Türkiye’s diplomatic missions in Russia and across the post-Soviet space marked the 103rd anniversary of the proclamation of the Republic of Türkiye, celebrated on October 29.
The Embassy of Türkiye in Moscow said it was marking the anniversary “with great pride and enthusiasm” and expressed “deep respect, gratitude and reverence” for the founder of the Republic, Gazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, and all the heroes who fell and fought to give the country the Republic.
Greetings from Istanbul

The Consulate General of the Russian Federation in Istanbul extended heartfelt congratulations to the Turkish people on their national holiday, Republic Day.
Ceremony in Baku and video address in Chisinau
In Baku, Türkiye’s Ambassador Birol Akgün laid a wreath at the Turkish Martyrs’ Cemetery, while the Azerbaijani Defense Ministry’s military band performed the anthems of both countries. The ambassador then visited the Martyrs’ Alley, where the victims of the January 20 tragedy are buried, and recalled Atatürk’s words: “Azerbaijan’s joy is our joy; its sorrow is our sorrow.”
The Embassy of Türkiye in Chisinau shared President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s video address marking the holiday, while the consulates general in Batumi and Odesa honored the memory of Atatürk and all those who gave their lives for their homeland.
“103 years of friendly Türkiye”
In Tajikistan, the Embassy of Türkiye shared a publication by a local outlet titled “Friendly and brotherly Türkiye, a country of 103 years for Tajikistan.”
In his holiday address, Erdoğan said that Türkiye is stronger today than it was yesterday. The 13th summit of the Organization of Turkic States is also taking place in Ankara these days.
Greetings from Ukraine's embassy, celebration in Batumi
Ukraine's Embassy in Türkiye also congratulated the Turkish people on the Republic's 103rd anniversary, wishing the "friendly Turkish people peace, tranquility and prosperity." In Batumi, Türkiye's Consulate General celebrated Republic Day with students, teachers and parents at the Turkish School.
