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Russian Newspaper: Cyprus Will Contribute to Ukraine Peace Talks

Published February 18, 2026, 09:30

Cyprus will contribute to peace talks for Ukraine, according to statements by the Chairman of the House Foreign and European Affairs Committee, Haris Georgiades, published in the Russian newspaper “Izvestia”. Mr. Georgiades stressed the need for an immediate end to the conflict and Cyprus's willingness to contribute in any way possible. The newspaper notes that President Christodoulides has called on the EU to start a dialogue with Vladimir Putin. Cyprus holds the Presidency of the Council of the EU from January 1st, giving it an important role in coordinating EU policy. Voices in the EU are growing in favor of dialogue with Russia.