Cyprus's Acquisition of Israeli Barak MX Defense System Sparks Turkish Warnings of Regional Instability
A Turkish official stated on September 18 that such moves could potentially affect stability on the island.
EUROPE — Turkey is monitoring reports of Cyprus acquiring an Israeli Barak MX defense system, with a Turkish official stating on September 18 that such moves could potentially affect stability on the island.
This follows the European Commission's adoption of a 33.7 million euro aid program for the Turkish Cypriot community on September 11, aimed at socio-economic development and reunification facilitation.
Political consultations between Cyprus and Switzerland took place on September 10 in Nicosia, focusing on bilateral relations, Swiss-EU relations, and Cyprus's upcoming EU Council presidency in 2026.
UN Peacekeeping highlighted youth initiatives in September, with young Cypriots discussing shared identity and reunification, with sessions on September 5, 6, 7, and 13.
A European Parliament resolution faced criticism from Turkish Cypriot representatives for disregard for their rights. Economic disparities and diplomatic strains persist, with calls for equal sovereignty in negotiations to address core divisions.
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