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Not a word for those who don’t cross for food or shopping?

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Not a word for those who don’t cross for food or shopping?

The European Commission marked the 20th anniversary of the Regulation for trade through the Green Line, which began in 2003. The author of the column finds the Commission’s reference to Greek and Turkish Cypriots crossing the Green Line for shopping and cultural visits insulting. The author emphasizes that the experience of crossing to the occupied territories is a profound and emotional one, far beyond just shopping or tourism. The European Commission’s lack of understanding and acknowledgment of the emotional significance of this event is criticized.

‘European Parliament will never accept a two-state solution’

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‘European Parliament will never accept a two-state solution’

The fact described in the text is that the EU will continue to support efforts for a Cyprus solution, with the heads of the EU commission and parliament representations on the island expressing their commitment to this goal.

Learning to live together

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Learning to live together

The Hehe culture in China promotes harmonious coexistence among young and old, locals, and foreigners. In Cyprus, civic projects also aim to establish peace and cooperation, with initiatives like the Home for Cooperation bringing citizens from across the island’s divide together for culture, art, and education.

Georgian police disperse protesters as parliament approves ‘foreign bill’ second reading

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Georgian police disperse protesters as parliament approves ‘foreign bill’ second reading

Georgia’s parliament approved a bill on “foreign agents” that requires organizations receiving more than 20% of their funding from abroad to register as agents of foreign influence. The bill has caused a political crisis in Georgia, leading to large protests in the country. President Zourabichvili advised protesters to focus on the upcoming election to change the government. The bill has been criticized as being inspired by Russian laws used to suppress dissent. The European Union has condemned the violence in Georgia, and the bill could affect Georgia’s integration into the EU. Police used tear gas and stun grenades to clear protesters outside parliament. The bill must pass one more vote before becoming law.

Cyprus celebrates 20 years in the EU

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Cyprus celebrates 20 years in the EU

President Nikos Christodoulides and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen planted an olive tree to honor Cyprus’ 20 years in the EU, lauding the accession as a diplomatic success.

Turkish Cypriot side hits out on Cyprus, ’ EU accession

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Turkish Cypriot side hits out on Cyprus, ’ EU accession

The Turkish Cypriot side criticized Cyprus’ induction into the EU, calling it an unjust and historic mistake.

Find out everything you need to know about the elections through the elections.gov.cy website

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Find out everything you need to know about the elections through the elections.gov.cy website

The electronic service “What I Vote” is now available on the website elections.gov.cy. It allows citizens to learn about upcoming elections they are eligible to vote in and the number of votes they have. On May 10th, the “Where to Vote” online service will be launched after the voter allocation process at polling stations is completed.