As Europeans, we must remain united in our condemnation of the Russian invasion of Ukraine and continue to push for Moscow to change its behavior, but also to play a more active role in ensuring that diplomatic means prevail in order to ensure The President of Cyprus, Nikos Anastasiadis, stressed on Thursday night that a ceasefire was needed to end the tragic loss of innocent lives, including children.
According to a statement from the Presidency, at a formal dinner hosted by Estonian President Alar Karis in Tallinn during his official visit, the President noted that while we all hope for a speedy restoration of peace in Europe, “Russia’s invasion of “Ukraine has and will continue to have profound consequences for the future of European security.”
According to the President of Cyprus, he certainly will a renewed architecture is required to protect Europe’s security and defend its values in the coming years.
“Ensuring respect for international law becomes even more imperative in the light of the unwarranted Russian invasion of Ukraine. “The parallels between the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the Turkish invasion of Cyprus in 1974 – and its ongoing occupation – are shocking,” he said.
Nikos Anastasiadis underlined that the Cypriots, being victims of the Turkish military occupation and its tragic consequences, fully share the need for a demonstration of practical solidarity and support to the Ukrainian people.
As for the Cyprus issue, he said once again that our side will continue its persistent efforts to resume peace talks, always in accordance with the relevant UN Security Council resolutions, and will continue to take initiatives to find a way out. from the current impasse.
He expressed the appreciation of the Government and people of Cyprus for the strong support of Estonia in achieving a comprehensive and viable solution that will reunite Cyprus as a modern and truly independent state, free from any foreign dependence and interference.
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