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Turkey Urges US to Reverse 'Erroneous Step' on Cyprus Arms Sales

Jan 16, 2025, 04:44 PM

Turkey has condemned the United States' decision to designate the Greek Cypriot Administration as an eligible country for arms sales and military training, calling it a 'grave mistake.' The Turkish Foreign Ministry expressed its disapproval, stating that the decision would increase armament activities on the island, which is already in a sensitive period. Turkey urged the incoming US administration to reverse this 'erroneous step' taken by the current President. Furthermore, Turkey, as a guarantor state, announced it would continue to support the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) in enhancing its defense and deterrence capabilities.