Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has firmly dismissed the possibility of a peace deal for Cyprus, advocating instead for the establishment of a separate Turkish Cypriot state.
This stance starkly contrasts with the Greek Cypriot and international community's preference for a unified Cyprus. Erdogan's remarks came as both Turks and Greeks commemorated the 50th anniversary of the conflict that left Cyprus divided. Concurrently, in the UK, around 250 members of the Cypriot community protested outside the Turkish embassy in London, demanding an end to Turkish occupation and the withdrawal of Turkish troops from Cyprus.
These developments underscore the deep-seated divisions and the complex geopolitical tensions surrounding the Cyprus issue.
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It's outrageous but not surprising that Erdogan is pushing for a two-state solution, completely ignoring the rightful demands of the Greek Cypriots and the international community for a unified Cyprus. His blatant refusal to consider peace and reconciliation only deepens the division and prolongs the injustice faced by the people of Cyprus.
Erdogan's steadfast support for a two-state solution in Cyprus truly underscores his commitment to protecting Turkish Cypriot rights and sovereignty.
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Turkey's Erdogan rules out Cyprus peace deal, reaffirming support for a two-state solution
https://morningstaronline.co.uk
TURKISH President Recep Tayyip Erdogan dampened hopes for a quick resumption of talks to heal a half-century of ethnic division in Cyprus on Saturday, reaffirming his support for a two-state deal that Greek Cypriots dismiss as a non-starter.
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