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President Christodoulides: Cyprus Security a Collective EU Responsibility

Published March 9, 2026, 09:13
President Christodoulides: Cyprus Security a Collective EU Responsibility

President Nikos Christodoulides stated that the security of Cyprus is a collective responsibility of the European Union, emphasizing that the upcoming visit of the leaders of Greece and France to the island demonstrates this message. He expressed his satisfaction with the response of EU member states and stressed the need for the EU to take responsibility for defending its borders. He also referred to a report about potential talks between Lebanon and Israel in Cyprus, stating that an official announcement will be made if a concrete outcome is reached. President Christodoulides spoke with the President of Lebanon regarding the matter.