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Netanyahu Warns Erdogan, Christodoulides Insists on Bizonality

Published January 5, 2026, 09:27
Netanyahu Warns Erdogan, Christodoulides Insists on Bizonality

The 10th trilateral summit of Greece, Cyprus and Israel in Jerusalem was particularly significant due to geopolitical developments and the common threats faced by the three countries from Turkey. At the summit, a military alliance was forged based on strength, economy, technology and connectivity, while Turkey has been isolated due to its aggressive policy. The summit strengthened the security of the three countries, with Greece and Cyprus already having signed an agreement to create a Rapid Reaction Force of 2500 personnel. Cyprus is discussing with Israel the purchase of weapons systems and is starting cooperation in the field of technology. Also discussed was the promotion of the IMEC corridor, which will connect India with the Middle East, Cyprus and Greece, as well as the Israel-Cyprus electricity interconnection. One of the most important points of the summit was the strong warnings from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to Turkish President Erdogan, describing him as 'arrogant and megalomaniac'. Netanyahu warned Turkey that it would not allow the revival of the Ottoman Empire in the region. Regarding the Cyprus issue, President Christodoulides' insistence on the solution of a bi-zonal federation remains a controversial issue. The discussion on the future of Cyprus and finding a sustainable solution continues, with the different views remaining strong. The trilateral summit highlights the need for closer cooperation and coordination between the three countries to address common challenges and promote stability in the region.