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Hatzipantelas Calls for EU to Show Same Resolve for Cyprus as for Ukraine

Published January 20, 2026, 15:08
Hatzipantelas Calls for EU to Show Same Resolve for Cyprus as for Ukraine

MEP Michalis Hatzipantelas addressed the European Parliament plenary session during the presentation of the priorities of the Cypriot Presidency of the Council of the EU, emphasizing the need for the EU to demonstrate the same determination in the case of Cyprus as it does in Ukraine. He highlighted that Cyprus's assumption of the Presidency is a historic milestone, demonstrating the capabilities and credibility of its people. At the same time, he acknowledged the unstable geopolitical environment and raised the issue of the division of Cyprus, characterizing it as an open wound and a factor of instability for the EU due to the Turkish invasion of 1974. Mr. Hatzipantelas concluded that resolving the Cyprus issue requires unwavering commitment and contribution from the EU, based on international and European law.