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Eurovision 2025: Turkey Considers EBU Complaint Over Greece’s Entry “Asteromata”

Turkey’s public broadcaster TRT is reportedly considering filing a complaint with the EBU over Greece’s Eurovision 2025 entry, *Asteromata*. Despite Greek singer Klaudia stating that the song is about displaced people due to wars and conflicts, Turkish sources suspect it references the Pontic Genocide. The controversy highlights ongoing historical tensions between Greece and Turkey, as the genocide is officially recognized by some countries but denied by Turkey.

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Cyprus Appoints Special Envoy for Middle East Religious Minorities, Garnering US Support

Cyprus has appointed Thessalia Salina Shambos as Special Representative for religious minorities in the Middle East, a move welcomed by the incoming Trump administration. This initiative aims to protect Christian communities and promote humanitarian aid, leveraging Cyprus’s unique position in the region and its upcoming EU presidency. The appointment underscores the growing strategic partnership between the US and Cyprus on issues of religious freedom and regional stability.