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Lapta Hesap İşi is a type of embroidery executed with colored threads on countable woven fabrics, traditionally produced in Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. It is regarded as an original example of Turkish Cypriot folk culture in terms of its production technique, motif repertoire, historical development, and areas of use. Due to its history extending to the late 19th century and its strong association with the Lapta region, it was officially registered as a geographical indication on 11 Nov

Pilavuna is a traditional Cypriot pastry whose main ingredients are halloumi cheese, dried mint, and, optionally, raisins. This pastry, prepared for centuries by both Turkish Cypriots and Greek Cypriots, is commonly made during holiday seasons and religious celebrations. It is also known in Turkish as “Kıbrıs çöreği” and is considered an important element of Turkish Cypriot cuisine.Origin and Cultural ContextThe origins of pilavuna are rooted in Cyprus’s centuries-old culinary traditions. It sta

Bloody Christmas is a chain of events that began on 21 December 1963, initiated by Greek Cypriots against Turkish Cypriots on the island of Cyprus and is remembered in history as a period of massacre. These events led to the collapse of the Republic of Cyprus, established in 1960 under the guarantee of Türkiye, Greece and the United Kingdom, and resulted in systematic attacks against the Turkish community on the island. During this period, the Akritas Plan, implemented by Greek Cypriots in line

Famagusta is a historic city located on the coast of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC), home to one of the Mediterranean’s most significant ports. Its accumulation spanning from antiquity to the present, layered architecture, and multicultural social structure grant it a distinguished position within the Eastern Mediterranean region.Aerial View of GazimağusaHistorical DevelopmentThe history of Famagusta extends back to the 3rd century BCE, when it was founded by Ptolemy I under the

The 51st anniversary of the Cyprus Peace Operation was officially commemorated on 20 July 2025 with state ceremonies and events by the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) and the Republic of Türkiye. The operation, carried out by the Turkish Armed Forces in 1974, was initiated within the framework of Türkiye’s guarantee rights to ensure the safety of life and property of the Turkish Cypriot people. This date is celebrated nationwide in both the TRNC and Türkiye as the “20 July Peace and F

Waters in the Eastern Mediterranean are warming again. Israel explicitly defines Türkiye’s presence in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) as a threat and speaks of a contingency plan called “Poseidon.” What does this mean? Is the region on the brink of a new crisis? In this blog, we discuss what lies behind the scenes.Poseidon Plan? We Are Here!While Türkiye has positioned itself as a game-changer in the region through decisive actions, those unsettled by this rise are not standing i

The President of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC), Tufan Erhürman, undertook his first official foreign visit to Türkiye on 13 November 2025 at the invitation of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. During the visit, a ceremony was held at Anıtkabir, where Erhürman met with President Erdoğan, Speaker of the Grand National Assembly of Türkiye Numan Kurtulmuş, and Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan. The discussions addressed current developments regarding Türkiye-TRNC relations and the Cyprus i

The inauguration of the Republic Campus of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus was held on 3 May 2025 in Lefkoşa. The ceremony took place following the completion of the buildings of the Presidency of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus and the Republican Assembly; it was announced that other structures including the High Court the National Mosque and the National Garden would be brought into service in subsequent phases. The ceremony was attended by the President of Türkiye Recep Tayyip

Gazimağusa Port is located at the far end of the Gazimağusa Bay on the coast of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC). Throughout history, it has served as a vital gateway in Mediterranean trade. Due to its natural defensive advantages, military structures, urban fabric, and commercial heritage, the port holds a central role in both the economic and political history of the island.Gazimağusa PortHistorical DevelopmentThe name Gazimağusa emerged on the historical stage from the 10th cent

Rauf Raif Denktaş (b. 27 January 1924, Paphos – d. 13 January 2012, Nicosia) is the founding President of Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus and one of the most significant political leaders of the Turkish Cypriot community. He played a pivotal role in the struggle for the existence of Turkish Cypriots and led the establishment of the political structure of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. Throughout his political career, he defended the rights of the Turkish Cypriot people and particip