Cyprus Times

Reactions in the Pseudo-State Following Statement That “Iran Will Bomb Radar in Troodos”

Published March 24, 2026, 17:10
Reactions in the Pseudo-State Following Statement That “Iran Will Bomb Radar in Troodos”

Reactions were sparked in the occupied territories following a statement by KEE MP Yasemin Ozturk that Iran will bomb the radar in Troodos. Tufan Erhurman criticized the statement, emphasizing the importance of careful thought before making statements. The Turkish Cypriot Hotel Association expressed surprise and called on the “authorities” to act responsibly, noting that the statement harms the image of the “country” and tourism. Yasemin Ozturk claimed that Iran may target a radar base in Troodos, which is used by American and British intelligence units as part of the Echelon system. She accused the Republic of Cyprus of involving Cyprus in a dangerous situation. The statements caused strong reactions and concern in the occupied territories, as they are considered to undermine the security and economy of the region.