US extends arms embargo suspension for Greek Cypriot Administration

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The United States has extended the suspension of the arms embargo on the Greek Cypriot Administration (GKRY) for another year, until September 30, 2027. This decision allows for the sale of defense materials and services to the administration for the 2027 fiscal year.

The Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) and Turkey have expressed deep concern and sadness regarding the move. Ziya Öztürkler, President of the TRNC Assembly, stated that the decision ignores the realities of the island and its two separate peoples and states. He warned that increasing the military capacity of one side risks undermining trust and could trigger an arms race, potentially destabilizing the security of the Eastern Mediterranean.

The TRNC Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasized that they will continue to work closely with Turkey to protect the security and interests of the Turkish Cypriot people in response to these developments.

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Cyprus · Greek Cypriot Administration · Turkey · Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus · Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus Ministry of Foreign Affairs · United States Department of State · Ziya Öztürkler

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[● 3 SOURCES] The decision ignores the realities on the island and the Turkish Cypriot people. kibrisgazetesi.com
[● 4 SOURCES] The US Department of State approved the removal of restrictions on the sale of defense materials and services to the Greek Cypriot Administration (GKRY). kibrisgazetesi.com · www.aydinlik.com.tr
[● 6 SOURCES] The TRNC Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed deep sadness regarding the US decision. kibrisgazetesi.com · www.kibrismanset.com · www.aydinlik.com.tr · www.haber7.com
[● 6 SOURCES] The TRNC will continue to take necessary steps to protect Turkish Cypriot security in cooperation with Turkey. kibrisgazetesi.com · www.kibrismanset.com · www.aydinlik.com.tr · www.haber7.com
[● 5 SOURCES] The arms embargo on the Greek Cypriot Administration has been suspended until September 30, 2027. kibrisgazetesi.com · www.aydinlik.com.tr · www.haber7.com
[● 4 SOURCES] Ziya Öztürkler stated that the region needs dialogue, cooperation, and mutual respect rather than new tensions and an arms race. giynikgazetesi.com · www.karsmanset.com · www.gundemkibris.com
[● 4 SOURCES] The TRNC Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that the decision ignores the realities on the island and the Turkish Cypriot people. www.kibrismanset.com · www.aydinlik.com.tr · kibrisgazetesi.com · www.haber7.com