Visit of Turkish Military Vessels to the Occupied Areas During European Summit
April 22, 2026
A Turkish submarine and a missile boat will be present in the occupied areas of Cyprus while European leaders gather for a summit in Ayia Napa. The submarine TCG Gür and the missile boat TCG İmbat will visit the ports of Kyrenia and Famagusta. This visit coincides with the celebrations of National Sovereignty and Children's Day. The submarine will be open to the public during specific hours. The presence of Turkish military vessels appears to carry political significance amid current international developments.