Iran Denies Sending Message to Israel via Cyprus Amid Tensions

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides revealed that Iran has asked Cyprus to convey messages to Israel amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, although the content of these communications remains undisclosed. Christodoulides emphasized Cyprus's diplomatic engagement by speaking with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, as well as leaders from Egypt, the UAE, and Greece, while urging all parties to exercise restraint to prevent further escalation. Despite these efforts, the Iranian projectiles targeting Israel were visible from Cyprus, highlighting the island's strategic proximity to the conflict. Cyprus has also called for an urgent meeting of the EU Foreign Affairs Council, criticizing the European Union's slow response and stressing the need for swift action to play a meaningful geopolitical role. Additionally, Cyprus has offered assistance in evacuating foreign nationals from the conflict zone and appealed to all sides to avoid actions that could exacerbate the crisis. However, Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson denied sending any messages to Israel via Cyprus, contradicting the Cypriot president's statements.