Turkey is marking the 98th anniversary of the republic’s founding day with a series of events across the country today, from concerts to dance performances, light shows, exhibitions and conferences.
The first official ceremony for the day was held in Anıtkabir, the mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of modern Turkey, with a wreath-laying and a minute of silence rituals with the participation of top officials.
Celebrations will continue with small-scale ceremonies organized by local authorities in which participants will have to wear protective face masks and follow social distancing rules across the country.