Turkish Consul General Aykut Ünal meets minority students at Ramadan iftar in Western Thrace
An iftar dinner organized by final-year students of the Celal Bayar Minority Secondary School–High School brought together educators, diplomats, and students in a spirit of unity during the holy month of Ramadan.
The event took place on Wednesday evening, March 4, at Asba Restaurant in the village of Eşekçili in Western Thrace, Greece. The gathering attracted strong participation and served as a meaningful occasion for students to connect during their final year of school.
Turkish Consul General in Komotini, Aykut Ünal, attended the program as the guest of honor together with his wife, İlayda Ünal. The dinner was also attended by school principal İsmail Yücel, along with teachers, school administrators, and students.
Held in a warm and friendly atmosphere, the iftar gathering allowed students to celebrate the spiritual spirit of Ramadan while strengthening bonds of solidarity and community. As they approach graduation, the event also provided an opportunity for students to reflect on their educational journey and share the experience with educators and community representatives.
In a statement shared on social media, the Consulate General of Türkiye in Gümülcine noted:
“We attended the iftar organized by the final-year students of the Celal Bayar Minority Secondary School–High School in Komotini. We wish these valuable young people a successful future.”
The Ramadan event highlighted the role of community gatherings in supporting youth and reinforcing cultural and social ties within the Turkish Muslim minority of Western Thrace.
