Tension in Cyprus as Rum Sabotages Border Opening Proposal Ahead of March Summit

cyprus - Cyprus faces tension as Greek Cypriots sabotage the proposal to open new border crossings ahead of the March summit in Switzerland.

Cyprus Border Tension

Greek Cypriots hinder the opening of new border crossings proposed by TRNC before the upcoming Cyprus summit in Geneva.

Rum Leader's Opposition

Rum leader Hristodulidis opposes TRNC President Tatar's proposal for 2 new crossings, demanding a transit passage instead.

Background

UN Secretary-General supports easing daily life for Turkish and Greek Cypriots by opening new border crossings, but Greek Cypriot leader's resistance creates obstacles.

Critical Meeting in Geneva

Foreign ministers of guarantor countries to attend crucial UN-hosted meeting between Turkish and Greek Cypriot leaders in March in Geneva.