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Pseudostate 'Foreign Minister' Criticizes Erhurman's Cyprus Policy

Published February 20, 2026, 17:07
Pseudostate 'Foreign Minister' Criticizes Erhurman's Cyprus Policy

The so-called 'Foreign Minister' of the pseudostate, Tahsin Ertuğruloğlu, strongly criticized the leader of the occupation, Tufan Erhürman, for his policy on the Cyprus issue, describing it as 'damaging' and accusing him of not being in consultations with Turkey. Ertuğruloğlu argued that Erhürman's policy 'relegates Turkish Cypriots to a community begging for a solution,' while emphasizing that as long as the Republic of Cyprus exists, there is no hope for a solution, reiterating the positions for two states. Ertuğruloğlu accused Erhürman of misleading Turkish Cypriots with 'romantic phrases and rosy scenarios.' This criticism comes at a time of tension in the negotiations on the Cyprus issue, with the two sides remaining in disagreement on key issues. Erhürman responded to Ertuğruloğlu's accusations by stating that he would not respond to statements lacking seriousness and political courtesy. This response suggests a further deterioration in the relationship between the two leaders and an increase in tension within the pseudogovernment. The criticism from Ertuğruloğlu towards Erhürman highlights the internal disagreements on the Turkish Cypriot side regarding the approach to the Cyprus issue and the policy to be followed. This disagreement could have significant implications for future negotiations and the prospect of resolving the Cyprus problem.