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Cyprus on Standby for Evacuation of European Citizens

Published March 1, 2026, 12:10
Cyprus on Standby for Evacuation of European Citizens

President Christodoulides held a telephone conversation with the President of the European Council, exchanging views on developments in the wider region. The Republic of Cyprus is in constant communication with the EU and its partners, closely monitoring regional developments and assessing their impact. Discussions focused on the potential for humanitarian assistance from Cyprus, including the possible facilitation of the safe evacuation of European and third-country nationals from the region, if necessary. The government remains on standby to play an active role in a potential humanitarian crisis.