Any agreement forcing either Ukraine or Denmark to cede territory would be unacceptable, as it would set a dangerous precedent, Cypriot officials have said, according to Politico.
In reports following a visit to Cyprus by the College of Commissioners and briefings of foreign correspondents by the EU Council Presidency, Politico noted that Cypriot officials strongly backed both Ukraine and Greenland.
Warning against dangerous precedents
“We are the only EU member state under foreign occupation, and we understand Ukraine… far better than any other member state,” said President Nikos Christodoulides.
Foreign Minister Konstantinos Kompos added: “The sovereignty and territorial integrity of a member state is something we naturally take very seriously.”
“Cypriot officials repeatedly insisted that any agreement compelling Ukraine or Denmark to accept land concessions would be unacceptable due to the precedent it would set,” Politico reported. “One official warned it would open Pandora’s box that would not stop with Ukraine.”
Ongoing occupation
The outlet also highlighted remarks by Deputy Minister for European Affairs, Marilena Raouna, regarding the flag of the Turkish-occupied area seen on the Pentadaktylos mountains.
“It is a tangible example of occupation on European soil,” she said, adding that it constitutes “a form of psychological warfare and a constant reminder of the occupation for Cypriots.” She noted the flag’s placement ensures it is “the first thing Cypriots and others see when entering the capital.”
Hope for reunification
Politico noted that some Cypriots expressed hope that the Presidency could strengthen efforts for reunification, particularly following the election of moderate Tufan Erhürman as the leader of the Turkish Cypriot community in October.
The report also covered Cyprus’ ongoing push to join the Schengen Area by year-end. President Christodoulides stated on Wednesday evening that the country is ready. “We look forward to seeing further substantial progress and a successful conclusion in 2026,” he said, noting that the main challenge remains the “Green Line.”