Erhurman's Victory and the Prospects for Cyprus
October 20, 2025
The victory of Tufan Erhurman in the elections in the occupied territories brings back the focus on the possibility of resuming discussions regarding Cyprus. Erhurman's initial statements include thanks to his supporters and emphasize the importance of collaboration with Turkey. Voter turnout was 64.87%, with a portion of voters expressing discontent towards Ersin Tatar's leadership. The upcoming visit to Ankara will be crucial for the direction of Turkish and Turkish Cypriot relations. Everyone is waiting to see how Erhurman's policies will evolve regarding Cyprus.