What is Turkey’s stance in the Cyprus crisis?

The Cyprus crisis is a historically long and complex issue. The Cyprus problem, which started in 1955, arose due to political and social tensions between the island’s two ethnic groups, the Turks and Greeks. This tension continued with the establishment of the Republic of Cyprus in 1960. Due to the conflicts that broke out in 1963, the Turks demanded to secede from the government of the Republic of Cyprus and to establish a Turkish state. However, the Greeks did not accept this demand and declared a unilateral sovereignty, ignoring the demands of the Turks. Turkey’s stance on the Cyprus crisis depends on historical and geopolitical factors. Turkey has followed a policy that defends and protects the rights of the Turks living on the island. This policy caused Turkey to intervene militarily in Cyprus. After the military intervention in 1974, Turkey officially recognized the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus and appointed a peacekeeping force. Turkey’s stance on the Cyprus crisis was criticized by other countries. Many countries stated that they favor a peaceful solution to the Cyprus problem. However, Turkey argued that rights and justice should be provided for the Turkish part of the island. Although tensions in the Cyprus crisis have decreased in recent years, tensions in the region continue. Turkey maintains strong ties with the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus and continues to defend the rights of the Turks on the island. As a result, Turkey’s stance on the Cyprus crisis is very controversial. However, it is necessary to understand the decisions and policies taken by Turkey to defend the rights of the Turks on the island, and to take into account the historical and geopolitical factors. The Cyprus problem should be resolved by peaceful means and equal rights and justice should be ensured for all ethnic groups of the island.