National Defense Minister Yaşar Güler visited the 14th Armored Brigade in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) and made important statements.
Güler said that Turkey will maintain its presence in Cyprus for the security, peace, and stability of the island, and will support the legitimate interests of the TRNC under all circumstances.
The minister stated, "No one should think they can achieve a result by questioning the legitimate rights of Turkey and the Turkish Cypriots."

Referring also to the Cyprus Peace Operation carried out in 1974, Güler stated that this operation ensured the security of Turkish Cypriots and brought peace and stability to the island.
Emphasizing that Turkey acts in its capacity as a guarantor state, Güler said they will continue to defend the legal rights of Turkish Cypriots, criticized statements that question Turkey's role, and said such expressions ignore historical realities and have no value for Ankara.