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Turkey observes 88th anniversary of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk's death
Turkey marked the 88th anniversary of the passing of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk with nationwide commemorations. On November 10, 2026, at 09:05, sirens sounded across the country, causing life to momentarily pause as citizens and state officials observed moments of silence.
Various regional activities were held to honor the founder of the Republic. In Izmir, a large-scale program included a formal ceremony at Cumhuriyet Square, a 350-meter Atatürk poster procession, and musical performances. In Karşıyaka, the 32nd annual “Ata'dan Ana'ya Saygı Koşusu” race saw 1,500 participants running to honor Atatürk and his mother, Zübeyde Hanım.
In the military sector, the SOLOTÜRK aerobatic team performed a ceremonial flyover at Anıtkabir in Ankara. This event also marked a leadership transition, as Lieutenant Colonel Murat Bakıcı completed his five-year tenure and handed over command to Lieutenant Colonel M. Erhan Aydemir.
While the day is a significant national observance, it is not a public holiday. Educational institutions, banks, and government offices maintained their regular working schedules, though many participated in local commemorative ceremonies and discussions regarding Atatürk's legacy and the principles of the Republic.
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Anadolu University · Anıtkabir · Atatürkist Thought Association · Efes Selçuk Municipality · Eskişehir · Eskişehir Metropolitan Municipality · Eskişehir Metropolitan Municipality Symphony Orchestra · Koç Holding · Murat Bakıcı · Mustafa Kemal Atatürk · Odunpazarı Municipality · Republic of Turkey
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] Eskişehir will hold official wreath-laying ceremonies at the Governor's Office area on November 10. www.eskisehir.net
- [● 2 SOURCES] The film “Dersimiz Atatürk” will be screened for children on November 9 at 19:00 at the ADD Selçuk Branch. www.gazeteabc.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Anadolu University, Eskişehir Technical University, and Eskişehir Osmangazi University will host commemoration ceremonies. www.eskisehir.net
- [● 2 SOURCES] A “Hasret” commemoration night will be held on November 10 at 20:00 at the Efes Selçuk Municipality City Memory Building. www.gazeteabc.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Vehicles and factories in Eskişehir will sound horns and sirens at 09:05 on November 10. www.eskisehir.net
- [● 2 SOURCES] Efes Selçuk Municipality and ADD Selçuk Branch are organizing Atatürk commemoration events. www.gazeteabc.com