Prime Minister Ünal Üstel emphasised that the 27-28 January 1958 Resistance was a turning level within the battle for existence and freedom of the Turkish Cypriot individuals.
Üstel used the next statements in his message revealed on the event of the 67th anniversary of the January 27-28 Resistance:
“The 27-28 January 1958 Resistance is a turning level within the battle for existence and freedom of the Turkish Cypriot individuals.
The resistance towards British colonial rule on January 27-28 was a powerful indicator of the will to emphasise sovereignty and re-establish ties with Motherland Türkiye. The decided battle put forth that day has introduced the Turkish Cypriots to the purpose of changing into a sovereign and free state-owning individuals right now.
“On this essential day, whereas we commemorate our beloved martyrs who sacrificed their lives for our nation and freedom with respect, gratitude and longing, I want to categorical my gratitude to our individuals, one of many distinctive societies who had the glory of preventing for freedom and successful it.”
