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AKEL Accuses Kombos of 'Admiration' for Trump: 'Disrespectful to Cyprus'

Published February 12, 2026, 17:25
AKEL Accuses Kombos of 'Admiration' for Trump: 'Disrespectful to Cyprus'

AKEL has accused Foreign Minister Kostas Kombos of 'admiration' and 'flattery' towards Donald Trump, describing his statements as shameful and politically problematic. AKEL criticizes Mr. Kombos for his laudatory reference to Trump and the invitation he extended to him to Cyprus, while accusing him of ignoring the negative consequences of Trump's policies on the global stage. AKEL emphasizes that the Christodoulides government is following a policy of alignment with the US and Trump, disregarding the consequences for Cyprus and its struggle for international law. It points out that the government shows sensitivity to international law in cases such as the war in Ukraine, but not when it concerns the US and Israel. AKEL stresses that the most effective weapon of Cyprus is international law and UN resolutions, and warns that 'flattering' Trump will not bring the desired results. It concludes that the government's stance does not honor Cyprus and its dignity.