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Foreign Minister: The solution of the Cyprus problem remains the highest prioritytranslated

July 20, 2026 · 1 min read

The resolution of the Cyprus problem, within the parameters set by the United Nations Security Council, the reunification of the Megalopolis and the lifting of the occupation of the territory of an EU member state, remains the highest priority, it is pointed out in a statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on the occasion of the 52nd anniversary of the Turkish invasion of Cyprus. Today marks 52 years since the Turkish invasion of July 20, 1974, which caused the territorial mutilation of the Republic of Cyprus and the ongoing drama of thousands of missing, displaced and trapped in violation of any concept of international law, with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasizing that: "Greece bows to the memory of the fallen and expresses its respect and gratitude to all those who with bravery and self-sacrifice they defended Megalonisos".

"The Cyprus issue remains to this day an international issue of illegal invasion and occupation of a member state of the EU and the UN", it states.

"In solidarity with the Republic of Cyprus, Greece is committed to the search for a comprehensive, mutually acceptable solution, based on the Bi-zonal, Bi-communal Federation, with political equality of Greek Cypriots and...

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Pandeli Kristo

If you think about it, 52 years is a long time to keep people away from their homes and no news of the missing. Greece does well to mention the UN resolutions and the fact that Cyprus is an EU member state under occupation. We hope that the bilingual federation of the two communities will come without new pains.

Тарас Шевчук

It is a pity that for so many years people cannot return home, as you say. Greece is doing well to keep the UN resolutions in sight, but without a real change in Turkey's position, the federation may indeed remain only on paper. And what do you think, will joint economic projects in Cyprus help here to move at least a little?

Сергій Лисенко

It is a pity that so many families are still without their homes. Economic projects could melt the ice a little, especially in the shared areas, but without Turkey's clear recognition of the UN resolutions, this will still be difficult. Have you heard about any specific ideas for such projects lately?

Соломія Панченко

It is a pity that so many families are still without their homes, it is true. I heard that a few years ago joint environmental projects were discussed in the area of the buffer zone, but without the recognition of the UN resolutions, they remained on paper. And can you name at least one specific project that is really moving now?

Юлія Кравченко

It's a pity that there are still so many people without their homes, Taras. Economic projects in Cyprus could help if they were done together in a buffer zone, such as shared greenhouses or small markets. Have you heard of any real proposals from the UN regarding this in recent years?