KKTC Coast Guard Command

The KKTC Coast Guard Command (Turkish: KKTC Sahil Güvenlik Komutanlığı) is a military force responsible for defending the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus against any attack from the sea. The command was established in 1976, although some sources suggest it was re-established or reorganized in 1992.

Responsibilities

The KKTC Coast Guard Command is affiliated with the Security Forces Command and serves as an armed law enforcement agency in the coastal areas of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. It is the only element of the Security Forces Command at sea, responsible for defending against all kinds of attacks that may come from the sea.

Equipment

While specific details about the command's equipment are not provided in the available sources, it can be inferred that the KKTC Coast Guard Command has access to various naval assets and resources necessary for its duties.

Organization

The Security Force Commander is the head of the KKTC Coast Guard Command, overseeing all operations and activities related to coastal defense. The command is part of the broader North Cyprus military structure, which includes other commands such as the Aviation Union Command and Private Task Force Command.

See also

* Security Forces Command
* TRNC Special Task Force Command
* Directorate General for Police
* Cyprus Turkish Peace Force Command
* Military of Northern Cyprus