TRNC President Erhurman hospitalized after falling ill

Turkish Cypriot President Tufan Erhurman was taken to hospital on Friday after falling ill during an event at the former Presidential Palace in the capital, Nicosia.

He was transported by ambulance to the Cardiology Department at Dr. Burhan Nalbantoglu State Hospital, where doctors admitted him for precautionary examinations.

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Presidency cites low blood pressure

The Presidency announced that Erhurman became unwell after experiencing low blood pressure while attending the event at the former presidential building.

Officials said his overall condition is good, adding that he remains under observation as further medical tests and evaluations continue.

The President of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC), Tufan Erhurman (L), meets with U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres in New York City, United States, on February 11, 2026. (AA Photo)

Who is Tufan Erhurman?

Erhurman, 55, has served as president of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) since October 2025 after defeating incumbent Ersin Tatar in the presidential election.

Before taking office, he led the Republican Turkish Party (CTP) from 2016 to 2025 and previously served as prime minister between 2018 and 2019.

He also took part in Cyprus reunification negotiations between 2008 and 2010 and has long advocated a federal solution to the Cyprus issue.

July 10, 2026 10:48 PM GMT+03:00