A survey conducted by the Centre for Migration, Identity and Rights (CMIRS) in June 2026 reveals that a significant majority of Turkish Cypriots advocate for a resolution to the Cyprus problem. Based on face-to-face interviews with 500 participants, the data indicates that 65.09% of respondents desire an agreement to end the island's long-standing division, while 59.96% consider the continuation of the current status quo unacceptable.

The findings identify a bi-communal, bi-zonal federation based on political equality as the most widely accepted model, supported by 75.94% of those surveyed. A potential confederation was viewed as an acceptable option by 61.37%, whereas a unitary state solution received only 25.95% support. Despite this preference for a federal model, the report highlights persistent, widespread concerns regarding security, the economy, and the practical implementation of any future agreement.

CMIRS director Mine Yucel noted that the survey, which is part of a recurring quarterly series, demonstrates significant social dissatisfaction regarding the unresolved nature of the Cyprus issue. The study also tracks broader societal trends, including political trust, social confidence, and public happiness, noting that the demand for a political breakthrough is deeply linked to ongoing economic and security anxieties.