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Turkish Man, 21, Marries Italian Woman, 80

The man from Mardin says the relationship is based on genuine love, while the 59-year age gap has prompted discussion online.

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Turkish Man, 21, Marries Italian Woman, 80
Turkish Man, 21, Marries Italian Woman, 80 · Turkish Man, 21, Marries Italian Woman, 80

A 21-year-old man from Mardin has married an 80-year-old Italian woman; he says it is genuine love, though social media is debating the 59-year age gap.

A 21-year-old man from Mardin, Türkiye, has married an 80-year-old Italian woman, drawing wide attention on social media because of their 59-year age gap, according to reports.

What the Couple Says

The man, identified in reports as Mohammed, said their relationship is based on genuine love. He hopes to bring his wife to Türkiye and hold traditional wedding celebrations there.

Online Discussion

Some social media users have speculated about whether the possibility of Italian citizenship played a part. Reports say there is no confirmation of the couple’s personal motives or of any claims about citizenship.

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