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Erdogan Wishes Happy Passover To The Jewish Community in Turkey

"During the holidays, I would like to congratulate all the Jews, especially the Jewish citizens of Turkey, with whom we live in peace from the bottom of our hearts."
April 22, 2019
Erdogan Wishes Happy Passover To The Jewish Community in Turkey

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan wished the Jewish community in Turkey a Passover.

"Our social structure, based on respect and tolerance for all religious beliefs, also combines love and respect for our differences," Erdogan wrote in an official letter to the community. "This is the basis for unity and solidarity in our society."

Erdogan also wrote that "During the holidays, I would like to congratulate all the Jews, especially the Jewish citizens of Turkey, with whom we live in peace from the bottom of our hearts."

 

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