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Ustel: "The TRNC is Europe's Spoiled Child"

Published March 16, 2026, 17:09
Ustel: "The TRNC is Europe's Spoiled Child"

The self-proclaimed “prime minister” of the occupied territories, Unal Ustel, accused the international community of silence regarding Israeli attacks on Gaza. He also described the Republic of Cyprus as “Europe’s spoiled child,” claiming it is exploiting developments in the Middle East to strengthen its defense collaborations. He reiterated Turkish positions on the events of 1974, claiming that Turkish Cypriots “gained their freedom” after the Turkish invasion. He emphasized the increased Turkish military presence in the occupied territories, with the deployment of F-16 fighter jets and the activation of air defense systems.