Erdoğan Reflects on the Legacy of the Conquest of Istanbul
May 29, 2025
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan stated that Istanbul is forever theirs, in a comment for the 572nd anniversary of the Conquest. He compared the victory of Mehmed the Conqueror with Turkey's modern advancements in military technology. He emphasized that the understanding and preparation that led to the conquest were crucial. Finally, he wished for the anniversary to be blessed.