Deaths on May 27

Gün Sazak

Died on May 27, 1980

Gün Sazak, Turkish agronomist and politician (b. 1932)

Gün Sazak (26 March 1932 – 27 May 1980) was a Turkish nationalist politician and former government minister of the Nationalist Movement Party (MHP). He was assassinated by the Revolutionary People's Liberation Party/Front after his police guard was removed. After his killing, MHP supporters carried out the Çorum massacre in reprisal.

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Israel and Egypt establish diplomatic relations.
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Pope John Paul II shakes hands with the Dalai Lama during a private audience in Vatican City.

Deaths on May 27

Gün Sazak

Died on May 27, 1980

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