The Turkish attitude from the Soviet intervention in Hungary 1956

Turkish-Hungarian relations began after World War I. The ethnic ties between Turks and Hungarians, as well as the close ties and mutual sympathy between the Turkish and Hungarian peoples, contributed to the cordial relations between the two countries. Regarding the Turkish position on the events of the Hungarian Revolution and the Soviet intervention to crush the Hungarian Revolution, which began as a spontaneous street movement against the Soviet occupation and the policies of the pro-Moscow government, the Turkish people and government expressed solidarity with the Hungarian people and provided support to them. Furthermore, the Turkish press also addressed the serious repercussions of the Soviet intervention to crush the Hungarian Revolution. Most Turkish newspapers considered the Hungarian Revolution a nationalist movement and published articles emphasizing support for the Hungarians. Regarding the Turkish position on the consequences and effects of the Soviet intervention in Hungary, support and assistance were provided by Turkish relief organizations for Hungarian refugees. The Turkish Red Crescent Society and other non-governmental organizations were active in aid campaigns for Hungarian refugees who were housed in camps established throughout Istanbul. All the refugees' needs were met during their stay in Turkey