President Christodoulides Proposes Negotiations
October 19, 2026
President Nikos Christodoulides suggests the start of negotiations with Tufan Erhiyurman and Maria Angela Olguin. Erhiyurman is requesting acceptance of rotating presidency before any talks can progress. Christodoulides emphasizes that the willingness for a solution will be evident through the resumption of negotiations. He mentions that his proposals were conveyed verbally and not submitted in writing. Additionally, he highlights that specific issues, such as the fenced-off city of Varosha, are part of the discussion.