Cyprus Times

Erhurman Insists on Political Equality for Cyprus Solution

Published January 26, 2026, 09:11
Erhurman Insists on Political Equality for Cyprus Solution

The Turkish Cypriot leader, Erhurman, stated that the biggest obstacle to a solution in Cyprus is the Greek Cypriot side's refusal to accept political equality. He argued that political equality is the first and fundamental point for starting meaningful negotiations, as he does not want negotiations for the sake of negotiations, but for achieving a solution. Erhurman reiterated his position, emphasizing that there is nothing new in his statements and that he was simply repeating what he said during the elections. Local Turkish Cypriot newspapers noted that Erhurman's stance resembles Tatar's refusal to engage in talks, citing the two-state solution. Erhurman clarified that he desires negotiations for a solution, but not without the acceptance of political equality, a position that has sparked reactions and led him to further explanations.