CHRISTODOULIDES' PROPOSAL ON EU-TURKEY RELATIONS AND THE CYPRUS ISSUE
December 11, 2025
President Christodoulides is trying to apply pressure regarding EU-Turkey relations and the Cyprus issue by proposing an approach through NATO. In an interview, he mentioned that Cyprus's inclusion in the Partnership for Peace program could lead to positive developments in EU-Turkey relations. His proposal targets Ankara and emphasizes the need for steps from Turkey. Diplomats are concerned about rising tensions as Cyprus assumes the EU presidency, while Christodoulides claims Turkey was excluded from the EU's security program due to its own failures. He expresses willingness to invite Erdoğan for discussions.