It has been claimed that flights from Russia will start to the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, which is not recognized by any country in the world and therefore there are no direct flights.
Poland, Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia have recently closed their borders to Russian citizens due to the Russia-Ukraine war that has been going on since February.
And this is not the first sanction against Russia…
Russia, which nearly 40 countries have closed their airspace since the first day of the war, responded with gas and coal restrictions.
There is no one who accepts its existence outside of Turkey.
However, there are countries that have not suffered the wrath of Russia.
One of them is Turkey…
Supporting both Ukraine and Russia only to end the war, Turkey also made efforts to resolve some crises besides mutual dialogues.
While the world appreciates this stance; There is one more development that Turkey wants and expects.
He is also a member of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus.Recognition of its wealth in the world outside of Turkey.
Direct flights from Russia to TRNC begin
Addressing the world from the rostrum of the United Nations General Assembly yesterday President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan reiterated his call and “Recognize the TRNC officially.” said.
Not long after this request, an important development took place…
Accordingly, direct flights from Russia to the TRNC will begin.
In fact, the first flight will be brought to the opening of the new Ercan Airport on November 15 with the participation of President Erdogan.
It will pave the way for official recognition
This development will also pave the way for the TRNC to be officially recognized in the international arena.
Russian commercial flights will very soon operate directly between Russia and the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, possibly via a tour operator.
On the other hand, the Russian government also “It is possible” gave.
In the meantime, a final decision has not been reached between Turkey and Russia yet and the negotiations are continuing.
“Such a development would be a very important step for the TRNC”
TRNC President Ersin Tatar’s views on the subject also prove the accuracy of this development.
Tatar, “In the context of Turkey’s balance policy, we welcome it if it happens with Russia. Such a development would be a very important step for the TRNC, this is how recognition begins, the important thing is economic movements.” says.
“There is no legal obstacle, we are ready”
Asked for his views on the important development, TRNC Minister of Transport, Erhan Arıklı, said: “Russia needs a port in the region, we are ready. There is no legal obstacle in front of him, the plane that takes off from Moscow can land in the TRNC. The Greek lobby is active, they are trying to prevent it. Ercan Airport can be taken as a domestic airport.” said.