Rauf Denktaş
Rauf Denktaş was a notable Turkish Cypriot politician and the founding president of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, which was declared in 1983. He was an influential figure in the Turkish Cypriot community and played a key role during the Cyprus conflict, advocating for the rights and autonomy of Turkish Cypriots amidst rising tensions with Greek Cypriots.
Born on Jan 27, 1924 (101 years old)
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Turkey:
Erdoğan paid tribute to the late Rauf Denktaş, the founding president of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus.
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Turkey:
Erhürman honored Rauf Denktaş by laying a wreath at his memorial site.
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Turkey:
Rauf Denktaş is referred to as the founding president of Northern Cyprus.
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Greece:
Rauf Denktaş is noted as the historical leader of the Turkish Cypriot community.
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Turkey:
Erhürman invited Serdar Denktaş, the son of founding President Rauf Denktaş, to the stage during his celebration rally.
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Turkey:
Rauf Denktaş was the legendary leader and founder of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus.
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Turkey:
Rauf Denktaş is referenced for his views on statehood and sovereignty for the Turkish Cypriots.
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Turkey:
Rauf Denktaş is a significant figure in the history of Northern Cyprus.
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