Cyprus Appoints Thessalia Salina Siabou as Special Representative for Religious Freedom and Minority Protection in the Middle East
President of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, has appointed Thessalia Salina Siabou as the Special Representative for Religious Freedom and Minority Protection in the Middle East. The experienced diplomat will engage with regional states to advocate for religious minorities’ rights and support EU efforts. This move highlights Cyprus’s involvement in Middle Eastern affairs and is expected to strengthen cooperation with the United States, particularly with Donald Trump emphasizing this matter. Siabou will also focus on humanitarian aid and the protection of cultural heritage.