Turkey and the international community do not recognize the illegal
annexation of the Crimean Autonomous Republic of Ukraine by the Russian
Federation based on an illegitimate referendum which was held six years ago
today.
It continues to be a priority for Turkey that Crimean Tatars, as a
constituent people of Crimea, continue to live in wellbeing and security in
their historical homeland, protect their cultural identity, and that their
suffering resulting from the occupation is brought to an end.
On this occasion, we confirm once again our support for the territorial
integrity and sovereignty of Ukraine, strategic partner of Turkey.