Opinion
By Andreas C. Chrysafis*
For the second time, Cyprus formally takes over the rotating Council of the EU for a six-month term. It now holds the reins of the EU presidency. There are unattainable promises being made—or envisioned—by the government for a mythological EU Shangri-La and how to propel this undemocratic institution forward.
For the past twenty-one years, Cyprus has proven to be a loyal nation to EU propagandist principles—principles that promote the EU as a unified entity in pursuit of “one happy family” governed by stealth and bureaucratic control for the “greater good of all.”
Such a vision has established the basic EU foundation of a Franco-Germanic project based on the belief that “a state can do nothing wrong.” Hegel, the German philosopher and idealist, despised people and referred to them as “rabble,” yet he had a dominant influence in Western thought. He wrote, “The people do not know what they want. To know what one wants is the fruit of profound insight, and this is the very thing that people lack. We should venerate the State as an earthly divinity. Only the bureaucrat is the true servant and master of the state.” He went on to say that “elected bodies like parliaments are only useful in perfecting the process of subordinating the people.”
Such thoughts became a pivotal inspiration to another bureaucrat, Jean Monnet. The Frenchman laid down the basic strategy for fusing nations together through political cunning, which later established the current EU institution. He is considered the “patron saint” and founding father of the EU, which now controls—politically, socially, and economically—27 countries across Europe.
The EU was created on a lie with one aim in mind: to subordinate citizens and countries alike. In that respect it has been a great success! Governments have been duped into believing in fairy tales and failed to see the long-term Franco-German experiment that has global aspirations of influence.
EU Presidency
One such devotee of EU principles can be none other than President Nikos Christodoulides, a career bureaucrat and politician. In his 2026 New Year message to the people, he did not mince his words and repeatedly praised EU values, asserting that his government has solid ideas to put forward for the good of “one EU family.”
He called for “further European integration” and pledged to “work for a union that is strong from within, capable of protecting its citizens, its borders, and its interests” and for a union that “will build partnerships and alliances from a position of strength.”
Fine rhetoric indeed, and one cannot expect anything less from such a devoted Europhile whose aspiration is to achieve European autonomy and an “EU open to the world.”
Since his election as President of the Republic in 2023, he has surrounded himself with devoted Europhiles who share the notion that the “EU can never do anything wrong.”
Yet after twenty-one years, the EU has not officially condemned the Turkish invasion and occupation of Cyprus—a member state of the Union. Only recently, Roberta Metsola, the European Parliament president, has stated with the usual superficial EU rhetoric that “efforts to solve the Cyprus problem are Europe’s responsibility.”
At the home front, Cyprus’s EU presidency has been received with exhilaration and ecstatic statements such as “a moment of pride,” announced the European Affairs Deputy Minister Marilena Raouna. “Cyprus will work as an honest and reliable mediator, representing all member states equally,” she stated, adding that “Cyprus would contribute substantially to the European Project.”
Fine words indeed—but what does “The European Project” actually mean or entail in real terms?
The Republic has already abandoned its political, social, and economic sovereignty for EU membership, as well as its currency. So what comes next?
A New Phase
Under the EU accession treaty, Cyprus is legally bound to join the Schengen Agreement and “Military Schengen” by 2026. This means the abolition of internal border control and, most importantly, the EU’s deployment of its defense plan specified in the “Readiness Roadmap 2030” outlined in the White Paper for European Defense.
The enhancement of the EU arms industry is paramount and will align military objectives with NATO to develop a stronger, faster-responding European army, reinforced by an €800 billion EU military budget.
Ultimately, Cyprus will join NATO’s war machinery and be instructed on how to establish a new industry on the island: the production of weapons! Once the “Military Schengen” agreement is adopted in the next six months, Cyprus would also make part of its army available in the interest of NATO and the European Union.
From a peace-loving nation, Cyprus will soon enter a new phase in its history—one that bears grave uncertainty for the future.
It seems as though Cyprus has allowed itself to become a pizza with many players enjoying a slice each: The EU indirectly governs the island; Britain control two large sovereign military bases; Turkey occupies 40% of the island; France has established a naval base; the United States dictates regional policy; and Israel is an active ally that provides surveillance technology while also positioning itself as a major player in acquiring vast amounts of property across the island.
The Dilemma
Living in a fast-changing world has its price, and Cyprus, as a small island, has more to lose than others. For the next six months the president has the opportunity to show real leadership—not only in the interest of the EU, but also in those of his own country.
He has been vocal in condemning Russia for its invasion of Ukraine, and his government has been a strong supporter of EU sanctions against that country. Under those terms, citizens are correct to ask a simple question: will the President call for EU sanctions against Turkey’s occupation of his own country?
Very doubtful, but a new world order has now been established by the President of the United States where “might is right.” He totally ignores international law in the interest of America and even plans to occupy Greenland because of military might! Rule of the Jungle!
What if the Turkish president duplicates what Trump did in Venezuela and makes his threats against Cyprus real: “We will come in the middle of the night.” Would the EU Commission and our new allies—namely America and Israel—come to the island’s rescue and stop Turkey?
A fast-changing world indeed, and dangerous times for humanity…
*Andreas C. Chrysafis was born of Greek parents in Cyprus and holds Cypriot, British, and Canadian citizenship. He has lived most of his life in the UK, Canada, and Cyprus. He’s a published author of five books and a recognized artist, while his thought-provoking articles (over 450) continue to be read globally. He is not politically affiliated but is a strong advocate of the rule of law, democracy, transparency, equality, and human rights but also a robust opponent of corruption.
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