Cyprus's Participation in the Gaza Summit
October 15, 2025
Turkey attempted to exclude the Republic of Cyprus from participating in the Gaza summit in Sharm El-Sheikh, where a peace agreement was signed. Despite these efforts, President Christodoulides attended the ceremony, showcasing Cyprus's recognized role in the region. The Republic of Cyprus received invitations from both the U.S. President and the Egyptian President, despite opposition from certain countries, including Turkey. Notably, recent diplomatic activities from Nicosia played a part in securing this invitation. The Foreign Minister, Konstantinos Kombos, had recently traveled to several countries in the region, which contributed to this opportunity.