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Ceremonies and an official parade marked the 43rd founding anniversary of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) and Republic Day on Nov. 15 in the capital, Nicosia.
The TRNC declared its independence on Nov. 15, 1983, and the date is celebrated each year as Republic Day.
The official parade took place on Dr. Fazil Kucuk Boulevard in Nicosia, a city on the island of Cyprus that serves as the capital of the TRNC.
Commandos affiliated with the Cyprus Turkish Peace Forces Command, the Turkish military force stationed in the north of the island, marched in the parade.
Military vehicles affiliated with the Cyprus Turkish Peace Forces Command and the Security Forces Command also took part, moving along the boulevard as part of the official program.
The Security Forces Command was represented in the parade alongside the Cyprus Turkish Peace Forces Command, with both groups contributing personnel and vehicles to the march.
Separate ceremonies were held in Nicosia during the day to celebrate the founding anniversary and Republic Day.
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