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Turkish Festival in Washington: Ambassador Önal's Message of Unity

Ambassador Sedat Önal, who attended the 24th Turkish Festival in Washington, drew attention to the unity of the Turkish-American community and the preservation of cultural heritage.

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Washington’da Türk Festivali: Büyükelçi Önal’dan Birlik Mesajı (Yazılı)
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Turkey's Ambassador to Washington, Sedat Önal, and his wife Figen Önal attended the 24th Turkish Festival organized by the American Turkish Association (ATA-DC). The festival, held in Washington, the capital, on 18 October 2026, was organized to promote Turkish culture and strengthen ties between communities.

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Ambassador Önal Thanks Festival Organizers

Speaking at the festival, Ambassador Sedat Önal thanked ATA-DC and participants for their work in organizing the event that promotes and sustains Turkish culture in Washington, and congratulated those involved in the organization.

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Highlights Achievements of the Turkish-American Community

Addressing the successes the Turkish-American community has achieved in various areas of social life in the United States, Önal emphasized the importance of strengthening unity and solidarity within the community. Önal also pointed out the significance of passing Turkish cultural heritage on to future generations.

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Emphasis on Republic Day and Diplomatic Relations

Addressing the upcoming 29 October Republic Day, Ambassador Önal said that next year the 100th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Turkey and the United States would be celebrated. Önal stated that these special days would create new opportunities to bring together Turkish and American societies.

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