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Tufan Erhurman: Weapons in South Cyprus Should Not Remain

Published March 19, 2026, 14:12
Tufan Erhurman: Weapons in South Cyprus Should Not Remain

Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman stated that military reinforcements in the Republic of Cyprus should not remain after the crisis in the Middle East, emphasizing close cooperation with Turkey. He believes that the Republic of Cyprus's military agreements pose a risk to regional security and that weapons sent there should not remain permanently. He stressed the ongoing communication and coordination with Turkey to address the risks arising from the crisis. He expressed the view that Turkey, as a guarantor power, has the right to protect the occupied territories with military means, such as F-16s, and dismissed criticism from the Greek Cypriot side. He believes that the occupied territories remain a safe country, despite developments in the region.