Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be visiting Cyprus and Croatia during his journey to the G7 summit in Canada. The visit to Cyprus is considered a key strategic move amid strained relations between India and Turkey. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s support for Pakistan during India’s Operation Sindoor has caused diplomatic unease. This trip will mark the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Croatia since its formation in 1991. Cyprus’s role as the rotating presidency of the EU Council in 2026 is of importance, adding weight to the visit. The island nation has a history of conflict with Turkey. Cyprus condemned the Pahalgam terror attack, which has strengthened ties with India. The visit offers India a chance to shape discussions within the EU.
