Defending our union and rights

The first day of the GIRIT TURK BIRLIGI have been troublesome. Some of our Greek friends think we are a threat to Girit and Greece. Our union does not claim Girit is Turkish (today) or do we promote hatred between the two people. We are a group of Turks (holders of both Greek and Turkish passports) who wish to organize and promote our culture and identity among Turks and Greeks alike. The Turkish elements of Girit are clear in everyday language (turkish words like hadi,hava etc), naming of locations (valide camii,yedi kule etc.) and local cusine (baklava,dolmasi,cacik etc.) were ALL influenced by the Turkish population that lived in Girit during the Ottoman administration on the island.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.