Ersin Tatar's Stance on the Cyprus Issue
February 26, 2025
Ersin Tatar, leader of the Turkish Cypriot community, states that Turkey does not intend to participate in negotiations for the Cyprus issue aiming for a two-state agreement. Instead, they will present themselves in Geneva with the approach that recognition of Turkish sovereignty and the 'TRNC' is necessary. Tatar emphasizes the need for acceptance of their sovereignty to start negotiations. His statements reinforce Turkey's position in the discussion about resolving the Cyprus issue.