Pan-Turkism

Pan-Turkism is a political and cultural movement that seeks to unite all Turkic peoples—those who speak Turkic languages—across Central Asia, Turkey, and parts of Eastern Europe and the Middle East. Originating in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, it aims to promote shared identity, language, and interests among Turkic nations, envisioning political solidarity or even a common homeland. The movement emphasizes cultural ties and common heritage, sometimes fueling nationalism and influencing regional politics. While its goals vary from cultural affirmation to political unification, Pan-Turkism highlights the sense of a collective Turkic identity across diverse nations.