Averof Neofytou and Tufan Erhurman Meet in New York

Former President of the Democratic Rally, Averof Neofytou, met with Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman in New York. The meeting was held at the request of Averof Neofytou and concerned “current issues and developments,” according to an announcement from the occupied territories. Averof Neofytou is in New York to represent the House of Representatives at the 2026 Parliamentary Hearing, co-organized by the Inter-Parliamentary Union and the United Nations. The Turkish Cypriot leader traveled to the US to meet with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres. The meeting took place during a critical period for the Cyprus issue, with negotiations for a solution remaining at a standstill. Observers believe that the meeting could be an attempt at informal communication and finding common ground. However, details of the meeting remain limited, and it is not yet clear whether it led to any specific progress. The meeting has generated interest and comment in Cypriot public opinion, with different views on its significance.