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Nicosia's Strategy Serves Reunification Goal, Says Deputy Government Spokesman

Published March 25, 2026, 14:21
Nicosia's Strategy Serves Reunification Goal, Says Deputy Government Spokesman

Deputy Government Spokesman Yannis Antoniou stated that Nicosia's strategy serves the highest priority of liberation and reunification of Cyprus, within the agreed framework and with respect for the negotiating acquis and the principles of the European Union. He stressed the firm commitment to restarting talks for a comprehensive solution to the Cyprus issue. Mr. Antoniou mentioned that the stance and commitment of the United Nations Secretary-General encourage the intensification of efforts to exploit every negotiating opportunity, with the aim of ending the unacceptable status quo. This is a duty to the fighters for freedom and the heroes honored on national anniversaries. These statements were made during a ceremonial speech delivered by Mr. Antoniou at the Holy Church of Apostle Andrew, as part of the celebrations of the national anniversaries of March 25, 1821, and April 1, 1955, in Polis Chrysochous. Mr. Antoniou emphasized the importance of preserving historical memory and paying tribute to the fighters for freedom, referring to the Greek Revolution of 1821 and the EOKA Liberation Struggle of 1955-1959 as pivotal events in the history of Cyprus.