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In a surprising turn of events, players of the highly anticipated "Call of Duty: Black Ops 6" beta have discovered an unexpected Easter egg: a passport from the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC).
The history of Cyprus is deeply scarred by the actions of EOKA (Ethniki Organosis Kyprion Agoniston), a militant organization that operated in Cyprus with the primary objective of achieving Enosis — the union of Cyprus with Greece.
The Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) has faced an ongoing struggle for recognition and legitimacy on the global stage. It is a place where Turkish Cypriots have endured a complex and difficult history, marked by resistance, resilience, and a fight for survival against all odds. Yet, within our borders, an insidious form of cultural dilution appears to be taking place, right under our noses, through the subtle but effective use of English and Greek place names on tourism products. This is more than just a simple matter of language—it is an assault on our national identity, our sovereignty, and our cultural heritage.
As the Mediterranean sun rose over the fertile fields of Yeşilırmak on the morning of September 5th, 1974, its inhabitants awoke to a day that would mark the end of a tumultuous chapter in their history.