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President Christodoulides Proposes Bases Discussion to Starmer, "Will Not Be Used in Offensive Operations"

Published March 21, 2026, 17:18
President Christodoulides Proposes Bases Discussion to Starmer, "Will Not Be Used in Offensive Operations"

The President of the Republic of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, had a telephone conversation with the British Prime Minister, as part of their regular contacts on geopolitical developments in the region. President Christodoulides emphasized Cyprus's role as a pillar of stability and a reliable partner, as well as the importance of strengthening cooperation with the United Kingdom. They discussed the need for coordinated initiatives to de-escalate the crisis and utilize multilateralism. President Christodoulides presented a proposal for discussions regarding the British Bases in Cyprus, while the British Prime Minister reiterated that the security of Cyprus is fundamental to the United Kingdom and pledged to strengthen preventative measures. He also assured that the British Bases will not be used in offensive military operations.