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President Christodoulides on Turkish Provocations: “Particularly Worrying Situation – Safety of Farmers is Our Priority”,

Published January 6, 2026, 10:14
President Christodoulides on Turkish Provocations: “Particularly Worrying Situation – Safety of Farmers is Our Priority”,

President Christodoulides stressed the need to focus the discussion on the substance of the Cyprus issue, noting that Cyprus is ready for the expanded conference that will be called by the UN Secretary-General. At the same time, he stated that the situation is particularly worrying due to the ongoing Turkish provocations, and had communication with the head of UNFICYP. According to the President, the priority is the safety of farmers and those working in the dead zone. In addition, the President stated that Cyprus is fully prepared to take over the presidency of the EU Council, with the aim of strengthening the autonomy and European integration.