A century ago, those who were not content with destroying the Ottoman Empire, whose borders stretched from the Balkans to the Caucasus and North Africa, put in their bellies the desire to bury Anatolia in our nation.

Axar.az reports that the statement came from Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

"After the establishment of our republic, the attacks have always continued under various masks. Over the past 19 years, our country has gained the opportunity to realize its true potential with an atmosphere of stability and confidence. As a leading country in the 21st century, Turkey will take its rightful place." Erdogan noted.