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A Lighthouse That Illuminates Only Half

Published January 9, 2026, 09:29
A Lighthouse That Illuminates Only Half

The President of the Republic has described Cyprus as a "beacon of the European Union in the Eastern Mediterranean" with the start of the Cypriot Presidency of the EU. However, the author points out that the absence of the Turkish Cypriot community from the celebratory events creates a sense of exclusion and undermines the message of cooperation and dialogue. The analogy of the lighthouse emphasizes that the light must reach everyone, including the Turkish Cypriot community, for Cyprus to be truly united and effective as a bridge between Europe and the Eastern Mediterranean. This absence is perceived by many Turkish Cypriots as a form of punishment and a reminder of division.