European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen joined Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides on a symbolic tour of Nicosia’s Green Line, highlighting EU support for reunification and Cyprus’s 2026 EU Council presidency.
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Greek Cypriot and Turkish Cypriot leaders met in the UN buffer zone in Nicosia and agreed to work toward an informal meeting with the UN Secretary-General to revive long-stalled reunification talks on the divided island.
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Turkish Cypriot academic and independent presidential hopeful Mehmet Hasgüler has shaken up the political scene…
U.S. lawmakers are calling on Secretary of State Marco Rubio to intervene in the case of five elderly Greek-Cypriots arrested in Turkish-occupied northern Cyprus. The detainees, accused of espionage while visiting their former properties in Trikomo, were taken into custody just hours before the anniversary of the 1974 Turkish invasion.
Greek FM Giorgos Gerapetritis says Greece will not be defined by Turkey’s reactions, stressing sovereignty in the Aegean, Libya, Cyprus, and beyond.
The United States, through Ambassador Julie S. Davis, expresses hope for progress in resuming Cyprus reunification talks, aligning with UN Security Council resolutions, following an informal meeting in New York.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen reaffirms the EU’s commitment to Cyprus’s reunification, aligning with UN resolutions and EU principles, as she pledges active support for UN-led negotiations ahead of a key conference in New York.
Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides unveiled an ambitious €1 billion investment plan on Monday to revitalize…
European Parliament President Roberta Metsola reaffirmed the EU’s commitment to supporting Cyprus’ reunification during a Wednesday debate, calling last month’s Geneva meeting a key step forward. While urging dialogue and diplomacy, she faced varied responses from MEPs—some demanding stronger EU action against Turkey’s occupation, others rejecting the bizonal, bicommunal federation model, as the path to a lasting solution remains contested.
Cyprus remains divided since Turkey’s 1974 invasion, and while recent UN-hosted talks between Greek and Turkish Cypriot leaders showed progress in confidence-building measures, deep disagreements persist. UN Secretary-General António Guterres is set to appoint an envoy to revive negotiations, but major issues—including territorial disputes and governance—continue to block a path toward reunification.
Mitsotakis Addresses Key Issues at EU Summit: Cyprus Talks, Defense, and Migration Take Center Stage
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis arrived at the European Council summit in Brussels on Thursday, highlighting critical agenda items including Cyprus reunification talks, European defense strategies, and immigration reforms. He welcomed the UN Secretary-General’s involvement in sustaining Cyprus discussions, praised the EU’s new defense fund and flexibility proposals aligning with Greek positions, and stressed the urgency of implementing a returns regulation to secure borders and expedite repatriations.
A high-stakes diplomatic dinner on the Cyprus issue, hosted by UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, concluded Monday night in Geneva, paving the way for a crucial plenary session on Tuesday. Key figures, including Cyprus Republic President Nikos Christodoulides and Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar, joined top diplomats from Greece, Turkey, the UK, and the EU to discuss the island’s future. With tensions simmering and hopes for reunification flickering, the coming talks could mark a turning point in the decades-long division of Cyprus—and a defining moment for Hellenic unity.
An informal five-party conference on the Cyprus issue will take place in Geneva on 17-18 March 2025, with official invitations extended by UN Secretary-General António Guterres. Cypriot President Nicos Christodoulides and Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis have confirmed their participation. The Cypriot government aims to achieve a positive outcome, focusing on the resumption of negotiations to address the long-standing Cyprus problem. Further details on the conference agenda will be announced in due course.
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During a meeting at the White House, President Joe Biden expressed optimism about the possibility of a reunified Cyprus founded on a bizonal, bicommunal federation. He assured President Nikos Christodoulides of the United States’ full support in achieving this goal. President Christodoulides, in turn, highlighted the importance of US assistance in recommencing negotiations aligned with United Nations Security Council resolutions and rooted in shared democratic values and human rights principles.
During her visit to Nicosia, Greek President Katerina Sakellaropoulou reaffirmed Greece’s support for the liberation and reunification of Cyprus, emphasising the “brotherly bonds” between the two nations. Marking the 64th anniversary of Cyprus’s independence, she highlighted the resilience of the Republic of Cyprus despite the 1974 Turkish invasion and ongoing division, pledging continued cooperation between Greece and Cyprus towards a unified future.
