The Weak Link…

The electrical connection cable between Greece and Cyprus is at risk. Not only from Turkey, but also from the disorganization of our political system and whispers about interests, particularly in Nicosia, where some do not want the project to be built. This was also mentioned by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Giorgos Gerapetritis. Therefore, shouldn't he publicly and responsibly tell us what these interests are and who is behind them?
No sensible citizen, whether Cypriot or Greek, would want the cable project to be cancelled, provided the project is feasible, which means cheaper electricity and geopolitical benefits. Athens and Nicosia should have already conducted feasibility studies. Because if such studies existed, we wouldn’t have reached the point where we are shooting ourselves in the foot. Political gossip, either from Athens or Nicosia, should not be allowed, especially when it comes to blaming one side against the other.
Greeks and Cypriots want the truth, plain and simple. To this end, we point out the following:
1. Mitsotakis and Christodoulides should publicly tell us whether the project is feasible or not. Because if it isn’t, how can it have the geopolitical significance attributed to it?
2. If, as it is said from Athens, there are interests in Cyprus that do not want the project, shouldn’t Mr. Gerapetritis or another competent Minister tell us who they are, how those behind them operate, and whether they act legally or illegally? Does the President know them or not? And if so, what is he doing? Are these interests confined to Cyprus or do they extend to Athens as well? If they tell us who is trying to sabotage the project, they will have to face all the Greeks. From Thrace to Cyprus.
The successful completion of the connection cable has another dimension: security. Mr. Gerapetritis had stated that if Turkey obstructs the project, Greece will respond on the ground. We hope so. Because none of us would want it to be mere bluster, ultimately leading to bowing down. In this context, another question arises: If Ankara does not intervene in Kasos but decides to block the cable in our region, at the weak link, how will Greece respond? Will it guarantee us, or will Cyprus once again be left at a distance?