Diplomatic Relations of Cyprus and Turkey: The Agreement with Lebanon
December 7, 2025
Cyprus and Turkey are engaged in an ongoing diplomatic war, with Turkey attempting to block every Cypriot effort at the international level. Recently, Cyprus was able to sign an Exclusive Economic Zone delimitation agreement with Lebanon, a goal it had pursued for 18 years. Turkey had actively intervened to prevent this agreement, using various methods and influences within Lebanon. Despite the challenges, the Cypriot government ultimately succeeded in finalizing the agreement, demonstrating its persistence. This situation highlights the complexity of diplomatic relations in the region.