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Cyprus, Greece, and Israel's Alliance Faces Challenges

Published January 3, 2026, 12:16
Cyprus, Greece, and Israel's Alliance Faces Challenges

The President of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, and the Greek Prime Minister, Kyriakos Mitsotakis, met with Netanyahu in Jerusalem and signed a joint declaration to deepen defense and military cooperation, aiming to create a counterbalance to Turkey. The declaration envisioned the formation of a joint rapid reaction brigade with troops from Cyprus, Greece, and Israel. However, this agreement immediately received a response from President Trump, who expressed his appreciation for Erdogan and stated that the US allocates roles to Israel and Turkey for regional stability, questioning the value of the new alliance. Furthermore, Netanyahu's decision to recognize the self-declared state of Somaliland provoked reactions from the EU, with Cyprus aligning with the other member states. Criticism focuses on the lack of substantial results and the excessive emphasis on communication and image, rather than promoting concrete solutions.