On July 22, 2026, President of the Republic of Cyprus Nikos Christodoulides addressed an anti-occupation event in the district of Kyrenia, held at the Makedonitissa Tomb. During his speech, he reiterated his government's commitment to achieving a viable, functional, and resilient solution to the long-standing Cyprus problem that ensures security and prosperity for all legal residents of the country.

Christodoulides highlighted the severe consequences of the 1974 Turkish invasion, noting that the district of Kyrenia has been under occupation for 52 years. He addressed the Turkish government and the Turkish Cypriot leadership directly, stating that a settlement is possible if there is sufficient political will. The President emphasized that such a resolution would benefit all parties involved, both within and outside of Cyprus, by creating conditions where residents can live and work freely in any part of the island.

The event served as a commemoration of the affected communities and refugee organizations from the Kyrenia region. The President's remarks underscore the ongoing diplomatic efforts to address the territorial division of the island, which has remained a primary focus of his administration's foreign and domestic policy.