President ‘optimistic’ on Cyprus talks as UN prepares settlement framework

President Nikos Christodoulides expressed optimism on Sunday regarding the restarting of negotiations on the Cyprus problem.

Speaking after participating in a charity run in Ayia Napa, he said he expects a positive response from Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhuman.

“There is no reason for the Turkish Cypriot leader not to accept a meeting,” he said.

“At some point we will have to reach the finish line. I am optimistic with what I have heard from the secretary-general...