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Turkey: CHP Leader Calls for Strengthening Army in Occupied Territories

Published March 9, 2026, 17:11
Turkey: CHP Leader Calls for Strengthening Army in Occupied Territories

The leader of the main opposition in Turkey, Özgür Özel, expressed concern about the situation in Cyprus and called for strengthening the Turkish military presence in the occupied territories. Speaking at an iftar dinner, Özel stated that he was concerned about the bombs and shrapnel falling in Cyprus and called for the rapid deployment of the army and navy to the occupied territories. He also condemned the attacks on Iran and referred to developments in the Middle East. Özel said that his mind was with Cyprus, Palestine and Muslims in Iran. This statement highlights the growing concern in Turkey about the situation in Cyprus and the need to strengthen its military presence in the region.