Speed Dressed as Mehmed II: The YouTuber Who Set Istanbul on Fire and Awakened Balkan Spirits!
Have you ever seen a YouTuber cause a real historical storm? Speed, known as a huge Cristiano Ronaldo fan and passionate football lover, didn’t just tour the Balkans and Greece — he caused a real uproar in Istanbul, dressed as Mehmed II himself, the sultan who conquered Constantinople and subjugated Serbia!
Journey Through the Balkans and Istanbul Speed has already visited Slovenia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, and Greece, and now he’s in Istanbul, where he attracted massive attention, especially from children who follow him everywhere. But he wasn’t just an ordinary tourist — the hosts dressed him in the traditional outfit of Mehmed II, the sultan who in 1453 conquered Constantinople, ending the Byzantine Empire.
The Controversy That Set Social Media Ablaze Speed posted a video on social media wearing Mehmed II’s outfit, which sparked mixed reactions. While Turks were thrilled, many of his Serbian followers warned him to be careful with the historical context. Mehmed II is celebrated in Turkish history as a great conqueror, but in Serbian history, he symbolizes centuries of slavery and suffering — his army burned and destroyed large parts of Serbia, with hundreds of thousands killed or enslaved.
Reactions to Speed’s Brutal Honesty In one of the most-watched scenes on his channel, Speed tried Turkish döner and bluntly said the German one was better, which caused whistles and disapproval. His reaction? Honest and unapologetic: “What’s the problem? It’s good, I’m just telling the truth.” This is classic Speed — he’s not afraid to say what he thinks, even if it causes a storm.
Historical Burden Meets Entertainment — A Fiery Mix While the Turks wanted to show him their history and tradition through Mehmed II’s costume, they didn’t expect it to awaken deep and painful memories among Serbs. For many Serbs, the scene of Speed wearing Mehmed II’s outfit is not just fun but a reminder of centuries of oppression and suffering under the Ottoman Empire.
Why Does This Matter? This situation shows how sensitive history and culture can be, especially when mixed with modern media and entertainment. Speed unintentionally sparked a dialogue about how history is remembered and how different communities relate to a shared past.
Conclusion: Speed — A Bridge or a Provocation? Did Speed manage to connect cultures through humor and honesty, or did he just stir old wounds? One thing is clear — his Istanbul adventure did not go unnoticed and triggered a flood of comments and reactions.
If you thought YouTube was just for funny clips, think again! Speed proved that one video can ignite historical passions and cause a real storm in the Balkans. What do you think about his move? Did he cross the line or was he just brutally honest? Drop a comment — maybe you have the best comeback for this historical drama!
Speed dressed as Mehmed II — history has never been this fun and controversial!
