Turkey Delays Developments in the Cyprus Issue
July 12, 2026
Turkey is attempting to delay developments in the Cyprus issue while keeping discussions open. Turkish officials are reviewing others' proposals before revealing their own. The EU shows reluctance to make unrestrained concessions to Turkey without discussions first. After the NATO summit, Turkey feels strengthened, having secured defense agreements and investing in geopolitical relations. The UN and the EU are working to link the Cyprus issue with EU-Turkey matters.