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Soldier's Experiences During the Turkish Invasion of 1974

August 16, 2026

The article recounts the experiences of a soldier during the Turkish invasion in 1974. While staying at a hotel in Famagusta, he found himself trapped there until the announcement of the invasion. He shares details of his journey to Nicosia, where he encountered many other reservists. He describes the difficult conditions and moments of panic when a warplane attacked them. Due to this event, they decided to continue on foot to the next village seeking assistance.