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Tension in the Dead Zone: Greek Cypriot Farmers Forced Out While Farming (VIDEO)

Published December 30, 2025, 19:26

Tension escalated in the Dead Zone as two Greek Cypriot farmers – a father and son – were forcibly removed by Turkish soldiers and pseudo-police while cultivating their land. The farmers reported being attacked with stones and threatened, resulting in damage to their farming tools. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued protests, and the President of the Republic is expected to raise the issue with Erhurman. The farmers express their insecurity and disappointment with the UN's stance, which they say passively observes Turkish actions. They fear they will be forced to abandon farming their land due to blackmail and threats, jeopardizing their livelihood.