Christodoulides' Speech at the UN and Its Impact on Turkish Diplomats
September 23, 2026
Maria Angela Olgin attended President Christodoulides' speech at the UN General Assembly. Turkish diplomats left the room during his address, which was directed at Erdogan. The Cypriot president stressed the need for Turkey to apply the Charter and highlighted the importance of a bizonal bicommunal federation. Expressing his willingness to resume negotiations, he stated that partition is unacceptable. He urged Turkish Cypriots to recognize their common future as a unique opportunity for prosperity.