Tatar First TRNC President to Visit Australia

Tatar welcomed in Melbourne - Australia

President Ersin Tatar made history by becoming the first TRNC President to visit Australia, BRTK reported yesterday.  His visit was part of the efforts to celebrate the 80th anniversary of Turkish Cypriot culture and traditions in Australia, attending festivals and events aimed at preserving their heritage. Tatar’s journey commenced in Melbourne, where he was warmly […]

GPS Malfunction Raises Concerns at Ercan Airport

Airplane - wheels down

The nightmarish moments experienced during the Istanbul-Ercan flight once again revealed the fragility of air security. Mustafa Sofi, the Director of the Civil Aviation Authority, addressed the ongoing GPS issues at Ercan Airport, stating, “We currently lack a prognosis for when the issue will be resolved, as similar problems persist in the South as well”, […]

Arrested for Selling Duty-Free Cigarettes

Illegal sale of cigarettes and vapes

Following operations conducted by police and customs teams in Nicosia and Boğazköy, two individuals were arrested for possessing duty-free cigarettes, electronic cigarettes, and electronic hookahs, Yeniduzen reports.  According to a statement from the Police Press Office, at around 3pm yesterday, a check was conducted by Police and Customs and Revenue Department teams at a market […]

Drunk Driver Crashes in Nicosia: No Injuries

Traffic Accident - Nicosia

A traffic accident occurred this morning on the north Nicosia bypass, Yeniduzen reports.  A drunk driver lost control of his vehicle, crossed the concrete barrier, and was able to stop only after hitting a dirt embankment. There were no injuries in the accident, but the driver was arrested. The accident happened at around 6.30a m […]

Fire in Alevkayası Now Extinguished

North Cyprus News - Alevkayasi Fire

The fire which broke out yesterday in the southern region of Alevkayası has been extinguished, and cooling efforts are still underway, Yeniduzen reports.  According to information provided by the police this morning, the fire began yesterday at approximately 1.30pm and was difficult to put out due to the rugged and steep terrain.  The fire was […]