"Condemnation from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to Biden, message to Trump."

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned the decision published yesterday by the United States, which designated the Greek Cypriot Administration (GCA) as a suitable country for arms sales and military training.

"WE CONDEMN THE DECISION"

In a statement made on the official website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, it was stated, "We condemn the decision published yesterday by the United States, which designated the GCA as a suitable country for arms sales and military training. We share the recorded views expressed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) on this matter."

"WE CONSIDER IT A GRAVE MISTAKE"

The statement emphasized that the decision, which will increase the arms activities on the island, is considered a mistake, stating, "We consider this decision, which will increase the arms activities on the island, a grave mistake. Given that our region is going through an extremely sensitive period, all relevant parties must avoid provocative steps and act with common sense."

MESSAGE TO TRUMP

The statement indicated that they expect the new administration to be established in the United States to reverse the decision made, saying, "We expect the new administration of the United States, which will take office shortly, to reverse this erroneous step taken by the current President. As the motherland and guarantor state Turkey, we will continue to support the steps that the TRNC will take to enhance its defense and deterrence capabilities."

U.S. PRESIDENTIAL DECISION

U.S. President Joe Biden had issued a decision allowing the GCA to receive "defense materials and services" from the U.S. under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961. In a statement from the White House regarding the matter, it was stated, "Providing defense materials and services to the GCA will strengthen the security of the U.S. and support world peace."