Turkey’s foreign ministry has condemned an Israeli airstrike that resulted in the deaths of three Turkish citizens who were attempting to cross the border illegally from Lebanon into Israel. The ministry criticized the attack as unlawful and outlined efforts to repatriate the bodies to Turkey. They also called on Israel to cease its aggressive policies, which they say escalate regional tensions.
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Nicosia promptly addressed Turkey’s recent provocations. Government Spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis emphasized that any prospective agreement between Turkey and Syria must adhere to international law, particularly UNCLOS, and respect the rights of the Republic of Cyprus. He reiterated that any attempt to challenge or disregard Cyprus’s sovereign rights violates International Law and that Cyprus will take all necessary measures at both international and European levels. Additionally, President Nikos Christodoulides has collaborated with Greece’s Prime Minister to inform EU leaders of potential Turkish actions and secure European support.