Support for Nikos Christodoulides' Call to Return to Negotiation Table

According to reports from Politis and other newspapers, the statements by Christodoulides, Government Spokesperson Konstantinos Letimbiotis, and several political parties were highlighted in light of the 50th anniversary of the Turkish invasion of Cyprus.

Politis newspaper reported under the headline “President Ready to Return to Negotiation Table Even Tomorrow,” detailing Christodoulides’ recent declaration. He emphasized that a resolution to the Cyprus issue, based on an agreed framework, negotiation achievements, and the principles of the European Union—of which Cyprus is a member and will remain a member post-solution—should be pursued, stating his readiness to engage in talks at any time.

Christodoulides also stressed the necessity of internal unity to achieve these goals and reiterated the condemnation of the ongoing occupation and the crimes committed on the island.

Reactions from Political Parties

The newspaper further noted the reactions from various Greek Cypriot political parties:

• DISY: The party expressed support for any efforts aimed at finding a solution based on an agreed framework and overcoming the current deadlock. They called on the UN, EU, and international community to focus on the liberation and reunification of the country, emphasizing adherence to international law and human rights.

• AKEL: AKEL endorsed the resumption of negotiations based on the Guterres Framework and the abolition of any intervention rights. They criticized Turkey for allegedly exploiting the coup attempt to gain approval from the US-NATO and subsequently initiating the second phase of the invasion, which resulted in the occupation of 37% of Cyprus.

• DIKO: The party made it clear that the Greek Cypriot people would never accept a solution that legitimizes the occupation or establishes a two-state solution or a confederation.

These positions reflect the ongoing debate and varying perspectives within the Greek Cypriot community regarding the future of Cyprus and the terms under which negotiations should proceed.