"We are closely monitoring any developments that could pose a threat to the security of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC)," sources within the Turkish Ministry of National Defense stated while commenting on claims that France will sell arms to the Republic of Cyprus (Greek Cyprus), Paralel.Az's Türkiye correspondent reports.

"We are closely monitoring any developments that could disrupt the balance on the island of Cyprus and threaten the security of the TRNC. Similar promises of assistance were previously given to the Greek Cypriot Administration of Southern Cyprus. Türkiye, as in the past, will continue today and in the future to take all necessary military and political measures under the framework of guarantee and alliance agreements to ensure the safety, peace, and prosperity of the Turkish Cypriots and to protect the rights and interests of the TRNC, whatever the cost."