**Greece Welcomes Guterres’ Support for Cyprus Solution**
Greece's foreign ministry expressed its support for United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres' commitment to resolving the longstanding Cyprus issue following his recent visit to the island. This visit culminated in a tripartite meeting with President Nikos Christodoulides of the Republic of Cyprus and Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman.
In a statement released on Wednesday, the Greek foreign ministry emphasized Guterres' dedication to facilitating a comprehensive, just, and sustainable resolution to the Cyprus problem within the framework established by the United Nations. The ministry acknowledged Guterres' announcement regarding the organization of an informal enlarged meeting aimed at revitalizing negotiations based on previously agreed parameters under UN auspices.
Greece reaffirmed its solidarity with the Republic of Cyprus and highlighted the importance of maintaining the momentum achieved in discussions over the past two and a half years. The ministry expressed its readiness to contribute constructively to the upcoming informal meeting, emphasizing the need to foster trust as a prerequisite for the resumption of talks.
The resolution of the Cyprus issue remains a priority for Greece, which reiterated its commitment to the parameters set by the United Nations Security Council and the reunification of the island. The ministry's statement underscored the necessity of collaboration and compromise among the involved parties to achieve a lasting solution.
During his visit, Guterres outlined plans for the enlarged meeting, indicating that it would be convened once sufficient progress is made regarding confidence-building measures, the methodology of the meeting, and the substantive issues at hand. He noted a consensus among both sides of the island, as well as the three guarantor powers—Greece, Turkey, and the United Kingdom—on the importance of holding such a meeting.
Guterres emphasized the desire of Cypriots for their leaders to make compromises and take decisive steps toward resolving the Cyprus issue. He articulated the vision of a future for Cyprus characterized by cooperation, opportunity, and peace rather than division.
The Secretary-General also highlighted the broader implications of a resolution for the region, stating that a solution is vital not only for the people of Cyprus but also as a stabilizing factor in an increasingly volatile area. He cautioned that the absence of a solution would leave Cyprus vulnerable amid regional instability.
As discussions continue, the international community remains watchful of developments regarding the Cyprus problem, with hopes that renewed dialogue will lead to a constructive outcome for all parties involved.