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Cyprus and Diplomacy in the Arabian Peninsula - Kumpou's Contacts in Gulf Countries

Published March 29, 2026, 09:16
Cyprus and Diplomacy in the Arabian Peninsula - Kumpou's Contacts in Gulf Countries

Foreign Minister Konstantinos Kumpou visited the Gulf, meeting with his counterparts from Saudi Arabia and Bahrain, to discuss the situation in the region. He conveyed Cyprus' solidarity with its partners in the Gulf, given the crisis caused by the US-Israeli attack on Iran and the subsequent Iranian response. Cyprus emphasizes the importance of de-escalation through dialogue and diplomacy. The visit is part of a broader effort by Cyprus to show solidarity with its partners, while the situation in the region remains unstable and carries risks of escalation.