Memory of Russian diplomat Andrey Karlov to be eternalized in Antalya

One of the streets of Demre, located in Antalya Province, Turkey, will be named in honor of Russian diplomat Andrey Karlov, TASS reports. According to Mayor of Antalya Menderes Turel, many interesting projects were discussed with Russian Ambassador killed at the end of last year. His death was a huge loss.

Menderes has noted that the name of Ambassador will be given to the streets leading to St. Nicholas church. Mayor of the province is sure that this will become a symbol of eternal memory to our friends.

As per the Russkiy Mir Foundation, Russian Ambassador in Turkey Andrey Karlov was shot dead at the end of 2016 at the opening ceremony of the photo exhibition. Russia classified this crime as an act of terrorism. The murderer of the diplomat Mevlut Altynash was liquidated by security services at the crime scene. The investigation of this case is conducted by Russian and Turkish representatives of the law enforcement bodies.

Andrey Karlov was awarded the title of Russia’s Hero.

Earlier the Andrey Karlov's commemorative plate was placed in Russian Consulate in Ankara. One of the streets in Turkish capital was named after the Russian Ambassador.  Besides, an exhibition hall where Andrey Karlov was killed was named after him. Moscow will also have a street after Andrey Karlov.

Russkiy Mir