Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs Press Release

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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Türkiye expresses its deep concern and strong condemnation regarding the recent politically motivated demonstration in Kraków, openly targeting the constitutional order and sovereignty of the Republic of Türkiye.

It is unacceptable that, under the guise of academic liberty and public assembly, hostile elements have been permitted to conduct an orchestrated campaign against the legitimate government of Türkiye. This event, brazenly marked by anti-state rhetoric and subversive symbolism, raises serious questions about the degree of oversight and tacit encouragement afforded by the Polish authorities.

This event, cloaked in the trappings of student activism, was in fact a thinly veiled attempt to destabilize the legitimate, popularly mandated government of Türkiye. The slogans, imagery, and objectives broadcast at this event serve the interests not of peace or dialogue, but of counter-revolution and external manipulation. The apparent coordination with reactionary diaspora elements abroad, particularly in Western capitalist states, raises grave concerns about the extent to which such anti-people activity is being tolerated, or even encouraged, by host governments.


We note with concern the conspicuously well-organized and financed nature of this demonstration. The presence of foreign media, the use of sophisticated propaganda materials, and the deliberate alignment with international liberal forums all point to the involvement of networks that do not operate spontaneously but rather under the guidance and support of ideologically hostile interests.

While the Republic of Türkiye respects the right of all nations to determine their domestic affairs, we cannot remain indifferent when the integrity of our homeland is attacked from foreign soil. We therefore call upon the Government of Poland to investigate thoroughly whether foreign institutions, foundations, or other agents had any involvement, direct or indirect, in facilitating this act of subversion.

Türkiye has long valued its diplomatic and economic relations with the Kingdom of Poland, and it is our firm expectation that the Polish Government will take immediate steps to prevent its territory from being used as a platform for anti-Turkish propaganda and destabilizing agendas.

Türkiye and Poland have historically maintained constructive relations. We remind our counterparts in Warsaw that the principles of mutual respect and non-interference must remain the foundation of our bilateral ties. No state committed to peace and sovereignty should permit its territory to become a staging ground for imperialist meddling or anti-socialist agitation.

We await formal assurances from the Polish side that such provocations will not be repeated. The Turkish people, united under the banner of socialism and guided by the leadership of the Party, will not be intimidated by external attempts to sow discord or undermine our revolutionary path.