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Kallas urges Turkey to respect Cyprus' sovereignty over gas pipeline plans

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Kaja Kallas, the EU's foreign policy chief, called on Turkey to respect the sovereignty of all EU member states concerning a proposed natural gas pipeline linking Turkey to the Turkish-controlled areas of Cyprus.
The gas pipeline project is set to begin in the southern Turkish town of Anamur and end in the Teknecik region of the occupied territories in Cyprus.
The issue of Turkey's gas pipeline plans was raised by Cyprus during the EU Foreign Affairs Council meeting in Brussels.
Kallas emphasized the importance of respecting the sovereignty and sovereign rights of Cyprus in her statements following the meeting.
This request aligns with the EU's official position regarding member states' rights and territorial integrity.

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Kaja Kallas, the European Union's foreign policy chief, addressed concerns regarding Turkey's plans to construct a natural gas pipeline connecting it to the Turkish-controlled areas of Cyprus. After a meeting of the EU Foreign Affairs Council, Kallas emphasized the importance of respecting the sovereignty and sovereign rights of all EU member states, specifically pointing out that Turkey must honor Cyprus' territorial claims.

The proposed pipeline is set to begin in southern Turkey and extend into the Turkish-held region of Cyprus, an area internationally recognized as part of the Republic of Cyprus. This issue has gained traction following an agreement between Turkey and the Turkish Cypriot authorities, prompting Cyprus to raise the matter during the recent EU Council discussions. Kallas' statements reflect the EU's expectations for Turkey’s cooperation in adhering to established sovereign rights amidst ongoing regional tensions.

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