The UK has abandoned what could be its most steadfast ally in the eastern Mediterranean – Northern Cyprus. For decades, the UK Government has distanced itself from the country in a foolish attempt to please Greek Cypriot lobby groups that purport to be the ‘representative voice’ of ‘Cypriots’ living in the UK. However, in doing so, it risks pushing the TRNC in the opposite direction – towards Russia and Iran. 

The UK should break free of the shackles it has bound itself in and finally take the lead on a foreign policy issue, argues Georgia Gilholy.