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Varank criticizes Özel's reaction to a citizen's pastry offer

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This story is from 19 September 2026.

AK Party Bursa MP Mustafa Varank criticized footage of New Party Chairman Özgür Özel's reaction to a citizen offering pastry at a gastronomy festival in Bursa, stating that "sincerity is important in politics."

Varank evaluated the images while offering börek to citizens at the Gastronomy Festival in Bursa. Describing Özel's attitude as 'scolding', Varank said sincerity is essential in politicians' communication with citizens. In the images, moments when Özel said 'God damn it' had drawn public reaction.

Varank criticizes Özel's reaction to a citizen's pastry offer

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