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Video Appears to Show Missile Launch from Submarine off Rizokarpaso

Published March 21, 2026, 20:01
Video Appears to Show Missile Launch from Submarine off Rizokarpaso

A video circulating on social media appears to show a missile launch from a submarine off the coast of Rizokarpaso. The Turkish Cypriot side claims the launches occurred in international waters. The Turkish Presidential Communication Directorate, through its Disinformation Combat Center (DMM), denies claims that missiles were launched from a submarine within the territorial waters of the TRNC, calling them misinformation. The DMM states that the circulating images allegedly originate from international waters and urges the public to rely only on official sources. The spread of the video has raised concerns and questions about security in the region. Turkey seeks to deny any involvement in military activities that could escalate tensions in the Eastern Mediterranean. This denial comes at a time of increased regional instability and intensifying geopolitical competition. The circulation of the video and subsequent denials highlight the importance of verifying information and avoiding the spread of misinformation, especially during times of crisis.