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Cyprus’ uneasy relationship with the British monarchy
Cyprus on Thursday joined the international community in offering condolences for the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, who during her long reign had not been received well by at least a section of Greek Cypriots.
“We offer our most sincere condolences for the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II,” President Nicos Anastasiades said in a Tweet posted around 9.40pm local time.
- Elias Hazou
- CyprusMail
“At these difficult times our thoughts are with the @RoyalFamily and the people of the United Kingdom.”
The late Queen was born Elizabeth Alexandra Mary Windsor in 1926.
She was the longest-serving monarch after reigning for 70 years.
Elizabeth, who died on…