US’ Weston: Whatever the result of Cyprus

"The increasing consensus among the other EU member countries is that if Turkey fulfills its responsibilities and there is still no resolution because of the Cypriot Greek side’s refusal in the referendum, then under these circumstances a Turkey that has fulfilled the Copenhagen Criteria should not be allowed to remain outside of the EU", Weston told a Washington press conference.

Weston further praised the Turkish side’s pivotal cooperation in progress towards a settlement, adding that a Greek rejection of the UN plan would be a major setback for all concerned. When Cypriots know more about the plan, said Weston, they will be more likely to vote yes on it.