Celebrations for the Turkish Invasion of Cyprus
July 20, 2026
In the occupied areas, celebrations for the Turkish invasion of Cyprus in 1974 continued with a parade and festivities. Turkish F-16s violated the airspace of the Republic of Cyprus, while Turkish naval vessels docked in Kyrenia. The Vice President of Turkey, Cevdet Yılmaz, represented the Turkish government at the event. Officials from the Turkish Cypriot community were also present. The celebrations were condemned by the Cypriot Foreign Ministry.