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Simos Angelidis on the Status of British Bases and Renegotiation

Published March 20, 2026, 20:10
Simos Angelidis on the Status of British Bases and Renegotiation

Legal expert Simos Angelidis discussed the status of British Bases in Cyprus and the possibility of renegotiation on SIGMA. He highlighted that the conclusions of the European Council represent a positive development, as they mark the first clear reference and official intention of the Republic of Cyprus to open a dialogue on the issue. Mr. Angelidis emphasized that collective European support increases the chances of a positive outcome, as the negotiation will have greater leverage. He also noted that the issue is framed within the context of developments in international law. Finally, he explained that the term 'sovereign British bases' originates from the initial agreements and establishment treaties.