"Such a memorial in the heart of Europe will have powerful symbolism, reminding every European visitor and member of the European Parliament of Cyprus' tragedy, which continues to be an open wound for Europe," the press release noted An amendment tabled by Cypriot MEP Michalis Hadjipantela in the context of the vote on Wednesday for the EU budget 2026, for the creation of a memorial at the European Parliament dedicated to victims of the 1974 Turkish invasion, including missing persons, was passed by 71% of MEPs. In particular, Hadjipantela's amendment was passed with 384 votes in favour, 202 against and 58 abstentions. In a press release his Office said that his initiative "was widely supported by his colleagues at the European Parliament, sending a strong political message for the Cyprus problem while at the same time showing the solidarity between member states." It added that the amendment tabled by Hadjipantela as shadow...