Ali Altun
Ali Altun is a war veteran and father of three who has dedicated his life to caring for his son, who has been bedridden since birth. Despite the flooding of his village due to the construction of the Yamula Dam in 2003, Ali has chosen to remain in the abandoned Taşhan neighborhood, where he feels his son is more comfortable. For 35 years, he has awaited the return of life to the village, advocating for its preservation for future generations. His commitment to his family's legacy is evident as he interacts with visitors to the area, sharing stories of the past and maintaining the connection to the land he has always known.
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Ali Altun attended the press conference with Sinan Boztepe.
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Ali Altun, a veteran and father of a disabled son, has been waiting in his abandoned village for 35 years for his son's comfort.
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