Turkish FM reaffirms two-state solution stance ahead of UN Cyprus visit
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan reiterated support for a two-state solution in Cyprus, conditioning progress on the recognition of Turkish Cypriot sovereign equality. This diplomatic positioning precedes a scheduled visit by the UN Secretary-General to the island, signaling continued resistance to federalist reunification models.
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SCO Summit Reinforces Russia-China-Iran Alignment; Pakistan-Iran-US Mediation Claimed
The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in Bishkek has confirmed deepening strategic alignment between Russia, China, and Iran, as evidenced by multiple bilateral meetings. Concurrently, unverified claims suggest Pakistan and Iran are exploring US engagement via Chinese mediation, though the viability of these talks remains uncertain. The SCO's upcoming Bishkek Declaration will formalize member states' strategic positions.