President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan announced at a ceremony in Edirne that the Selimiye Mosque has reopened for worship following restoration, and the collective inauguration of completed facilities and projects was held.
Erdoğan stated that the four-year restoration was the most comprehensive repair work in Selimiye’s 450-year history. Emphasizing their commitment to preserving historical and architectural heritage, Erdoğan sent a strong message of determination against disrespect towards these legacies.
27 New Investments in Edirne
In his speech, Erdoğan also highlighted the projects brought to Edirne, announcing that 27 investments worth a total of 1.3 billion lira have been put into service. Various facilities and projects were introduced to the city as part of the inauguration.
Erdoğan expressed that the nation cannot afford to waste time on power struggles within the main opposition party and stressed that political energy should be devoted to service. Criticizing the constant internal conflicts dominating the agenda, he reflected on Turkish politics and the main opposition party.
Foreign Agenda and Regional Impacts
Erdoğan said that before the Russia-Ukraine war ends, the region is already paying a heavy economic price due to attacks on Iran. Regarding the assaults in Gaza and Lebanon, he drew attention to the harm suffered by civilians and stated that law, rules, and principles are being trampled in the region.
The speech also touched on the fight against terrorism. Erdoğan said significant progress has been made toward the goal of a "Turkey without terrorism" and that the pace will be increased.
The reopening of the Selimiye Mosque for worship and the commissioning of completed projects in Edirne formed the main focus of the ceremony. Erdoğan’s speech combined messages about local investments with insights on domestic and foreign politics.
