CyprusCyprus political debate erupts over Israel lobby's influence
A pro-Israel parliamentary group in Cyprus sparks a heated exchange between political parties Akel and Disy, with accusations of aligning with hostile entities.
Background
Cyprus and Israel maintain close diplomatic and economic ties, with cooperation spanning various sectors. However, the extent of Israel's influence in Cypriot politics has periodically been a subject of public and political discussion, particularly concerning parliamentary actions and foreign policy alignment.
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Political debate erupts over Israel lobby's influence in Cyprus
First report 11h agoLast update 6h agoThe launch of the Cyprus chapter of the Israel Allies Foundation has caused a political row, with Akel criticizing the move.
Disy questions if Akel would prefer to align with Hamas, Hezbollah, Iran, and Turkey over Israel and criticizes Akel's stance on Western orientation.
Akel accuses Disy, Diko, and Elam of turning parliament into an Israeli lobby and calls the move 'extremely provocative'.
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