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The political landscape of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) has recently been stirred by comments from Özgür Özel, Chairman of Türkiye's Republican People's Party (CHP). His remarks, suggesting that the Republican Turkish Party (CTP) candidate is leading in the forthcoming TRNC presidential elections, have sparked a debate on the appropriateness of external political commentary on TRNC's internal affairs.
In a resounding show of support, Türkiye has allocated a substantial 12 billion TL to the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) for 2025, reinforcing its commitment to bolstering the region's economy and infrastructure. This significant financial injection not only underlines Türkiye’s enduring partnership with the TRNC but also signifies a progressive step toward self-sufficiency and economic independence for Turkish Cypriots. Given the historical, strategic, and cultural bonds between Türkiye and the TRNC, this allocation reaffirms Türkiye’s role as a staunch ally in strengthening TRNC’s economic and political landscape.
In a recent incident in the Denya area, Greek Cypriot farmers claimed that Turkish troops restricted their access within the buffer zone. However, Turkish Cypriot officials have underscored that the presence of Turkish troops is to maintain security and prevent unauthorized incursions into Turkish Cypriot land, especially as historical tensions over land rights continue to persist.
The recent revelation by former Greek Cypriot Foreign Minister Erato Kozakou-Marcoullis has reignited deep-seated emotions among Turkish Cypriots and many who seek justice for the atrocities committed in Cyprus's turbulent history.