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It's Time to End the Anachronistic and Illegal Operation of British Bases – Georgios Lillikas

Published March 3, 2026, 14:12
It's Time to End the Anachronistic and Illegal Operation of British Bases – Georgios Lillikas

Georgios Lillikas argues that it is time to end the anachronistic and illegal operation of British Bases in Cyprus. He states that expert opinions since 2007 confirm that the bases are not sovereign and violate international law and UN resolutions, while even the British Supreme Court has described them as a remnant of colonialism. Lillikas calls on the government and political parties to demand the closure of the bases and the incorporation of their territory into the sovereignty of the Republic of Cyprus. He points out that the existence of the bases creates security issues, as British involvement in conflicts turns Cyprus into a target. He also challenges the excuses used to maintain the status quo, such as the need for protection while the Turkish issue remains unresolved.