Calls for intensified European Union involvement in Cyprus issue

In a statement released on September 10, 2026, critics of current diplomatic approaches addressed the ongoing Cyprus issue, arguing that international powers including the US, NATO, and Britain have prioritized their own geostrategic interests over regional peace. The statement characterizes the situation in Cyprus as a direct consequence of illegal invasion, occupation, and foreign interference.

The document demands that the European Union move beyond its current role as an observer to become a primary actor in the negotiations. It calls for the EU to leverage its mechanisms and legal framework to exert pressure on Turkey, which is described as an accession candidate, to pursue a solution that is functional and aligned with international law. The proposed solution rejects the concept of a 'bizonal' framework or the formation of 'two constituent states,' advocating instead for a unified, independent, and demilitarized Republic of Cyprus.

This position emphasizes that the resolution of the Cyprus problem must not be dictated by external powers historically involved in the conflict. The future status of the island remains a central point of political contention, with calls for Turkey to demonstrate genuine political will to resolve the decades-long crisis through adherence to European standards.