Exclusive: UK foreign office minister Stephen Doughty will land in Cyprus on Friday to meet leaders of both sides of the divided island
UK Foreign Office Minister Stephen Doughty is set to visit Cyprus to engage in talks aimed at resolving the decades-long division of the island. The Turkish Cypriot leader has criticized these talks, deeming them futile unless the UK alters its policy. Cyprus, a former British colony, remains divided, with the UK maintaining two military bases there. The division's roots lie in historical events, including intercommunal violence and the Turkish military intervention in 1974. The UN advocates for a federal solution, but Turkish Cypriots now demand equal status before resuming negotiations. Conversely, the Greek Cypriots support continuing the existing framework. The UK is involved in facilitating the talks, aligning with the UN's process to encourage dialogue and progress towards reunification.
