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UN Envoy expected in Cyprus in May

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UN Envoy expected in Cyprus in May

The UN Secretary-General’s Personal Envoy on Cyprus, Maria Angela Holguin Cuellar, will visit Cyprus in early May to discuss the next steps in negotiations with President Christodoulides. Before arriving in Cyprus, she will travel to Berlin, Paris, and Brussels. The government spokesman emphasized Cyprus’ commitment to resuming negotiations based on UN Security Council resolutions and the agreed framework. The EU summit’s conclusions reflect the goal of linking EU-Turkey relations with progress on the Cyprus issue, sending a message to the Turkish side about the potential for progress on issues of interest if there is corresponding progress on Cyprus.

Nicosia praises Euro-Turkish relations linked to Cyprob

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Nicosia praises Euro-Turkish relations linked to Cyprob

– The European Council reaffirmed its commitment to a comprehensive settlement of the Cyprus problem within the framework of the United Nations and relevant UN Security Council resolutions.
– The government of Cyprus achieved its goal of linking Euro-Turkish relations with the Cyprus problem.
– The EU is ready to play an active role in supporting the UN-led process for the Cyprus settlement talks.
– The European Council sent a powerful message to Turkey, urging constructive engagement in the Cyprus talks for progress in Euro-Turkish relations.
– The strategic discussion of Euro-Turkish relations was referred to the Committee of Permanent Representatives (COREPER) following proposals made by Nicosia during the Council.
– President Nikos Christodoulides and President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen will visit Lebanon on May 2 to discuss a package of additional economic support, the details of which are still under discussion.

‘Turkey trying to justify aggression toward Cyprus’

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‘Turkey trying to justify aggression toward Cyprus’

Turkey is following an ‘à la carte’ approach to UN Security Council resolutions, rejecting or branding them as obsolete when they do not align with its narrative, according to the Permanent Representative of Cyprus to the UN, Ambassador Maria Michael.

Israel’s Netanyahu vows victory after Iran strikes, fears of wider conflict grow

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Israel’s Netanyahu vows victory after Iran strikes, fears of wider conflict grow

Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that his country would achieve victory after the military successfully shot down almost all of the more than 300 drones and missiles launched by Iran. The attacks by Tehran, in response to an Israeli air strike in Damascus that killed officers of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, raised the threat of a wider regional conflict. Netanyahu posted on social media that “together we shall win,” and the Israeli military reported that over 99% of the Iranian drones and missiles were intercepted. Israel is considering a significant response to the attack, which has escalated tensions in the region.

Kombos: Cyprus ready for talks, Turkish side imposing conditions

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Kombos: Cyprus ready for talks, Turkish side imposing conditions

Fact: Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos stated that President Nikos Christodoulides is ready to start talks on the Cyprus problem immediately.

Government vows to continue Amalthea initiative following deadly attack

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Government vows to continue Amalthea initiative following deadly attack

The attack on members of the NGO World Central Kitchen has led to the suspension of the humanitarian aid delivery program to Gaza. Despite this setback, the government is determined to keep the initiative alive. President Christodoulides emphasized the importance of continuing to send aid to Gaza, calling for more efforts to assist the civilian population. The President also stressed the need for the EU to take action in the region. Metsola praised Cyprus’s leadership in the “Amalthea” initiative and highlighted the importance of protecting those providing humanitarian aid.

Situation in Gaza , ‘desperate’, as WCK suspends relief

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Situation in Gaza , ‘desperate’, as WCK suspends relief

World Central Kitchen suspended its operations in Gaza after seven of its aid workers were killed in an IDF strike. President Nikos Christodoulides stated that the maritime aid corridor will remain open despite the suspension.

A , ‘love of loneliness’ marks demands for two-state solution in Cyprus

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A , ‘love of loneliness’ marks demands for two-state solution in Cyprus

Fact: The Turkish Cypriot pro-solution camp believes that any new Cyprus negotiation process should have predetermined timeframes and clear consequences of failure to have a chance of success.

ANALYSIS-Russian veto points to ‘grim future’ for North Korea sanctions enforcement

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ANALYSIS-Russian veto points to ‘grim future’ for North Korea sanctions enforcement

Russia vetoed the renewal of the panel of experts monitoring UN sanctions against North Korea, signaling a grim future for sanctions enforcement. Russia and China have denied breaking sanctions and have blocked new measures at the UN Security Council. Russia’s veto highlights its deepening ties with North Korea and its violation of sanctions by buying conventional arms. The end of the panel could lead to more evidence of sanctions violations being released to the public. Russia’s veto suggests it does not want its illegal procurement of North Korean weapons to be reported. The US and South Korea have launched a task force to prevent North Korea from procuring illicit oil, particularly from Russia.

Guterres invites Tatar to New York meeting

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Guterres invites Tatar to New York meeting

Fact: United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has invited Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar to meet him in New York on April 5. Tatar was unable to travel to Brussels for a meeting, so the New York meeting was scheduled instead. Tatar will inform Guterres that he does not accept a federal solution to the Cyprus problem.