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Rauf Denktaş Commemorated on the 13th Anniversary of His Passing

Rauf Denktaş Commemorated on the 13th Anniversary of His Passing

Rauf Raif Denktaş, the Founding President of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) and a pivotal figure in Turkish Cypriot political history, is being remembered today on the 13th anniversary of his death with ceremonies and events.

Publish Date: 13/01/25 11:46
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Rauf Denktaş Commemorated on the 13th Anniversary of His Passing
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Rauf Raif Denktaş, the Founding President of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) and a pivotal figure in Turkish Cypriot political history, is being remembered today on the 13th anniversary of his death with ceremonies and events. Denktaş passed away on January 13, 2012, at the age of 88, following a lifetime dedicated to the Turkish Cypriot struggle for independence.

A key leader during the critical periods of Cyprus' modern history, Denktaş served as the President of the Turkish Cypriot Federated State following the 1974 Peace Operation and later as the Founding President of the TRNC after its establishment in 1983.

In addition to his political and legal career, Denktaş was a prolific writer and photographer, authoring over 50 books. His legacy continues to resonate in the Turkish Cypriot community.

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