Leaders highlight solidarity at Ramadan iftar in Mustafçova, Western Thrace
Mayor Ahmet Kurt of Mustafçova expressed his satisfaction with the meaningful organization hosted in the village and thanked all contributors for their efforts.
The Mufti of İskeçe, Mustafa Trampa, underlined the spiritual atmosphere of Ramadan and highlighted the significance of sharing the iftar table in Mustafçova with guests from “Motherland Türkiye.” He extended his gratitude to those who helped organize the event.
Tahir Büyükakın, Mayor of Kocaeli Büyükşehir Belediyesi, also addressed attendees, expressing his pleasure at meeting with members of the Turkish minority during the iftar dinner. In his remarks, Büyükakın stated:
“We came to break our fast together with our brothers and sisters. It is impossible for us to forget you; if we forget you, may our blood dry up. Forgetting you would mean forgetting ourselves.”
The Consul General of the Republic of Türkiye in Gümülcine, Aykut Ünal, greeted participants and thanked Tahir Büyükakın and his accompanying delegation for their visit. Ünal reaffirmed that Türkiye stands by its kin community at all times.
Widespread Attention on Social Media
The iftar program generated significant engagement across social media platforms, with attendees and local organizations sharing photos and messages highlighting themes of unity, cultural identity, and solidarity during Ramadan.
The gathering once again reflected the strong social and cultural ties between the Turkish minority in Western Thrace and Türkiye, particularly during religious occasions.
