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Cyprus Issue: How Serious is the President's Rhetoric?

Published January 4, 2026, 16:11
Cyprus Issue: How Serious is the President's Rhetoric?

The article examines the contradictions in President Christodoulides' policy regarding the Cyprus issue. While he states that resolving the issue is a top priority, his government appears to be escalating tensions with Turkey through trilateral cooperation with Greece and Israel. Discussions about deploying Israeli air defense systems to Cyprus have provoked reactions from Turkey, which warns of a fragile balance on the island. The author argues that Cyprus needs to adopt a more strategic and cautious approach, avoiding moves that exacerbate tensions with Turkey and undermine the chances of resolving the Cyprus issue.