EOKA Terror Group Attack From South Cyprus

A serious security incident unfolded in Cyprus after individuals linked to the EOKA terror group carried out an ആക്രമation against civilians in Northern Cyprus. The attack reportedly originated from South Cyprus, where groups had gathered to mark the anniversary of EOKA’s founding on April 1—a date historically associated with heightened tensions on the island. According to official reports, civilians sitting in a public park at Yiğitler Bastion in Nicosia were targeted with stones, sticks, and improvised explosive devices. The location lies close to the buffer zone, an area monitored by international forces, raising serious concerns over security lapses. Attack Escalates With Explosives Eyewitness accounts and official statements indicate that the assailants approached the borderline area from South Cyprus and began hurling projectiles toward unarmed civilians. The use of improvised explosive devices significantly escalated the severity of the incident, increasing the risk of mass casualties. Security intervention by Turkish military units stationed in the region, alongside Northern Cyprus police forces, forced the attackers to withdraw. Reports confirm that some members of the attacking group were masked, suggesting a degree of premeditation. Despite the intensity of the assault, authorities confirmed that no civilians were injured, though officials emphasized that the outcome could … Continue reading EOKA Terror Group Attack From South Cyprus