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Hurriyet: Macron's Cyprus Visit Ignored Turkish Presence

Published March 11, 2026, 12:14
Hurriyet: Macron's Cyprus Visit Ignored Turkish Presence

The Turkish newspaper Hurriyet analyzes recent geopolitical developments in Cyprus within the context of the Middle East crisis. The article argues that the tension caused by the war between Israel and Iran is rekindling old issues in the region, and accuses the Greek Cypriot side of attempting to politically exploit the events, particularly after the drone attack on the British Akrotiri base. The newspaper highlights the presence of Western military forces on the island and refers to the statements of French President Macron, who emphasized the importance of Cyprus's defense for Greece, France, and the European Union. Hurriyet criticizes the fact that Macron did not mention the Turkish presence on the island, considering it a given. The article concludes by emphasizing that Cyprus is one of the problems inherited from British 'divide and rule' policy.