Tension in Cyprus as Rum Sabotages Border Opening Proposal Ahead of March Summit
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February 20, 2025 05:30
cyprus - Cyprus faces tension as Greek Cypriots sabotage the proposal to open new border crossings ahead of the March summit in Switzerland.
Cyprus Border Tension
Greek Cypriots hinder the opening of new border crossings proposed by TRNC before the upcoming Cyprus summit in Geneva.
Rum Leader's Opposition
Rum leader Hristodulidis opposes TRNC President Tatar's proposal for 2 new crossings, demanding a transit passage instead.
Background
UN Secretary-General supports easing daily life for Turkish and Greek Cypriots by opening new border crossings, but Greek Cypriot leader's resistance creates obstacles.
Critical Meeting in Geneva
Foreign ministers of guarantor countries to attend crucial UN-hosted meeting between Turkish and Greek Cypriot leaders in March in Geneva.