PRIOCyprusCentre

Peace Research Institute Oslo(PRIO) Cyprus Centre. Contributing to an informed public debate on the Cyprus issue. RT not necessarily endorsements. @PRIOresearch

[PRIO @PRIOresearch]

On the recent Cyprus elections, @PRIOCyprus Centre Director @h_tzimitras tells @Politico:

"This marks the end of an era for political parties that have been part of the political scene for 50 years. Traditional parties have lost ground to new political movements that seem to enjoy broad popular support.”

https://t.co/uL9H299nAD

[Institut Barcelona d'Estudis Internacionals @IBEI]

[3/9] Barcelona Summer School (Med & Middle East)!

Peacebuilding, Peace Processes, and Mediation: From Traditional Modes to Out-of-the-box Thinking

Laurie Nathan (Kroc), Pinar Tank (PRIO) & Harry Tzimitras (PRIO Cyprus Centre)

29 & 30 June | 14:30-17:30
https://t.co/kQluGC8AhP

[OPEK @OPEK_cy]

Χρειάζεται η Ευρώπη μια Αμυντική Ένωση;
Ποιες οι Στρατηγικές Επιπτώσεις για την Κύπρο και το Κυπριακό;

Συζήτηση στρογγυλής τραπέζης ΟΠΕΚ @PRIOCyprus
@fokaides_c @NKizilyurek @h_tzimitras 7/5 Arsinoe House https://t.co/Fqw9ciVdBs

[Harry Tzimitras @h_tzimitras]

A challenging Presidency of a Union strained by a war-challenged member state. My new @PRIOresearch commentary on the Cyprus EU Council Presidency.
https://t.co/X5oEhEd47W 🧵

[Harry Tzimitras @h_tzimitras]

In January 2026, the Republic of Cyprus assumed the rotating presidency of the EU Council. This marked Cyprus’ second presidency, and expectations were high, given the particularly ambitious presidency goals set by a small member state located at Europe’s geographical periphery.

[Harry Tzimitras @h_tzimitras]

Among other points, I argue that the war-stressed challenges also highlight the potential benefits of, if not indeed the necessity for, local and regional cooperation. Greek and Turkish Cypriots are united by the bonds of common suffering caused or accentuated by the war.

[Harry Tzimitras @h_tzimitras]

These range from security, energy, and water to migration, tourism and economics. The case for cooperation between the two communities has rarely been stronger.

[Harry Tzimitras @h_tzimitras]

By minimizing tensions and maximizing areas of practical cooperation, both sides can more effectively address urgent challenges that cannot await a comprehensive political settlement. The present critical situation warrants it, and the EU presidency offers a unique opportunity.

[Eduard Soler Lecha @solerlecha]

We're living one of the most tense moments in the region, with the Strait of Hormuz as epicentre. Thus, I also wanted the programme to address the geopolitics of natural resources and connectivity: energy, water, food, digital infrastructure, supply chains.

[Eduard Soler Lecha @solerlecha]

And I wanted to make sure this focus on geopolitics and conflict didn't make us forget the people. Societies, cities, feminist resistances, youth mobilisation, arts. This region is not just a chessboard!

[Eduard Soler Lecha @solerlecha]

So, we've gathered in Barcelona an amazing group of trainers from @ecfr @CrisisGroup @PRIOresearch @CarnegieMEC @GIGA_Institute @UniofOxford and, of course, my new professional home: @IBEI

[Eduard Soler Lecha @solerlecha]

We'll learn together and pay tribute to Fred Halliday. Fred had the idea of this summer school but sadly passed away before seeing it take place. We try to honour his legacy: rigour, curiosity, no easy answers, a cosmopolitan spirit, and the conviction that change is possible.

[Eduard Soler Lecha @solerlecha]

Nine courses, face-to-face, small groups. Barcelona, June 29 – July 3. Discounts and scholarships available (apply by May 22). Early bird until June 12. Side networking events to be announced soon. Full programme and registration HERE: https://t.co/jg7uxBkoTl

[Politis to the point @politis_point]

Israeli and Palestinian peacebuilders urge Cyprus to use its neutrality, proximity and EU standing to reconnect societies and support a viable political solution.
#politistothepoint #Israel #Palestine #Cyprus #Peace
https://t.co/Iyek1s3IAu

[Harry Tzimitras @h_tzimitras]

At the same time, any threat to Cyprus can make the island's people reflect on common problems and the potential attacks, accidents, and economic difficulties that this region may face.

[Harry Tzimitras @h_tzimitras]

It can become a precedent. Once a military force arrives, it often becomes quite difficult to be removed.

I also stress that long-term issues like the Cyprus question are pushed into the background during periods of hot conflict.

[Harry Tzimitras @h_tzimitras]

For the Turkish speaking friends, in my BBC interview today I emphasize that Cyprus has no intention of becoming involved in the current war. I argue though that while militarization is understandable operationally, it is never a good idea. https://t.co/kqbTfarhBu

[Harry Tzimitras @h_tzimitras]

Στη σημερινή Εφημερίδα των Συντακτών
ορισμένες διαπιστώσεις για την παράκαμψη του δικαίου, την απαξίωση των θεσμών, την κανονικοποίηση της εξαίρεσης και τη νομιμοποίηση του εκφοβισμού που είναι η χειρότερη εξέλιξη για μας.
https://t.co/Zs7idlHeQD

[Politis to the point @politis_point]

Eastern Mediterranean’s future hinges on boosting trade connectivity, energy security, equality, education, water resilience and social inclusion to unlock cooperation, stability and prosperity. @PRIOCyprus @FESCyprus @mgionline
#politistothepoint
https://t.co/zrwIhjuqjb

[Harry Tzimitras @h_tzimitras]

One serious challenge for the EU is that it seems to be replacing one dependency (Russia) with another (US)…The EU seems to be repeating past mistakes, belatedly looking for alternatives to diversify its energy providers’ base.
@Politico with my comments.
https://t.co/0ls9SIk7eh