ANKARA — Semih Yalçın, the Deputy Chairman of the Nationalist Movement Party (MHP), issued a comprehensive written statement on Sunday, outlining a transformative period in Turkish politics. Highlighting the success of the "Terror-Free Turkey" initiative, Yalçın asserted that the nation has moved beyond a critical turning point, entering a trajectory of stability and peace that is now irreversible. His remarks, which touched upon both national security policies and the internal organizational strength of the MHP, underscored a significant shift in the country’s domestic and global outlook.
According to Yalçın, the "Terror-Free Turkey" vision is not merely a political slogan but a fundamental restructuring of the state’s approach to its long-standing security challenges. He emphasized that the Turkish people and the state apparatus have collectively committed to a path where terrorism is no longer a factor in political or social life. This transition, he argued, was made possible through the visionary leadership of MHP Chairman Devlet Bahçeli and a transparent legislative process that prioritized the nation’s sovereign rights above all else.
MHP Deputy Chairman: Turkey Has Entered a Climate of Peace and Tranquility
In his detailed assessment, Semih Yalçın pointed out that for decades, the Turkish nation has endured the heavy psychological and economic costs of living under the shadow of armed conflict. He noted that the use of terrorism as a tool for political manipulation had caused profound damage to the social fabric of the country. However, the tide began to turn when MHP Leader Devlet Bahçeli made his historic call for a "Terror-Free Turkey," a move that Yalçın says was immediately embraced by the public.
"As is well known, our nation, which has suffered greatly for many years from living in the shadow of weapons and the use of terror as a political tool, immediately took ownership of the ‘Terror-Free Turkey’ phenomenon from the very first day MHP Leader Devlet Bahçeli made his notable call," Yalçın stated. He described this shift as the removal of a "40-year-old shackle" from the feet of a country that is steadily advancing toward its goal of becoming a "Leader Country in the 21st Century."
Yalçın highlighted that the public’s enthusiastic support for this initiative has acted as a catalyst for the national will, forcing a majority of political parties within the Turkish Grand National Assembly (TBMM) to take notice. This groundswell of support, he argued, led to a broad political consensus on the necessity of a terror-free environment, effectively moving the issue from partisan debate to a matter of state policy.
‘No Compromises Made on Turkey’s Integrity’
Addressing potential concerns regarding the methods used to achieve this new era of stability, Yalçın was firm in his assertion that the process was conducted with the utmost transparency and adherence to constitutional principles. He dismissed any notion of clandestine dealings, emphasizing that the "Terror-Free Turkey" issue was never negotiated behind closed doors. Instead, he maintained that openness, good faith, and sincerity were the pillars of the entire process.
"The issue of a Terror-Free Turkey has not been negotiated behind closed doors; transparency, good faith, and sincerity have been taken as the basis for the public," Yalçın clarified. He further noted that during the drafting and implementation of legal regulations within the TBMM, the sovereign rights of the nation and the territorial integrity of the Turkish state remained non-negotiable.
The MHP, according to Yalçın, has played a pivotal role in ensuring that this initiative was adopted by broad segments of the population and subsequently anchored in legitimate legal frameworks through wide political consensus. He credited the party’s persistent efforts for bringing the initiative to its current stage of legal realization. This "Framework Law," as it has been termed, is seen by the MHP as a cornerstone for the country’s global progress in the coming century.
‘Turkey Has Entered a Climate of Peace and Tranquility’
The Deputy Chairman expressed that with the passage of the Framework Law through Parliament, Turkey has successfully transitioned into a "peace and tranquility climate." He noted that the adverse social and political conditions previously fueled by terrorism have been replaced by a more stable and "normal" environment. This change, he suggested, would accelerate Turkey’s global advancement and strengthen its position on the world stage.
Yalçın reiterated that the MHP’s stance on the "Terror-Free Turkey" phenomenon is built upon the concepts of clarity, honesty, consistency, determination, and stability. "Our nation has never been told a lie, and the facts have never been distorted in any way," he said. This commitment to truth, he argued, is what allowed the initiative to successfully reach the stage of a formal legal framework.
A significant portion of Yalçın’s statement was dedicated to the role of Devlet Bahçeli. He described the MHP leader as the primary architect of the current atmosphere. "Undoubtedly, the greatest shareholder in the point reached is MHP Leader Devlet Bahçeli," Yalçın stated. He praised Bahçeli’s "visionary leadership," which allowed the "Terror-Free Turkey" concept to be adopted as a central state policy and a focal point of Turkish political life. By providing strategic support and leadership, Bahçeli has ensured that the movement maintains its momentum and reaches its intended destination.
‘Terror-Free Turkey’ as the Primary Agenda of Party Congresses
Beyond the national policy implications, Yalçın also provided an update on the MHP’s internal organizational activities. He revealed that the "Terror-Free Turkey" initiative has been the central theme of the party’s ongoing congress process, which began earlier this year. The party has used these gatherings not only to reorganize its local branches but also to gauge and foster public support for the national security transition.
Yalçın noted that the congress cycle was symbolically launched on May 19, 2026, in the İlkadım district of Samsun—a location of immense historical significance in the Turkish War of Independence. Since then, the "Terror-Free Turkey" vision has remained the most critical agenda item during discussions with party organizations, the grassroots base, and various political stakeholders.
"The fact that the efforts of our party representatives and organization members in this direction have not gone unrewarded has been seen on the ground," Yalçın observed. He claimed that the concrete reflections of the "Terror-Free Turkey" phenomenon are already observable in the field, even before all legal regulations are fully implemented. This, he suggested, proves that the efforts to reach the "final destination" of this journey are far from futile.
‘954 District Congresses Have Been Completed’
Providing specific data on the party’s administrative progress, Yalçın announced that the MHP has successfully concluded its district-level congresses. As of September 13, 2026, the party has held a total of 954 district congresses across the country. This milestone marks the completion of the first major phase of the party’s internal electoral and organizational process.
Furthermore, Yalçın reported significant progress at the provincial level. Since the first provincial congress was held on July 26, 2026, the party has completed 62 provincial congresses to date. This organizational efficiency is presented as a testament to the MHP’s readiness to lead and its internal cohesion during a period of national transition.
The completion of 954 district congresses reflects the MHP’s extensive reach across Turkey’s diverse geography. By engaging with local leaders and citizens in nearly every corner of the country, the party has sought to solidify the "Terror-Free Turkey" narrative as a shared national objective. Yalçın’s statement implies that the MHP is positioning itself as the primary guarantor of this new era, linking its internal organizational health directly to the success of state policy.
As the MHP continues its provincial congresses, the focus remains squarely on the future. The "Leader Country" goal frequently cited by Yalçın suggests that the party views the end of domestic terrorism as the essential prerequisite for Turkey to project greater power internationally. The transition from a security-focused domestic agenda to one of "global horizons" marks a significant evolution in the rhetoric of the MHP.
In conclusion, Semih Yalçın’s statement serves as both a progress report on a major national initiative and a declaration of political victory. By framing the "Terror-Free Turkey" movement as an irreversible and transparent process supported by a broad consensus, the MHP seeks to reassure the public that the era of conflict is ending without sacrificing the foundational principles of the state. With the organizational backbone of the party strengthened through nearly a thousand congresses, the MHP appears set to continue its influential role in shaping Turkey’s path through the 21st century.
