Nikos Anastasiadis: The parallels between Cyprus and Ukraine are shocking

As Europeans, we must stand united in its condemnation Russian attack on Ukraine “We must continue to press for Moscow to change its behavior, but also to play a more active role in ensuring that diplomatic means prevail in order to secure a ceasefire to end the tragic loss of innocent lives, including of children,” he said. on Thursday night (28/4) the President Nikos Anastasiadis.

According to a statement from the Presidency, toast at official dinner hosted by Estonian President Alar Karis in Tallinnduring 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, a renewed architecture will certainly be required to protect Europe’s security and defend its values ​​in the coming years.

Referring to bilateral co-operation with Tallinn, he said it was based on values ​​and principles, with the utmost respect for international law.

“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.

The President emphasized that Cypriots, victims of the Turkish military occupation and its tragic consequences, fully share the need to show 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 talksalways in accordance with the relevant resolutions of the UN Security Council and will continue to take initiatives to break the current impasse.

He expressed the appreciation of the Government and the people of Cyprus for the strong Estonia’s support for a comprehensive and sustainable solution that will reunite Cyprus as a modern and truly independent statefree from any foreign dependencies and interferences.

During his toast, the President said that bilateral relations with Estonia had traditionally been excellent and developed on the basis of common values ​​and beliefs in peace, democracy and justice.

He also noted that the aim and desire of his government is to work to further strengthen bilateral ties in areas such as investment, trade, tourism, education, health and research and development, and to explore new areas of cooperation through concluding new agreements.

The President also referred to the new Memorandum between the two countries on e-government and information and communication technologies, which, he said, aims to make the existing cooperation between the two countries on digital issues, more comprehensive and productive.

Source: News Beast

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