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The EU urges Turkey to respect the Security Council resolutions on Varosha and calls on it to reverse its recent actions immediately, helping to find lasting solutions, in good faith to build a constructive dialogue to achieve a stable and safe environment in Eastern mediterraneansaid the representative of the Commission and European External Action Service (EEAS) Peter Stano in KYPE.
More specifically, the Commission representative told KYPE that “We have contacted the Turkish authorities at various levels to express our serious concern about the actions in Varosia and the new Navigation telegram (Navtex) for the seismic research vessel Oruc Reis “.
As pointed out, “Yesterday, the Secretary General of the EEAS, Helga Schmidt raised these issues with the Turkish ambassador to the EU. “
“In Varosha, the EU reaffirmed, among other things, in the conclusions of the European Council of October 1, the status of Varosha, as set out in the relevant resolutions of the UN Security Council, in particular Resolutions 550 (1984 ) and 789 (1992).) ‘, said or Peter stano.
«“No action should be taken against Varosha that does not comply with these decisions.” added.
“The EU respects these resolutions and calls for an immediate reversal of recent actions and to avoid new unilateral actions that could increase tensions on the island.” Stano told KYPE.
When asked to comment on the latest announcements from Turkey, he said “The new navigation telegram (Navtex) for Turkey’s seismic research activities, which affects the maritime areas of Greece, is very sad.”
“Unfortunately, Turkey continues to intensify its course of action, which creates more tension in the region.”he added.
According to Instead, Turkey should contribute to finding durable solutions and participate in good faith in ongoing efforts to build a constructive dialogue to achieve a stable and safe environment in Eastern mediterranean».
“This will also help develop cooperation and a win-win relationship between the EU and Turkey.”, make a note of.
As he mentioned, “Disputes must be discussed and resolved at the negotiating table.” It is also necessary to create a favorable environment for the Cyprus talks that the UN Secretary General is willing to convene. “
“This is not the time for conflicting signals.” The message from the EU is very clear: there is no alternative to a comprehensive solution to the Cyprus problem based on the relevant decisions of the UN Security Council. “ said the representative of the EEAS at the end.
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