126 Turkish Cypriots from Muratağa – Sandallar and Atlılar that had been martyred have been commemorated with ceremonies.

In his speech, the Head of Muratağa – Sandallar and Atlılar Martyrs Memorial Association Ahmet Aşır stated that a fifteen-day old baby and ninety year old elders were among the 126 Turkish Cypriots killed on 14 August 1974.

Aşır said, “We live in peace and tranquillity thanks to the Turkish army. We do not want to lose these peaceful days. If the Turkish army had not come, all the Turkish Cypriots in Cyprus would have been killed like those in Muratağa, Atlılar and Sandallar. The Turkish army guarantees peace on the island.”

At the end of his speech Aşır reiterated his gratitude to veterans.