Greek Foreign Minister discusses Cyprus issue with UN Secretary-General in New York

Greek Foreign Minister Giorgos Gerapetritis met with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres in New York to address the evolving Cyprus issue. Gerapetritis emphasized the importance of maintaining the momentum gained during Guterres’ tenure and called for official discussions on the substantive aspects of the problem. He stressed that UN Security Council resolutions must be respected by all parties to facilitate the reunification of the island.

Furthermore, Gerapetritis discussed maritime boundaries, asserting that seas should not be treated as exclusive property and that Greece will not tolerate illegal actions in this regard. The meeting occurred as preparations intensify for a trilateral meeting scheduled for November 9, 2026, involving Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides and Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman.

UN Personal Envoy Maria Angela Holguin is expected in Cyprus to help bridge the current diplomatic impasse and prepare the ground for these upcoming negotiations. The discussions reflect ongoing efforts to ensure regional stability in the Eastern Mediterranean through diplomatic dialogue.