Queen Elizabeth II will visit Turkey on April 24 to participate in the events marking the 100th anniversary of the battle of Gallipoli, ermenihaber.am reports, quoting dunya.com. Seven destroyer warships will ensure her security.

The source notes that about 14,000 tourists from New Zealand and Australia will visit Turkey to commemorate the Australian soldiers killed in the battle.

Only 13,000 spectators will be allowed to participate in the official ceremonies on April 24 and 25. Most Turkish citizens will be deprived of the opportunity to attend the events.