British News Agency

In a statement marking the 43rd anniversary of the unilateral declaration of what it described as a "so-called state" in Cyprus, the Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs characterized the declaration as a clear violation of international law and the fundamental principles of the United Nations Charter.

The ministry recalled that the declaration had been declared illegal and invalid under United Nations Security Council (UNSC) Resolutions 541 (1983) and 550 (1984).

The statement emphasized that Greece categorically rejects the consequences of what it described as Türkiye's intervention and occupation of Cyprus. It called on all states to uphold international law, oppose all forms of revisionism, and respect the sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity of the Republic of Cyprus.

The statement noted that Greece acts in full coordination with the Republic of Cyprus and remains committed to achieving a comprehensive and mutually acceptable settlement based on a bizonal, bicommunal federation with political equality, a single international legal personality, a single sovereignty and a single citizenship.

The statement also indicated that the objective is to achieve a settlement in accordance with UN Security Council resolutions and the European Union acquis.

The Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs also welcomed the efforts of the UN Secretary-General and his Special Representative for Cyprus to resume substantive negotiations aimed at achieving a just, sustainable and functional settlement.