As the U.S. and Israel enter their third week of war with Iran, a meticulous game of geopolitics by Nicos Christodoulides is shifting Cyprus into focus for Europe and NATO.

Before the E.U.-Türkiye dance continues, Europe should consider the cost of double dealing on the Cyprus Problem: reneging on commitments to a member state, and handing Türkiye a leash with which to yank them.

In order embolden Cyprus geopolitically, a foreign policy of comprehensive engagement should be prioritized regardless of preconceived notions.

Cyprus, you have traversed the same ground for half-a-century: crying for tragedy, overcoming pain, finding friends, and reuniting neighbors. Now, it’s time stand up straight in the geopolitical arena.