Bahçeli Respects Judiciary’s Decision in Sinan Ateş Case – Latest News from Turkey
MHP Chairman Devlet Bahçeli Breaks Silence on Sinan Ateş Case
In a surprising turn of events, MHP Chairman Devlet Bahçeli has finally spoken out about the concluded Sinan Ateş case. The murder case of Sinan Ateş, the former Ülkü Ocakları Chairman, has come to a close, and Bahçeli was asked to share his thoughts on the decision.
Bahçeli acknowledged that the case had proceeded through the Turkish judicial system and that the first phase had been concluded. He expressed respect for the decision made by the judiciary in this matter.
Furthermore, Bahçeli condemned the attempts to undermine and discredit his party and the Ülkü Ocakları through this case. He criticized those who engaged in behaviors that contributed to questioning the integrity of MHP, emphasizing that such actions have no place in Turkish justice.
Regarding the recent handshake between himself and DEM Party Co-Chair Tuncer Bakırhan at the Grand National Assembly General Assembly, Bahçeli explained that it was a manifestation of support for President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s call. He emphasized the importance of unity and cohesion within the People’s Alliance, highlighting the necessity for MHP to take the lead in such initiatives.
In light of the upcoming closed session in the Turkish Grand National Assembly on October 8, Bahçeli expressed his approval of the decision to address the ongoing attacks and genocide in Gaza by Israel. He stressed the significance of informing Turkey’s MPs and the public about these events to shape future actions accordingly.
In the Sinan Ateş case, the shooter Eray Özyağcı and the instigators Doğukan Çep and Tolgahan Demirbaş were sentenced to aggravated life imprisonment. Additionally, a total of 11 defendants received prison sentences, while 5 individuals were acquitted, and 6 people were subject to evacuation orders.
As the judicial process unfolds and important decisions are made, Bahçeli continues to emphasize the need for unity, respect for justice, and a firm stance against any attempts to sow discord within the Turkish political landscape.
