Stephanis: 'Cyprus is Ourselves' - 'Pride in ELDYK'

Former Chief of the Hellenic Army General Staff, Alkiviadis Stephanis, stated that Greece does not escalate tensions but implements its defense agreements in the Eastern Mediterranean and Cyprus. He emphasized the importance of Cyprus to Greece, describing it as an integral part of the Greek soul and highlighting the obligation to send soldiers to ELDYK. Stephanis commented on the contradiction between the pride of parents sending their children to ELDYK and the criticism of politicians questioning the presence of Greek forces in Cyprus, arguing that this criticism is counterproductive. His statement underscores the historical connection between Greece and Cyprus and Greece's commitment to the security of Cyprus.