The Directorate of Communications will organise a series of extensive commemorative events both at home and abroad under the theme "The Name of Victory: Türkiye" as part of the July 15 Democracy and National Unity Day.
On July 15, the events will emphasise that the name of this epic, forged through the Turkish nation's unwavering stance and resilience, is Türkiye. Additionally, on July 16, a panel titled "July 15: Memory, Justice, and the Future" will be held in Ankara as part of the Directorate of Communications' commemoration events.
The panel, which will begin with opening remarks from the Presidency's Head of Communications, Burhanettin Duran, will be attended by a large number of academics, journalists, and civil society representatives. The panel, comprising three sessions, will explore the legal, institutional, and social aspects of July 15 in a multifaceted manner.
The first session, titled "Upholding Democracy: The Power of Civil Resistance," will address the civil resistance of the people on the night of July 15 and beyond within the context of the resilience of democratic regimes.
The second session, titled "Democracy Watch: Türkiye After July 15," will focus on Türkiye's political, social, and institutional transformation in the aftermath of the treacherous coup attempt as well as the democratic reflexes built on the spirit of national unity.
The final session, titled "Legal Proceedings After July 15," will address the prosecution of the coup plotters and the strengthening of the democratic rule of law within the context of legal procedures and justice mechanisms.
200 local and international journalists to attend the programme
Additionally, a comprehensive media programme will be held in Ankara and İstanbul between July 14 and July 18 on the occasion of the July 15 Democracy and National Unity Day. The programme will be attended by 200 journalists in total, including 81 local media representatives from 81 provinces and 120 international press members invited from 39 different countries.
The Turkish people's collective will against the coup attempt will be emphasised, highlighting the importance of social solidarity and conveying to the world public their unwavering determination to safeguard their future.
The Ankara part of the programme will include visits to the Presidential Complex, the July 15 Democracy Museum, and the Grand National Assembly of Türkiye, while in İstanbul, the programme will feature visits to the Memory : July 15 Museum and the İstanbul Governor's Office, along with various informational meetings.
A 360-degree communication campaign to be conducted both domestically and internationally
The Turkish flag has been hoisted over the July 15 Martyrs Bridge, Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge, and Yavuz Sultan Selim Bridge through the collaboration of our Directorate, the Governorship of İstanbul, and the July 15 Association.
As part of another initiative, the exhibition "The Name of Victory: Türkiye, July 15 Democracy and National Unity Day" has been unveiled at the International Departures Terminal of İstanbul Airport through the collaboration of our Directorate, İstanbul Airport operator İGA, and the July 15 Association.
Prepared in collaboration between our Directorate and the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure, the July 15 Democracy and National Unity Train will likewise depart from Ankara at 10:55 a.m. on July 14 under the slogan "The Name of Victory: Türkiye."
Additionally, visuals themed "The Name of Victory: Türkiye" will also be displayed on LED screens of public institutions and organisations.
Panels will also be held in capitals such as Vienna, Sarajevo, Warsaw, Berlin, and Tirana with the aim of raising international awareness about FETO and its activities and effectively communicating Türkiye's strength, unity, and determination to overcome all kinds of challenges to the world.
The events, which will also feature photography exhibitions, will include screenings of the film "15/07: Break of Dawn," which portrays FETO in all its aspects and highlights the nation's resistance and the victory of democracy.
In addition, pickup trucks with LED screens displaying content about the treacherous coup attempt of July 15 will drive through the crowded streets and avenues of New York and London.
Over 19,000 projects submitted with the July 15 Project Tracking System
Meanwhile, over 19,000 projects have been submitted this year by institutions and organisations to the July 15 Project Tracking System, coordinated by the Directorate of Communications.
Within this scope, 8,988 projects were submitted to the Project Tracking System in 2022, 9,934 in 2023, 11,369 in 2024, and more than 19,000 in 2025.