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Hulusi Akar: Turkish Army Will Remain in Cyprus Until Peace is Achieved – Criticism from Greece and Greek Cypriot Side

Published March 27, 2026, 20:13
Hulusi Akar: Turkish Army Will Remain in Cyprus Until Peace is Achieved – Criticism from Greece and Greek Cypriot Side

Former Turkish Defense Minister Hulusi Akar stated that the Turkish army will remain in Cyprus until peace is achieved, criticizing the approach of Greece and the Greek Cypriot side to the Cyprus issue. Akar accused Greece and the Greek Cypriot side of a selfish approach and inaccurate statements, arguing that their public statements differ from their talks at a bilateral level. He reiterated Turkey's position for a peaceful resolution through dialogue and diplomacy, emphasizing that Turkey's military presence on the island will continue until peace and tranquility are achieved. Akar's statements have drawn criticism from Greece and the Greek Cypriot side.