George Kyris
@georgekyris.bsky.social
Associate Professor @ POLSIS, University of Birmingham: https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/staff/profiles/gov/kyris-george.aspx
Chair: https://ecpr.eu/Group/statehood-sovereignty-conflict
State recognition, international organisations, conflict, sovereignty.
Chair: https://ecpr.eu/Group/statehood-sovereignty-conflict
State recognition, international organisations, conflict, sovereignty.
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George Kyris
@georgekyris.bsky.social
· Nov 11
State recognition and dynamic sovereignty - George Kyris, 2022
This study reflects on sovereignty as dynamic, whereby associated conditions, like recognition, fluctuate in quality and quantity within a unit and over time, a...
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As intro, my last 3 publications:
- The recognition of a right to statehood and Palestine: www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
- The UNPO and international society (w/ M Brisland): academic.oup.com/isagsq/artic...
- State Recognition and Dynamic Sovereignty: journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10....
- The recognition of a right to statehood and Palestine: www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
- The UNPO and international society (w/ M Brisland): academic.oup.com/isagsq/artic...
- State Recognition and Dynamic Sovereignty: journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10....
East Timor, Asia's youngest nation, becomes ASEAN's 11th member | Reuters share.google/QlFX3pbfV3Jv...
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October 27, 2025 at 6:01 PM
East Timor, Asia's youngest nation, becomes ASEAN's 11th member | Reuters share.google/QlFX3pbfV3Jv...
Pro-reunification Tufan Erhurman has Turkish Cypriot presidency electio by a landslide, one of the biggest % ever-a crystal clear message that Turkish Cypriots want reunification.
It is now up to Greek Cypriot leadership, who say they want reunification, to put their money where the mouth is.
It is now up to Greek Cypriot leadership, who say they want reunification, to put their money where the mouth is.
October 19, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Pro-reunification Tufan Erhurman has Turkish Cypriot presidency electio by a landslide, one of the biggest % ever-a crystal clear message that Turkish Cypriots want reunification.
It is now up to Greek Cypriot leadership, who say they want reunification, to put their money where the mouth is.
It is now up to Greek Cypriot leadership, who say they want reunification, to put their money where the mouth is.
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The Trump administration might see statehood as an 'aspiration' of Palestinians, but for the collective of the international community throughout a century or so, Palestinian statehood is a right, so clearly and repeatedly spelled out.
www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
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September 30, 2025 at 7:11 PM
The Trump administration might see statehood as an 'aspiration' of Palestinians, but for the collective of the international community throughout a century or so, Palestinian statehood is a right, so clearly and repeatedly spelled out.
www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
The Trump administration might see statehood as an 'aspiration' of Palestinians, but for the collective of the international community throughout a century or so, Palestinian statehood is a right, so clearly and repeatedly spelled out.
www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
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September 30, 2025 at 7:11 PM
The Trump administration might see statehood as an 'aspiration' of Palestinians, but for the collective of the international community throughout a century or so, Palestinian statehood is a right, so clearly and repeatedly spelled out.
www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
Canada recognizes a Palestinian state. Israel says it's a non-starter. So what does it mean for Palestinians?
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Canada recognizes a Palestinian state. Israel says it's a non-starter. So what does it mean for Palestinians? | CBC News
What does the recognition of a Palestinian state signify? With Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu continuing to reject a two-state solution, is it merely symbolic or might it have some practica...
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September 27, 2025 at 2:43 PM
Canada recognizes a Palestinian state. Israel says it's a non-starter. So what does it mean for Palestinians?
www.cbc.ca/news/world/i...
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My thoughts on Palestines's recognition:
- they aren't illegal or condoning Hamas
- they make those that don't recognise Palestine more isolated
- they will improve Palestinian diplomacy
- but aren't enough for stopping Israel's war and occupation.
More:
theconversation.com/the-uk-canad...
- they aren't illegal or condoning Hamas
- they make those that don't recognise Palestine more isolated
- they will improve Palestinian diplomacy
- but aren't enough for stopping Israel's war and occupation.
More:
theconversation.com/the-uk-canad...
The UK, Canada and Australia have recognised Palestine – what does that mean? Expert Q+A
Diplomatic recognition, when done in concert, carries more heft than isolated gestures – and governments know this.
theconversation.com
September 22, 2025 at 4:15 PM
My thoughts on Palestines's recognition:
- they aren't illegal or condoning Hamas
- they make those that don't recognise Palestine more isolated
- they will improve Palestinian diplomacy
- but aren't enough for stopping Israel's war and occupation.
More:
theconversation.com/the-uk-canad...
- they aren't illegal or condoning Hamas
- they make those that don't recognise Palestine more isolated
- they will improve Palestinian diplomacy
- but aren't enough for stopping Israel's war and occupation.
More:
theconversation.com/the-uk-canad...
US vetoes,
again,
UN Security Council resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza, the lifting of aid restrictions and the release of hostages.
All rest 14 members approved.
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again,
UN Security Council resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza, the lifting of aid restrictions and the release of hostages.
All rest 14 members approved.
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US vetoes UN Security Council Gaza ceasefire call again
The US has vetoed a United Nations Security Council resolution which called for a ceasefire in Gaza, the lifting of aid restrictions and the release of hostages.
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September 18, 2025 at 9:36 PM
US vetoes,
again,
UN Security Council resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza, the lifting of aid restrictions and the release of hostages.
All rest 14 members approved.
share.google/Aqall7VKiDsF...
again,
UN Security Council resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza, the lifting of aid restrictions and the release of hostages.
All rest 14 members approved.
share.google/Aqall7VKiDsF...
US vetoes,
again,
UN Security Council resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza, the lifting of aid restrictions and the release of hostages.
All rest 14 members approved.
share.google/Aqall7VKiDsF...
again,
UN Security Council resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza, the lifting of aid restrictions and the release of hostages.
All rest 14 members approved.
share.google/Aqall7VKiDsF...
US vetoes UN Security Council Gaza ceasefire call again
The US has vetoed a United Nations Security Council resolution which called for a ceasefire in Gaza, the lifting of aid restrictions and the release of hostages.
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September 18, 2025 at 9:36 PM
US vetoes,
again,
UN Security Council resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza, the lifting of aid restrictions and the release of hostages.
All rest 14 members approved.
share.google/Aqall7VKiDsF...
again,
UN Security Council resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza, the lifting of aid restrictions and the release of hostages.
All rest 14 members approved.
share.google/Aqall7VKiDsF...
The European Parliament passes resolution asking EU member states to recognise Palestine - its strongest wording about recognition so far.
'... Calls on the Member States to consider recognising the State of Palestine with a view to achieving the two-state solution'.
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'... Calls on the Member States to consider recognising the State of Palestine with a view to achieving the two-state solution'.
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Texts adopted - Gaza at breaking point: EU action to combat famine, the urgent need to release hostages and move towards a two-state solution - Thursday, 11 September 2025
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September 17, 2025 at 9:01 PM
The European Parliament passes resolution asking EU member states to recognise Palestine - its strongest wording about recognition so far.
'... Calls on the Member States to consider recognising the State of Palestine with a view to achieving the two-state solution'.
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'... Calls on the Member States to consider recognising the State of Palestine with a view to achieving the two-state solution'.
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The absurdity of Cyprus (and other divided societies):
Cyprus national 🏀 team uses the national anthem of Greece, a different country, which obviously doesn't represent the Turkish Cypriots of the country (and I am pretty sure many Greek Cypriots either).
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Cyprus national 🏀 team uses the national anthem of Greece, a different country, which obviously doesn't represent the Turkish Cypriots of the country (and I am pretty sure many Greek Cypriots either).
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Greece and Cyprus share a moment with joint national anthem
The day when Greece and Cyprus heard their common national anthem together has arrived!Those who attended the match between Cyprus and Greece at the Spyros Kyprianou stadium for the second matchday of...
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August 31, 2025 at 12:51 PM
The absurdity of Cyprus (and other divided societies):
Cyprus national 🏀 team uses the national anthem of Greece, a different country, which obviously doesn't represent the Turkish Cypriots of the country (and I am pretty sure many Greek Cypriots either).
share.google/JmfYItPkkfOQ...
Cyprus national 🏀 team uses the national anthem of Greece, a different country, which obviously doesn't represent the Turkish Cypriots of the country (and I am pretty sure many Greek Cypriots either).
share.google/JmfYItPkkfOQ...
Unbelievable.
'BBC News - US blocks Palestinian leader from attending UN meeting in New York'.
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'BBC News - US blocks Palestinian leader from attending UN meeting in New York'.
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US blocks Palestinian leader Mahmoud Abbas from attending UN meeting in New York
The decision comes as France leads international efforts to recognise a Palestinian state at the UN meeting next month.
www.bbc.com
August 30, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Unbelievable.
'BBC News - US blocks Palestinian leader from attending UN meeting in New York'.
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'BBC News - US blocks Palestinian leader from attending UN meeting in New York'.
www.bbc.com/news/article...
Watched Bosnia's Gori Vatra (Fuse) tonight.
Interesting themes of post-conflict international interventions, reconciliation, trauma and memory. I especially liked the ending.
Interesting themes of post-conflict international interventions, reconciliation, trauma and memory. I especially liked the ending.
August 17, 2025 at 8:32 PM
Watched Bosnia's Gori Vatra (Fuse) tonight.
Interesting themes of post-conflict international interventions, reconciliation, trauma and memory. I especially liked the ending.
Interesting themes of post-conflict international interventions, reconciliation, trauma and memory. I especially liked the ending.
Effective tricks from the Turkish Cypriots, juvenile mistake from the British...
'UK's trade envoy to Turkey resigns following visit to Northern Cyprus |
World News | Sky News'
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'UK's trade envoy to Turkey resigns following visit to Northern Cyprus |
World News | Sky News'
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UK's trade envoy to Turkey resigns following visit to Northern Cyprus
The MP for Manchester Rusholme, Afzal Khan, has resigned following a trip to the territory, which is not recognised by the British government as a self-declared independent nation.
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August 16, 2025 at 10:59 AM
Effective tricks from the Turkish Cypriots, juvenile mistake from the British...
'UK's trade envoy to Turkey resigns following visit to Northern Cyprus |
World News | Sky News'
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'UK's trade envoy to Turkey resigns following visit to Northern Cyprus |
World News | Sky News'
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Senegal’s Khassim Diagne poised to be UN’s new special representative in #Cyprus | Cyprus Mail
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Senegal’s Khassim Diagne poised to be UN’s new special representative in Cyprus
Senegalese diplomat Khassim Diagne has been put forward as the United Nations’ new special representative in Cyprus, the Cyprus Mail understands. Diplomatic sources informed the Cyprus Mail that Diagn...
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August 13, 2025 at 8:56 AM
Senegal’s Khassim Diagne poised to be UN’s new special representative in #Cyprus | Cyprus Mail
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#Australia to recognise #Palestine state at United Nations in September | Reuters
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Australia to recognise Palestinian state at United Nations in September
Australia will recognise a Palestinian state at next month's United Nations General Assembly, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Monday, a move that adds to international pressure on Israel after similar announcements from France, Britain and Canada.
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August 11, 2025 at 6:26 AM
#Australia to recognise #Palestine state at United Nations in September | Reuters
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New York Call is a collective recognition of sorts for Palestine (some have recognised, others plan to) and an invitation for more states to progress with recognition.
Full text:
www.canada.ca/en/global-af...
Full text:
www.canada.ca/en/global-af...
New York Call - Joint statement of the Ministers of Foreign Affairs
The Foreign Ministers of Andorra, Australia, Canada, Finland, France, Iceland, Ireland, Luxembourg, Malta, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal, San Marino, Slovenia and Spain, issued the following statement...
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July 31, 2025 at 8:07 AM
New York Call is a collective recognition of sorts for Palestine (some have recognised, others plan to) and an invitation for more states to progress with recognition.
Full text:
www.canada.ca/en/global-af...
Full text:
www.canada.ca/en/global-af...
Obviously this is not a serious foreign policy and it is deeply disappointing once again from Labour and the UK. Recognition should be about Palestine, not about punishing, or rewarding, Israel.
www.theguardian.com/politics/liv...
www.theguardian.com/politics/liv...
UK to recognise Palestinian statehood in September unless Israel agrees ceasefire and two-state solution, Starmer says – as it happened
UK also demands Hamas release all hostages, disarm, sign up to a ceasefire and accept that they will play no role in the government of Gaza
www.theguardian.com
July 29, 2025 at 6:19 PM
Obviously this is not a serious foreign policy and it is deeply disappointing once again from Labour and the UK. Recognition should be about Palestine, not about punishing, or rewarding, Israel.
www.theguardian.com/politics/liv...
www.theguardian.com/politics/liv...
'UK recognition would have a significant impact due to our historic connections and our membership on the UN Security Council.
British recognition of Palestine would be particularly powerful given its role as the author of the Balfour Declaration and the former Mandatory Power in Palestine'.
British recognition of Palestine would be particularly powerful given its role as the author of the Balfour Declaration and the former Mandatory Power in Palestine'.
221 MPs, from 9 parties, have sent a joint letter to the Prime Minister & Foreign Secretary urging them to recognise Palestine as a state now - thanks to @sarahchampionmp.bsky.social for coordinating.
July 25, 2025 at 6:45 PM
'UK recognition would have a significant impact due to our historic connections and our membership on the UN Security Council.
British recognition of Palestine would be particularly powerful given its role as the author of the Balfour Declaration and the former Mandatory Power in Palestine'.
British recognition of Palestine would be particularly powerful given its role as the author of the Balfour Declaration and the former Mandatory Power in Palestine'.
'The UK should immediately recognise the state of Palestine, a majority of MPs on the Commons foreign affairs committee have said'.
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July 25, 2025 at 7:28 AM
'The UK should immediately recognise the state of Palestine, a majority of MPs on the Commons foreign affairs committee have said'.
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“I sincerely hope that the international community can come together to make sure that we see an end of this war but also that we recognise the state of Palestine while there is a state of Palestine left to recognise.”
www.theguardian.com/world/2025/j...
www.theguardian.com/world/2025/j...
Starmer under pressure from cabinet to recognise Palestinian statehood
Exclusive: Wes Streeting among ministers pushing for action after calling Israeli attacks on aid sites ‘intolerable’
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July 22, 2025 at 6:38 PM
“I sincerely hope that the international community can come together to make sure that we see an end of this war but also that we recognise the state of Palestine while there is a state of Palestine left to recognise.”
www.theguardian.com/world/2025/j...
www.theguardian.com/world/2025/j...
Tamils rally in Brussels demanding justice and freedom for Tamil Eelam.
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In pictures - Tamils rally in Brussels demanding justice and freedom for Tamil Eelam | Tamil Guardian
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June 25, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Tamils rally in Brussels demanding justice and freedom for Tamil Eelam.
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Typical 'earned sovereignty' - awards reforms towards apparent better statehood with diplomatic recognition. Let's see how far the rewards will go...
'France says Palestinian Authority makes ‘unprecedented commitments’ to reform ahead of conference on statehood'
www.cnn.com/2025/06/10/e...
'France says Palestinian Authority makes ‘unprecedented commitments’ to reform ahead of conference on statehood'
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France says Palestinian Authority makes ‘unprecedented commitments’ to reform ahead of conference on statehood | CNN
France said it has received a letter from the Palestinian Authority that contains “concrete and unprecedented commitments” to reform as Paris prepares to co-chair a conference on Palestinian statehood...
www.cnn.com
June 12, 2025 at 7:35 AM
Typical 'earned sovereignty' - awards reforms towards apparent better statehood with diplomatic recognition. Let's see how far the rewards will go...
'France says Palestinian Authority makes ‘unprecedented commitments’ to reform ahead of conference on statehood'
www.cnn.com/2025/06/10/e...
'France says Palestinian Authority makes ‘unprecedented commitments’ to reform ahead of conference on statehood'
www.cnn.com/2025/06/10/e...