Connolly promised to be “a courageous voice” on foreign affairs as one of three pledges on her election leaflet: “As President, I will use my voice to promote peace at home and abroad.” Throughout her campaign, Connolly advocated for strongly-held positions on international affairs that are likely to raise eyebrows elsewhere.

Erhurman pledged that no foreign policy decisions concerning the TRNC would be made without first consulting with Türkiye.

Czech President Petr Pavel on Monday tapped Andrej Babis, leader of the populist ANO party that won a parliamentary election this month, to lead talks on forming a new government, the next step in the billionaire former prime minister's return to power.