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George Kyris @georgekyris.bsky.social · 8d

The Trump administration might see statehood as an 'aspiration' of Palestinians, but for the collective of the international community throughout a century or so, Palestinian statehood is a right, so clearly and repeatedly spelled out.

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George Kyris @georgekyris.bsky.social · 8d

The Trump administration might see statehood as an 'aspiration' of Palestinians, but for the collective of the international community throughout a century or so, Palestinian statehood is a right, so clearly and repeatedly spelled out.

www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....

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George Kyris @georgekyris.bsky.social · 10d

Cyprus marks unique bicommunal pride | Cyprus Mail.

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Cyprus marks unique bicommunal pride

People from all over Cyprus gathered on Friday evening to celebrate the annual bicommunal pride, which traditionally ends with a big gathering in the buffer zone. “What makes it so special is that it ...

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George Kyris @georgekyris.bsky.social · 11d

Canada recognizes a Palestinian state. Israel says it's a non-starter. So what does it mean for Palestinians?

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Canada recognizes a Palestinian state. Israel says it's a non-starter. So what does it mean for Palestinians? | CBC News

What does the recognition of a Palestinian state signify? With Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu continuing to reject a two-state solution, is it merely symbolic or might it have some practica...

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George Kyris @georgekyris.bsky.social · 16d

My thoughts on Palestines's recognition:

- they aren't illegal or condoning Hamas

- they make those that don't recognise Palestine more isolated

- they will improve Palestinian diplomacy

- but aren't enough for stopping Israel's war and occupation.

More:
theconversation.com/the-uk-canad...

The UK, Canada and Australia have recognised Palestine – what does that mean? Expert Q+A

Diplomatic recognition, when done in concert, carries more heft than isolated gestures – and governments know this.

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George Kyris @georgekyris.bsky.social · 20d

US vetoes,

again,

UN Security Council resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza, the lifting of aid restrictions and the release of hostages.

All rest 14 members approved.

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US vetoes UN Security Council Gaza ceasefire call again

The US has vetoed a United Nations Security Council resolution which called for a ceasefire in Gaza, the lifting of aid restrictions and the release of hostages.

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George Kyris @georgekyris.bsky.social · 20d

US vetoes,

again,

UN Security Council resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza, the lifting of aid restrictions and the release of hostages.

All rest 14 members approved.

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US vetoes UN Security Council Gaza ceasefire call again

The US has vetoed a United Nations Security Council resolution which called for a ceasefire in Gaza, the lifting of aid restrictions and the release of hostages.

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George Kyris @georgekyris.bsky.social · 21d

The European Parliament passes resolution asking EU member states to recognise Palestine - its strongest wording about recognition so far.

'... Calls on the Member States to consider recognising the State of Palestine with a view to achieving the two-state solution'.
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Texts adopted - Gaza at breaking point: EU action to combat famine, the urgent need to release hostages and move towards a two-state solution - Thursday, 11 September 2025

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George Kyris @georgekyris.bsky.social · Aug 31

The absurdity of Cyprus (and other divided societies):

Cyprus national 🏀 team uses the national anthem of Greece, a different country, which obviously doesn't represent the Turkish Cypriots of the country (and I am pretty sure many Greek Cypriots either).

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Greece and Cyprus share a moment with joint national anthem

The day when Greece and Cyprus heard their common national anthem together has arrived!Those who attended the match between Cyprus and Greece at the Spyros Kyprianou stadium for the second matchday of...

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George Kyris @georgekyris.bsky.social · Aug 30

Unbelievable.

'BBC News - US blocks Palestinian leader from attending UN meeting in New York'.
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US blocks Palestinian leader Mahmoud Abbas from attending UN meeting in New York

The decision comes as France leads international efforts to recognise a Palestinian state at the UN meeting next month.

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George Kyris @georgekyris.bsky.social · Aug 17

Watched Bosnia's Gori Vatra (Fuse) tonight.

Interesting themes of post-conflict international interventions, reconciliation, trauma and memory. I especially liked the ending.

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George Kyris @georgekyris.bsky.social · Aug 16

Effective tricks from the Turkish Cypriots, juvenile mistake from the British...

'UK's trade envoy to Turkey resigns following visit to Northern Cyprus |
World News | Sky News'

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UK's trade envoy to Turkey resigns following visit to Northern Cyprus

The MP for Manchester Rusholme, Afzal Khan, has resigned following a trip to the territory, which is not recognised by the British government as a self-declared independent nation.

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George Kyris @georgekyris.bsky.social · Aug 13

Senegal’s Khassim Diagne poised to be UN’s new special representative in #Cyprus | Cyprus Mail

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Senegal’s Khassim Diagne poised to be UN’s new special representative in Cyprus

Senegalese diplomat Khassim Diagne has been put forward as the United Nations’ new special representative in Cyprus, the Cyprus Mail understands. Diplomatic sources informed the Cyprus Mail that Diagn...

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George Kyris @georgekyris.bsky.social · Aug 11

#Australia to recognise #Palestine state at United Nations in September | Reuters

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Australia to recognise Palestinian state at United Nations in September

Australia will recognise a Palestinian state at next month's United Nations General Assembly, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Monday, a move that adds to international pressure on Israel after similar announcements from France, Britain and Canada.

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George Kyris @georgekyris.bsky.social · Jul 31

New York Call is a collective recognition of sorts for Palestine (some have recognised, others plan to) and an invitation for more states to progress with recognition.

Full text:

www.canada.ca/en/global-af...

New York Call - Joint statement of the Ministers of Foreign Affairs

The Foreign Ministers of Andorra, Australia, Canada, Finland, France, Iceland, Ireland, Luxembourg, Malta, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal, San Marino, Slovenia and Spain, issued the following statement...

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George Kyris @georgekyris.bsky.social · Jul 29

Obviously this is not a serious foreign policy and it is deeply disappointing once again from Labour and the UK. Recognition should be about Palestine, not about punishing, or rewarding, Israel.

www.theguardian.com/politics/liv...

UK to recognise Palestinian statehood in September unless Israel agrees ceasefire and two-state solution, Starmer says – as it happened

UK also demands Hamas release all hostages, disarm, sign up to a ceasefire and accept that they will play no role in the government of Gaza

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George Kyris @georgekyris.bsky.social · Jul 25

'UK recognition would have a significant impact due to our historic connections and our membership on the UN Security Council.

British recognition of Palestine would be particularly powerful given its role as the author of the Balfour Declaration and the former Mandatory Power in Palestine'.

Calum Miller @calummillerld.bsky.social · Jul 25

221 MPs, from 9 parties, have sent a joint letter to the Prime Minister & Foreign Secretary urging them to recognise Palestine as a state now - thanks to @sarahchampionmp.bsky.social for coordinating.

Text of letter from MPs to Keir Starmer and David Lammy, setting out their call for the UK to recognise a Palestinian state at the UN conference on 28-29 July.

Start of alphabetical list of MPs names who have signed the letter, beginning with select committee chairs and party leaders.

Second page of MPs' names who have signed the letter.

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George Kyris @georgekyris.bsky.social · Jul 25

'The UK should immediately recognise the state of Palestine, a majority of MPs on the Commons foreign affairs committee have said'.

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George Kyris @georgekyris.bsky.social · Jul 24

‼️ France to recognize Palestine as a state, says Macron.

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France to recognize Palestine as a state, says Macron; US recalls Gaza ceasefire team – Middle East crisis live

French president says ‘no alternative’ amid ‘urgent need to end the war in Gaza’; US claims Hamas ‘lacks desire’ for deal

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George Kyris @georgekyris.bsky.social · Jul 22

“I sincerely hope that the international community can come together to make sure that we see an end of this war but also that we recognise the state of Palestine while there is a state of Palestine left to recognise.”

www.theguardian.com/world/2025/j...

Starmer under pressure from cabinet to recognise Palestinian statehood

Exclusive: Wes Streeting among ministers pushing for action after calling Israeli attacks on aid sites ‘intolerable’

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George Kyris @georgekyris.bsky.social · Jul 11

Bosnia Marks Three Decades Since Srebrenica With Mass Burial

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Bosnia Marks Three Decades Since Srebrenica With Mass Burial

Bosnia is marking the 30th anniversary of the 1995 genocide of Bosniaks by Bosnian Serb forces with the mass funeral of seven more victims in a ceremony at the Srebrenica Memorial Centre.

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George Kyris @georgekyris.bsky.social · Jun 25

Tamils rally in Brussels demanding justice and freedom for Tamil Eelam.

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In pictures - Tamils rally in Brussels demanding justice and freedom for Tamil Eelam | Tamil Guardian

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George Kyris @georgekyris.bsky.social · Jun 12

Typical 'earned sovereignty' - awards reforms towards apparent better statehood with diplomatic recognition. Let's see how far the rewards will go...

'France says Palestinian Authority makes ‘unprecedented commitments’ to reform ahead of conference on statehood'

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France says Palestinian Authority makes ‘unprecedented commitments’ to reform ahead of conference on statehood | CNN

France said it has received a letter from the Palestinian Authority that contains “concrete and unprecedented commitments” to reform as Paris prepares to co-chair a conference on Palestinian statehood...

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George Kyris @georgekyris.bsky.social · Jun 5

Good to know, just starting it now!

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George Kyris @georgekyris.bsky.social · Jun 5

Getting #ECPR2025 ready...

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