Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides has disclosed that Iran has requested Cyprus to convey a message to Israel amid the escalating conflict between the two nations.
Christodoulides confirmed his country's willingness to carry out this diplomatic assignment as tensions continue to rise in the Middle East. The missile exchanges between Iran and Israel were reportedly visible to the naked eye across Cyprus overnight.
Speaking to journalists, the Cyprus President stated, "The telephone communications will continue. Let me remind you that we were asked by Iran to convey some messages to Israel, so, today, I will speak with [Netanyahu]."
He explained that a planned meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was postponed due to the ongoing missile exchanges between the two nations.
Diplomatic Efforts Intensify
Christodoulides also revealed plans to speak with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen later in the day, indicating broader diplomatic efforts to address the crisis.
Meanwhile, U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed readiness to facilitate peace talks between Israel and Iran to end the conflict. However, Trump warned Iran against any attacks on America or its citizens, stating such actions would lead to "devastating effects."
The conflict between Iran and Israel escalated late last week after months of growing tensions. Israel has reportedly warned Iran that "Tehran will burn" if attacks continue, highlighting the dangerous trajectory of the situation.
Cyprus, strategically located in the eastern Mediterranean, has found itself in a unique position to potentially facilitate communication between the warring nations due to its proximity to both countries.
The content of Iran's message to Israel has not been disclosed, leaving questions about whether it contains proposals for de-escalation or further warnings.
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