Cyprus leader calls for frank discussion on 'colonial' UK bases
The UK's two military bases on Cyprus are a "colonial consequence" on the island, says President Nikos Christodoulides.
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"We have a clear approach with regard to the future of the British bases... I'm not going to negotiate publicly."
— Nikos Christodoulides , Politician
"We have more than 10,000 Cypriot citizens within the British bases. We have responsibility for those people."
— Nikos Christodoulides , Politician
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John Healey is the UK's Defence Secretary who recently resigned due to concerns over military funding.
President of Cyprus.
Minister in the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office supporting sanctions against Russia.
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The UK's two military bases on Cyprus are a "colonial consequence" on the island, says President Nikos Christodoulides.
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