Rival Cyprus leaders in coffee shop 'message of hope'

[WorldNews]

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The Greek and Turkish leaders of Cyprus drank coffee together Saturday on both sides of the armistice line dividing Nicosia, pledging their full commitment to UN-backed reunification talks. Greek Cypriot leader Nicos Anastasiades, who is president of the island's internationally recognised government, said he wanted to show his seriousness about reaching an agreement to end the half-century-old division of the two communities. "I want to send the strongest message that we shall work tirelessly in order to find a peaceful solution at the earliest possible," Anastasiades said.

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