National council convenes to discuss cyprus issue developments

On June 22, 2026, President Nikos Christodoulides convened the newly formed National Council to discuss the latest developments regarding the Cyprus issue. The agenda included a briefing on the President's recent meetings in Brussels with European Council President Antonio Costa and his discussions with the UN Secretary-General's personal envoy, Maria Angela Holguin. Key topics addressed were the EU's active role in the peace process, UN Secretary-General Guterres' goal for a new initiative, and Turkey's interests regarding EU relations. The session marked the first meeting of the Council under its new composition following recent parliamentary elections, now including representatives from the Alma movement and Direct Democracy. President Christodoulides also invited leaders of parties that lost parliamentary representation to ensure broad briefing during this critical juncture. Plans for a new expanded UN-led conference were central to the discussions. The meeting also addressed the expected appointment of a new EU envoy for Cyprus.