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Turkish regional liberation anniversary commemorations

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Turkey continues to observe the anniversaries of various cities and districts being liberated from occupation during the Turkish War of Independence. In Manisa, festivities included performances by artists such as Merve Özbey, Ceza, and Kibariye, while Mayor Besim Dutlulu described the struggle as being “crowned with victory.” In İzmir, celebrations include official ceremonies at the Historical Government House with cavalry reenactments and SOLOTÜRK aerial displays. The 95th İzmir International Fair is ongoing, and the Turkish Aeronautical Association is hosting an aviation festival in Selçuk. Other activities include a lantern procession, Zeybek dance performances, and the 14th International September 9 İzmir Half Marathon. In Aliağa, ceremonies at Cumhuriyet Square included wreath-laying, student poetry, and Zeybek dances. Deputy Mayor Mesut Öztürk noted the day serves as a reminder of the “spirit of the National Struggle and the determination for independence.” Regional commemorations have expanded to include Bursa, where the Osmangazi City Council hosted the Liberation Cup football tournament. In Altınova, ceremonies featured student folk dance and trap shooting, with Mayor Mesut Ergin noting the historical significance of September 14, 1922. In Bandırma, a parade of military units and schools was accompanied by a regional band, with Mayor Dursun Mirza highlighting September 17 as a symbol of independence. In Eskişehir, districts marked the 105th anniversary of their liberation. In Mihalıççık, Governor Dr. Erdinç Yılmaz commemorated the resistance following the Battle of Sakarya, noting the local population's unbroken will despite the burning of villages. In Sivrihisar, commemorations included a parade and performances by the Ankara Ottoman Mehteran Band, with Mayor Habil Dökmeci emphasizing the responsibility of preserving cultural heritage. On October 6, Istanbul ~~marks~~ marked the 103rd anniversary of its liberation from ~~foreign occupation on October 6.~~ enemy occupation. Commemorative ceremonies were held at the Taksim Republic Monument, attended by Istanbul Governor Davut Gül, military officials, and political representatives.

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