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Hatzipantela: EU Should Show the Same Determination for Cyprus as for Ukraine

Published January 20, 2026, 15:27

MEP Michalis Hatzipantela called on the European Union to demonstrate the same determination and principles in the case of Cyprus as it did with Ukraine. He emphasized that Cyprus's assumption of the Presidency of the EU Council is a historic milestone for a small state, demonstrating its capabilities. At the same time, he pointed out that Cyprus is taking over the Presidency in a volatile geopolitical environment and that the continued division of the island remains an open wound and a factor of instability for the EU. Mr. Hatzipantela urged the EU to contribute to the resolution of the Cyprus issue based on international and European law.