Nicosia:Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides and Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas underscored the importance of establishing security and stability in the region during their meeting at the Presidential Palace in Nicosia. The leaders discussed the potential for Cyprus to mediate between Palestine and Israel, leveraging its excellent relations with both parties.

According to Cyprus News Agency, Abbas highlighted the longstanding positive relationship between Cyprus and the Palestinian people. He acknowledged Cyprus' recognition of Palestine in 1988 and expressed gratitude for its humanitarian and political support. Abbas emphasized the Palestinian commitment to peaceful resistance and called for a resolution based on international law and United Nations Security Council resolutions.

During the meeting, President Christodoulides reiterated Cyprus' readiness to support peace initiatives. He noted that Cyprus' role as an EU member enables it to represent regional concerns to Europe and promote cooperation. The leaders also attended a working lunch where they discussed recent developments in European positions on the Palestinian issue and the potential for Cyprus to facilitate dialogue between Palestine and Israel.