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President Christodoulides: Escalation in EU-US Relations is Harmful to All

Published January 22, 2026, 19:09
President Christodoulides: Escalation in EU-US Relations is Harmful to All

The President of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, stated that an escalation in EU-US relations is detrimental to all parties involved. Upon his arrival at the informal European Council in Brussels, he emphasized the importance of avoiding escalation and respecting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Denmark. He expressed his belief that Ukraine will also be discussed at the council, given recent developments. Christodoulides reiterated Cyprus' commitment to promoting the EU's strategic autonomy in areas such as defense, energy, and competitiveness, believing that the current situation confirms the correctness of this approach. He does not believe that EU-US relations have suffered irreparable damage.