US President Donald Trump highlights Cypriot energy strategy on Truth Social

On July 22, 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump shared an exclusive interview featuring Cyprus' Minister of Energy, Commerce, and Industry, Michalis Damianos, on his Truth Social platform. The interview, originally conducted by Breitbart News during the minister’s visit to the United States last month, focuses on the strategic importance of U.S. involvement in the Eastern Mediterranean's energy security and hydrocarbon development.

Minister Damianos described the President’s public endorsement as a significant development, noting that it reinforces the energy partnership between Cyprus, Greece, Israel, and the United States. He emphasized that the Cypriot government has received assurances, though not formal commitments, to proceed with its energy program, which includes the exploitation of hydrocarbons in its Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) and regional electrical interconnections. The minister further highlighted the role of American corporations, such as Exxon Mobil, in supporting these long-term energy objectives alongside partners like Egypt.

The minister stated that the current administration's approach under President Trump is vital for the future of the West and the stability of the Mediterranean region. The government of Cyprus intends to move forward with its planned energy exploration projects, supported by these high-level diplomatic acknowledgments.