MHP Visits DEM Party: Sadir Durmaz’s “Strong Tea” Joke<\/title><br \/>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"MHP's Deputy Chairman Sadir Durmaz, General Chairman Senior Advisor Esma \u00d6zda\u015fl\u0131, and MYK member \u015eahin Kartal visited the DEM Party. During their visit, the distribution of tea spurred laughter when Durmaz joked about preferring 'light tea'.\"\/><br \/>\n<meta name=\"keywords\" content=\"MHP, DEM Party, Sadir Durmaz, Turkish Politics\"\/><br \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/mhp-dem-parti-yi-ziyaret-etti-mhp-li-sadir-durmaz-demli-cay-sakasi.png\"\/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.birgun.net\/haber\/mhp-dem-parti-yi-ziyaret-etti-mhp-li-sadir-durmaz-dan-demli-cay-sakasi-628990\"\/>\n<link href=\"http:\/\/www.birgun.net\/assets\/images\/favicon-light.png\" type=\"image\/png\" rel=\"icon\"\/>\n<link href=\"http:\/\/www.birgun.net\/assets\/images\/favicon-dark.png\" type=\"image\/png\" rel=\"icon\"\/>\n<link rel=\"apple-touch-icon\" href=\"http:\/\/www.birgun.net\/assets\/images\/apple-touch-icon.png\"\/>\n<\/head><br \/>\n<body id=\"wp_automatic_ReadabilityBody\"><\/p>\n<h2>MHP Visits DEM Party: A Lighthearted Encounter<\/h2>\n<p>Recently, a delegation from the Nationalist Movement Party (MHP) visited the \u00a0Democracy and Progress (DEM) Party\u00a0 to celebrate the festival of sacrifice (Kurban Bayram\u0131). The MHP’s \u00a0Deputy Chairman Sadir Durmaz\u00a0, along with General Chairman Senior Advisor \u00a0Esma \u00d6zda\u015fl\u0131\u00a0 and MYK member \u00a0\u015eahin Kartal\u00a0, brought a light touch to the event with a playful quip regarding tea.<\/p>\n<h2>Humor Breaks Tension<\/h2>\n<p>During the visit, as the tea was being served, Durmaz requested a ”\u00a0light tea\u00a0.” He humorously added, “If I say I don’t drink strong tea, I might be misunderstood.” His remark prompted laughter from both delegations, highlighting the importance of camaraderie even amid political discussions.<\/p>\n<p>This visit was not just about social pleasantries; it was filled with serious discussions on the state of the nation. Durmaz emphasized that “for 40 years, Turkey has been shackled by terrorism,” calling for a collective effort to move forward.<\/p>\n<h2>Building a \u00a0Terror-Free Turkey\u00a0<\/h2>\n<p>Durmaz articulated the need for a \u00a0terror-free Turkey\u00a0, highlighting that children born into this environment\u2014who are now adults\u2014should not have to face the repercussions of violence. He insisted on nurturing the \u00a0brotherhood\u00a0 that has thrived amidst adversity, referencing the many mixed-heritage marriages that have occurred over the decades.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0“We must not allow ourselves to be divided,”\u00a0 he stated, referencing the quote from the late \u00a0Ziya G\u00f6kalp\u00a0, who famously said, *\u201cFor every Kurdish person I sought, a Turk emerged.\u201d* This sentiment underscores the belief in a shared destiny between different ethnicities within the country.<\/p>\n<h2>Collaboration in the Grand Assembly<\/h2>\n<p>Durmaz and his colleagues discussed the anticipated parliamentary commission that would be formed to tackle issues surrounding national unity and \u00a0Peace Process\u00a0. Tiryaki noted that the \u00a0MHP\u00a0 is well-prepared for this initiative, indicating that discussions around the formation of this commission have already been extensive.<\/p>\n<p>He explained, \u00a0“It is crucial for all parties to be included in these discussions. The current Make-up of the Assembly represents over 95% of the electorate.”\u00a0 This inclusion approach highlights the goal of uniting various political parties to foster agreement on key national issues.<\/p>\n<h2>Shared Aspirations for a Unified Future<\/h2>\n<p>Durmaz highlighted the importance of having a shared vision for Turkey’s future. He communicated the sentiment that as long as \u00a0good intentions\u00a0 exist, it is possible to resolve various issues through discussions and consensus. He emphasized that the goal should not merely be political expediency but working together for the betterment of all citizens.<\/p>\n<p>Both leaders agreed that the establishment of this commission would bring clarity regarding who genuinely supports the initiative and who may have ulterior motives.<\/p>\n<h2>A Call to Action Post-Festival<\/h2>\n<p>As the \u00a0Bayram festivities\u00a0 concluded, Durmaz expressed hope that concrete steps would be taken moving forward. \u00a0“With the formation of this commission, we will have a platform where everyone’s voice can be heard,”\u00a0 said Durmaz, echoing the need for transparent dialogue in the political landscape.<\/p>\n<p>The visit underscored a significant moment in Turkish politics, blending humor with serious discussions about unifying the country in light of shared challenges. Both parties left the meeting looking forward to a \u00a0collaborative effort\u00a0 to resolve longstanding issues and enhance unity within the diverse fabric of the nation.<\/p>\n<p><\/body>\n<\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/category\/general\/\" rel=\"dofollow\">General News – 1<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>MHP Visits DEM Party: Sadir Durmaz’s “Strong Tea” Joke MHP Visits DEM Party: A Lighthearted Encounter Recently, a delegation from the Nationalist Movement Party (MHP) visited the \u00a0Democracy and Progress (DEM) Party\u00a0 to celebrate the festival of sacrifice (Kurban Bayram\u0131). The MHP’s \u00a0Deputy Chairman Sadir Durmaz\u00a0, along with General Chairman Senior Advisor \u00a0Esma \u00d6zda\u015fl\u0131\u00a0 and […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":147541,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-147540","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-general"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/147540","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=147540"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/147540\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/147541"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=147540"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=147540"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=147540"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}

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\nMHP Visits DEM Party: Sadir Durmaz’s “Strong Tea” Joke<\/title><br \/>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"MHP's Deputy Chairman Sadir Durmaz, General Chairman Senior Advisor Esma \u00d6zda\u015fl\u0131, and MYK member \u015eahin Kartal visited the DEM Party. During their visit, the distribution of tea spurred laughter when Durmaz joked about preferring 'light tea'.\"\/><br \/>\n<meta name=\"keywords\" content=\"MHP, DEM Party, Sadir Durmaz, Turkish Politics\"\/><br \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/mhp-dem-parti-yi-ziyaret-etti-mhp-li-sadir-durmaz-demli-cay-sakasi.png\"\/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.birgun.net\/haber\/mhp-dem-parti-yi-ziyaret-etti-mhp-li-sadir-durmaz-dan-demli-cay-sakasi-628990\"\/>\n<link href=\"http:\/\/www.birgun.net\/assets\/images\/favicon-light.png\" type=\"image\/png\" rel=\"icon\"\/>\n<link href=\"http:\/\/www.birgun.net\/assets\/images\/favicon-dark.png\" type=\"image\/png\" rel=\"icon\"\/>\n<link rel=\"apple-touch-icon\" href=\"http:\/\/www.birgun.net\/assets\/images\/apple-touch-icon.png\"\/>\n<\/head><br \/>\n<body id=\"wp_automatic_ReadabilityBody\"><\/p>\n<h2>MHP Visits DEM Party: A Lighthearted Encounter<\/h2>\n<p>Recently, a delegation from the Nationalist Movement Party (MHP) visited the \u00a0Democracy and Progress (DEM) Party\u00a0 to celebrate the festival of sacrifice (Kurban Bayram\u0131). The MHP’s \u00a0Deputy Chairman Sadir Durmaz\u00a0, along with General Chairman Senior Advisor \u00a0Esma \u00d6zda\u015fl\u0131\u00a0 and MYK member \u00a0\u015eahin Kartal\u00a0, brought a light touch to the event with a playful quip regarding tea.<\/p>\n<h2>Humor Breaks Tension<\/h2>\n<p>During the visit, as the tea was being served, Durmaz requested a ”\u00a0light tea\u00a0.” He humorously added, “If I say I don’t drink strong tea, I might be misunderstood.” His remark prompted laughter from both delegations, highlighting the importance of camaraderie even amid political discussions.<\/p>\n<p>This visit was not just about social pleasantries; it was filled with serious discussions on the state of the nation. Durmaz emphasized that “for 40 years, Turkey has been shackled by terrorism,” calling for a collective effort to move forward.<\/p>\n<h2>Building a \u00a0Terror-Free Turkey\u00a0<\/h2>\n<p>Durmaz articulated the need for a \u00a0terror-free Turkey\u00a0, highlighting that children born into this environment\u2014who are now adults\u2014should not have to face the repercussions of violence. He insisted on nurturing the \u00a0brotherhood\u00a0 that has thrived amidst adversity, referencing the many mixed-heritage marriages that have occurred over the decades.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0“We must not allow ourselves to be divided,”\u00a0 he stated, referencing the quote from the late \u00a0Ziya G\u00f6kalp\u00a0, who famously said, *\u201cFor every Kurdish person I sought, a Turk emerged.\u201d* This sentiment underscores the belief in a shared destiny between different ethnicities within the country.<\/p>\n<h2>Collaboration in the Grand Assembly<\/h2>\n<p>Durmaz and his colleagues discussed the anticipated parliamentary commission that would be formed to tackle issues surrounding national unity and \u00a0Peace Process\u00a0. Tiryaki noted that the \u00a0MHP\u00a0 is well-prepared for this initiative, indicating that discussions around the formation of this commission have already been extensive.<\/p>\n<p>He explained, \u00a0“It is crucial for all parties to be included in these discussions. The current Make-up of the Assembly represents over 95% of the electorate.”\u00a0 This inclusion approach highlights the goal of uniting various political parties to foster agreement on key national issues.<\/p>\n<h2>Shared Aspirations for a Unified Future<\/h2>\n<p>Durmaz highlighted the importance of having a shared vision for Turkey’s future. He communicated the sentiment that as long as \u00a0good intentions\u00a0 exist, it is possible to resolve various issues through discussions and consensus. He emphasized that the goal should not merely be political expediency but working together for the betterment of all citizens.<\/p>\n<p>Both leaders agreed that the establishment of this commission would bring clarity regarding who genuinely supports the initiative and who may have ulterior motives.<\/p>\n<h2>A Call to Action Post-Festival<\/h2>\n<p>As the \u00a0Bayram festivities\u00a0 concluded, Durmaz expressed hope that concrete steps would be taken moving forward. \u00a0“With the formation of this commission, we will have a platform where everyone’s voice can be heard,”\u00a0 said Durmaz, echoing the need for transparent dialogue in the political landscape.<\/p>\n<p>The visit underscored a significant moment in Turkish politics, blending humor with serious discussions about unifying the country in light of shared challenges. Both parties left the meeting looking forward to a \u00a0collaborative effort\u00a0 to resolve longstanding issues and enhance unity within the diverse fabric of the nation.<\/p>\n<p><\/body>\n<\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/category\/general\/\" rel=\"dofollow\">General News – 1<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>MHP Visits DEM Party: Sadir Durmaz’s “Strong Tea” Joke MHP Visits DEM Party: A Lighthearted Encounter Recently, a delegation from the Nationalist Movement Party (MHP) visited the \u00a0Democracy and Progress (DEM) Party\u00a0 to celebrate the festival of sacrifice (Kurban Bayram\u0131). The MHP’s \u00a0Deputy Chairman Sadir Durmaz\u00a0, along with General Chairman Senior Advisor \u00a0Esma \u00d6zda\u015fl\u0131\u00a0 and […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":147541,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-147540","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-general"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/147540","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=147540"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/147540\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/147541"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=147540"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=147540"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=147540"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}