 They also trained for unconventional operations, such as sabotage, ambushes etc.The Turkish forces included the Turkish Regiment in Cyprus (KTKA), of 1,000 men (nominal 650), organized in two groups, one in Günyeli and one in Ortakoy.The main force of the Greek Cypriots was the National Guard, created in the aftermath of the 1963–1964 intercommunal violence.