Turkey's Political Strategy Regarding the Cyprus Issue
May 9, 2026
Turkey is hindering the efforts of the UN Secretary-General regarding the Cyprus issue while simultaneously appearing positive. There are tensions in the buffer zone caused by the occupying army. President Christodoulides acknowledges the increased interest from the UN Secretary-General and links actions in the area to political developments. The goal is to hold an expanded conference for the resumption of talks. However, the President emphasizes that the main concern is the outcome of the negotiations rather than the timeline.