Messages for Peace in Different Languages in Urfa
A peace march held in Şanlıurfa drew attention with the banners carried by the participants. Gathering in the city center, the group held the march to emphasize social peace and brotherhood.
One of the most striking details during the march was that passages from the Bible were written on the banners in both Kurdish and Turkish. The participants stated that they expressed the importance of different languages and faiths living together in this way.
Citizens participating in the event expressed that messages of peace are meaningful in every language. This march, which took place within the historical fabric of the city, was evaluated as an event reflecting the desire of different cultures in the region to coexist.
The march, which took place under security measures, ended without incident. The organizers stated that such events are important for increasing social peace and that similar efforts will continue.