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Turkey Plans Maritime Spatial Map for the Aegean and Cyprus

April 16, 2025

Turkey is preparing to draft a maritime spatial plan as part of its 'Blue Homeland' strategy. The proposed map suggests the median line in the Aegean as a border, claiming maritime zones. While it does not represent an official stance of the Turkish state, this move is provocative. The map also includes plans related to Cyprus, aiming to reinforce Turkish claims.