2008–12 Cyprus talks

Cyprus declares 3 days of mourning for deceased ex-president

The Cypriot government has declared a three-day period of mourning for the east Mediterranean island's former president, Dimitris Christofias, who died at the age of 72.
Government spokesman Prodromos Prodromou said Saturday that Christofias' funeral will be held with honors befitting a sitting head of state.

Cyprus leaders under pressure to strike deal deal in Swiss resort

Rival Cypriot leaders at a make-or-break summit in Switzerland this week will come under pressure to seal an elusive peace deal for their divided island or face the consequences.

"We are looking for a final settlement... We expect both parties to come with determination, will and leadership for a final settlement," a U.N. spokesperson told AFP.

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