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Schoinas: The European Defense 'is written' in Cyprus

Published March 6, 2026, 17:14
Schoinas: The European Defense 'is written' in Cyprus

Former European Commission Vice-President Margaritis Schoinas argues that the concentration of European naval forces in the Eastern Mediterranean to protect Cyprus marks the 'birth certificate' of a future European defense. According to Mr. Schoinas, the crisis in the Middle East acts as an accelerator for European integration in the field of security, with Cyprus at the center of these developments. He also urged Cyprus to seek NATO membership, believing it is the right time to strengthen stability in Southeastern Europe. President of the Republic of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, expressed a positive attitude towards Cyprus's accession to NATO, but stressed that the current political conditions, due to Turkey's position, do not allow for an immediate application. At the same time, Cyprus is proceeding with preparatory work at military, operational and administrative levels, so that it is ready to submit an application when conditions permit. Mr. Schoinas estimated that Cyprus's accession to NATO would strengthen transatlantic relations in the Middle East region. He expressed the view that a quick application for membership could make it difficult for those who might attempt to block it, emphasizing the importance of timing and circumstances in politics. Overall, the discussion focuses on the need to strengthen European defense and the security of Cyprus, with NATO membership being presented as a possible solution to achieve these goals, despite the political difficulties that exist.

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