Ursula von der Leyen visited Cyprus. She is the head of the European Commission. This visit was important. Cyprus is now leading the European Union for six months. The visit showed the EU wants peace for Cyprus. It also showed Cyprus's big role in the EU.
Ms. von der Leyen met President Nikos Christodoulides. This showed the presidency is important. Other EU people also met Cyprus ministers. They talked about EU plans. Cyprus wants better defence and safety. Its place helps with this.
Ms. von der Leyen also saw the Green Line. This line divides Nicosia and Cyprus. It has been there for a long time. She saw it with President Christodoulides. This helped her see the long division.
President Christodoulides talked about the sad division. He said the streets were quiet but strong. He said the people of Cyprus are strong. They have had hard times but kept going.
Ms. von der Leyen said Cyprus can lead the EU well. Cyprus is between places and cultures. This helps it talk and make friends. The island can help guide EU plans. The visit ended with a talk for news. It showed good links and shared aims. This means more work between Brussels and Nicosia. They want to find peace for the island.