Archbishop Georgios states fundamental rights in Cyprus should not be negotiated

On June 30, 2026, Archbishop Georgios of Cyprus addressed the ongoing efforts to resolve the Cyprus issue. During an interview on the Proino Dromologio radio program, he emphasized that the Greek Cypriot side must strictly adhere to the principles of international law, human rights, and the core values of the European Union. The Archbishop specifically argued that fundamental human rights should not be subject to any negotiation process. Addressing recent rhetoric from Turkey regarding a potential two-state solution, he expressed the view that this position might be utilized by Turkey as a tactical leverage in negotiations rather than a fixed objective. He insisted that the island's resolution must remain grounded in established legal and democratic frameworks.