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Cyprus Receives Support and Message of European Solidarity from Macron-Mitsotakis

Published March 9, 2026, 14:09
Cyprus Receives Support and Message of European Solidarity from Macron-Mitsotakis

President Christodoulides, Prime Minister Mitsotakis, and President Macron met at Andreas Papandreou Air Base and expressed their unity and solidarity with Cyprus. Christodoulides thanked Greece and France for their prompt response and substantial support, emphasizing that the security of Cyprus is inextricably linked to the security of Europe. Macron stated that an attack on Cyprus is an attack on Europe and that defending Cyprus is vital for France and the EU. Mitsotakis highlighted the strong historical ties between the countries and assured that Cyprus will not be left alone. The leaders also referred to the response from Italy and Spain, emphasizing the importance of European solidarity and unity in the face of potential threats. The need to make it clear that every piece of European territory is inviolable was also underscored.