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Last-ditch Effort Underway to Call off Doctors’ Strike

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In a lastditch effort to avert a doctors’ strike, Health Minister Michalis Damianos is leading urgent negotiations with state health services (Okypy) and the doctors’ union (Pasyki) to address grievances over unpaid wages and ensure continued healthcare services, emphasizing the public interest. The highstakes discussions are crucial to prevent a potential 48hour strike that could disrupt healthcare access for patients, highlighting the critical need for a resolution before the looming deadline.

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Momentum for Cyprus Negotiations

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The Cyprus negotiations gain momentum with President Nikos Christodoulides meeting UN SecretaryGeneral Antonio Guterres. Diplomatic efforts intensify, showcasing a commitment to restart talks and involve key international leaders in finding a peaceful resolution.

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Tensions Mount Amid Turkish Cypriot Farmers’ Demonstrations

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Turkish Cypriot farmers are protesting against the government’s decision to import meat from the Netherlands, escalating tensions for over six consecutive working days. The demonstrations reflect widespread dissatisfaction with policies that threaten local agriculture and have garnered significant support from trade unions, posing a significant political challenge to the government in northern Cyprus.

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President Working Tirelessly for the Resumption of Talks

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President Nikos Christodoulides of Cyprus is tirelessly working to resume talks for peace and reunification, overcoming challenges from the Turkish side and engaging with the UN’s envoy for substantive discussions. The goal is a fair and lasting solution that ensures prosperity for all citizens, rooted in European values and a vision for a future where the current status quo is no longer sustainable for the Greek Cypriot community.

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Diplomatic Engagement: Holguin and Christodoulides’ Upcoming Discussions

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The upcoming discussions between UN envoy Maria Angela Holguin and President Nikos Christodoulides will focus on advancing negotiations for resolving Cyprus’s division, considering public opinion, and addressing regional geopolitics. These talks are a critical step in shaping the island’s future and its international relations, with the hopes of a breakthrough looming over the presidential palace as anticipation builds for Monday’s pivotal meeting.

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National Council Meeting Postponed Indefinitely

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The National Council meeting has been postponed indefinitely to protect the sensitive nature of the United Nations SecretaryGeneral’s proposals, as President Nikos Christodoulides prioritizes diplomatic secrecy. The government’s strategic silence and emphasis on constructive engagement highlight the delicate balance between process and substance in these intricate deliberations.

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Cyprus’ Stance on Resuming Talks: A Firm Commitment to Dialogue

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Cyprus, led by Foreign Minister Kombos, shows unwavering commitment to restarting talks for reunification without preconditions, aiming for a bizonal bicommunal federation. Disagreements with Turkish Cypriots on UN resolutions and legal principles pose hurdles, but Cyprus remains steadfast in its dedication to dialogue and adherence to international law.

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Tatar: “no common ground” between Cyprus’ sides

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Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar asserts that there is “no common ground” between Greek and Turkish Cypriots in the ongoing negotiations in Cyprus, emphasizing the need to lift restrictions on Turkish Cypriots and recognize their sovereignty. The lack of mutual consensus continues to deepen the stalemate, with implications for international diplomacy and the security of both communities.

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