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Nikos Anastasiades: Now is Not the Time to Raise the Issue of British Bases

Published March 7, 2026, 14:09
Nikos Anastasiades: Now is Not the Time to Raise the Issue of British Bases

Former President of the Republic of Cyprus, Nikos Anastasiades, stated that now is not the appropriate time to raise issues regarding the British Bases, given the current crisis in the wider region. He believes that any confrontation would be detrimental. At the same time, he emphasized the importance of shaping correct interstate relations with Britain, so that it assumes its responsibilities for the protection of Cyprus and its Bases. Referring to developments in the Middle East, Mr. Anastasiades stressed that Cyprus cannot be considered part of the crisis and called on the European Union to play an active role. Finally, he ruled out the possibility of Cyprus joining NATO, due to Turkey's veto, characterizing discussion on such a matter as pointless.