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EU Pledges Support for Cyprus Reunification as Parliament Debates Path Forward

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.

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Supreme Court of Cyprus to Rule on Citizenship Rights of Settler Children

A landmark case before the Supreme Court of Cyprus is set to decide if children born to Turkish settlers and Turkish Cypriots are entitled to Cypriot citizenship. The case, involving a 46-year-old woman denied citizenship due to her father’s illegal entry, could affect thousands of individuals with similar backgrounds. The ruling may have significant political and legal ramifications for Cyprus, where citizenship remains a contentious issue tied to the island’s division.

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Greek President Sakellaropoulou Reaffirms Support for Cyprus Liberation and Reunification

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.