed the Anıtkabir Special Book.
"ATATÜRK WAS A GREAT STATESMAN"
Minister Francken wrote in the book: "On behalf of the Kingdom of Belgium and its armed forces, I am honored to pay my respects to Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of the Republic of Turkey, at this historic site. He was a great statesman who provided the Turkish people with secure borders, a modern secular constitution, and the rule of law. Thanks to this great achievement, Turkey has become a strong and prosperous country, serving as a pillar of regional stability, and has maintained this role to this day."
Francken also noted that Mustafa Kemal Atatürk "continues to inspire generations worldwide."
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