Turkish violations with drones, fighters, and even submarines: Cyprus complains to UN about 659 incidents in 2 months

The Republic of Cyprus has officially reported 659 military violations by Turkey to the United Nations, covering June and July 2026. In a letter to the UN Secretary-General, Permanent Representative Maria Michael detailed 626 airspace and 33 maritime infringements, including the use of drones, fighter jets, and submarines. Nicosia emphasizes that these actions violate international law and undermine ongoing efforts to restart negotiations for a comprehensive settlement of the Cyprus issue.