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The Latest Breaking News from Cyprus

Captain and crew arrested after at least eight die in northern Cyprus ferry disaster – as it happened

An estimated 237 people have been rescued but 18 are missing after accident off the coast of northern Cyprus

The Guardian - UK · Aug 30

At least 7 dead after ferry carrying nearly 270 passengers and crew capsizes off northern Cyprus

At least seven people have died after a ferry carrying nearly 270 passengers and crew capsized off the coast of northern Cyprus

The Independent UK · Aug 30

Captain arrested after eight people die in ferry capsize off northern Cyprus

Eight other crew members who were on board when the boat set sail from Kyreneia have also been arrested. Investigations into the accident are still underway.

Euronews · Aug 30

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Ferry capsizes and sinks off northern Cyprus, killing 8

At least eight people died when a ferry carrying more than 260 people capsized and sunk off the coast of northern Cyprus on Sunday, according to local authorities. The ship's captain and seven crew members were arrested, said the prime minister of the self-proclaimed Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC).

France 24 · Aug 30

Captain and crew members ‘taken into custody’ after ferry capsizes off northern Cyprus, killing eight — latest

Full investigation promised by PM of Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus as rescue teams search for 23 missing

The Independent UK · Aug 30

Rival leaders of divided Cyprus agree to meet weekly after UN chief's visit

Cyprus has been divided since 1974, when Turkey invaded and occupied the northern third of the island in response to an Athens-engineered Greek Cypriot coup seeking unification with Greece.

Euronews · Aug 27

Eni doubles down on Egyptian gas: $8.5bn in investments and 230 new wells

The Italian energy giant is deepening its footprint in Egypt with a wave of new exploration, as Cairo pushes to become a regional gas hub.

Euronews · Aug 25

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In 2021, Cyprus submerged 93 sculptures to create an underwater forest; concrete trees rise from the seabed at different depths

An underwater sculpture park in Cyprus offers a unique habitat for marine life. This art installation, MUSAN, features concrete figures and trees on the seafloor. Scientists are observing marine life colonizing these structures, which is a positive sign. The Mediterranean faces significant climate threats, making such conservation efforts crucial. MUSAN…

The Economic Times · Aug 20

New rung on Iran's escalation ladder: A smart tactic or NATO war?

Iran reportedly considers attacking US military sites in Europe as a warning. This strategy aims to deter Washington from escalating its conflict with Tehran. Such actions could expose US forces and logistics across a wider geography. European nations might question hosting American troops due to retaliation risks. Iran seeks to…

The Economic Times · Aug 19

Iran Could Take The U.S. War To Europe If Washington Escalates, Report Claims

U.S. assets in Cyprus and Bulgaria have been considered as potential targets.

International Business Times · Aug 19

Ex-Rangers star's remarkable return target after open heart surgery

The National (Scotland) · Aug 19

EU-backed electricity link to Cyprus stalls amid regional tensions

The nearly €2 billion Great Sea Interconnector subsea cable would connect Cyprus to the EU's electricity system and end Nicosia's energy isolation. However, Turkey's maritime ambitions and financing issues have been stalling the project, which was meant to become operational in 2024.

Euronews · Aug 19

How Cyprus became one of Europe's biggest video game hubs

A small Mediterranean island now ranks among Europe's top 10 gaming markets by revenue — and third in the world for mobile downloads, behind only China and Vietnam.

Euronews · Aug 18

A grape variety from Cyprus is helping Australian vineyards survive extreme heat; growers using Xynisteri have cut water consumption by 75%, while the vines have survived temperatures above 45°C

When temperatures climb above 45 degrees Celsius and water is one of the most expensive inputs on a farm, survival may depend on looking backward. According to ABC News Information and Services, in South Australia's Riverland, growers are looking to a grape with thousands of years of history in the…

The Times of India · Aug 18

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Euronews · Aug 17

2026 Lima Grand Prix Day 3: A golden finish in Peru

Rafael Macedo, Mathilda Sophie Niemeyer, Gennaro Pirelli, Beatriz Souza and Giannis Antoniou took gold on the final day in Lima. Antoniou made history with Cyprus’s first Grand Prix title, bringing three days of world-class judo in Peru to a spectacular close.

Bangkok Post · Aug 15

Climate change helps invasive species thrive in Mediterranean

Marine biologists in Cyprus are tracking and controlling the spread of invasive species such as the lionfish in the Mediterranean Sea. It's part of a growing number of newcomers from the Red Sea and beyond that are displacing native species, reshaping food chains and threatening fisheries, experts say. - REUTERS

Euronews · Aug 11

What is the EU doing to tackle its growing water scarcity?

This summer's record heat has left 38 percent of Europe's land in drought. Overuse, mismanagement, and pollution have harmed lakes and rivers and worsened Europe’s water stress, prompting the EU to treat water scarcity as a major emergency.

Euronews · Aug 9

Cypriot natural gas flowing to Europe in 2028, says Cyprus Energy Minister

In an exclusive interview with the Associated Press, he highlights the progress of Cyprus's ongoing energy projects, which will also benefit EU citizens.

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Euronews · Aug 7

Cyprus energy minister: Meridiam's entry into Great Sea Interconnector is 'vote of confidence'

Nicosia's final decisions will be based on the findings of the European Investment Bank, which will also determine the final cost of the Greece–Cyprus power interconnection project, Michalis Damianos said.

Euronews · Aug 6

The last neutrals: Can four EU states adapt to Europe's defence shift?

Europe is rearming, Russia is threatening, and faith in the defensive protection given by the United States is wavering. Even as the bloc prepares for a more dangerous future, four EU countries are holding firm to neutrality.

The Independent UK · Aug 3

Man charged over death of son, 3, in Cyprus will attend UK funeral

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The Independent UK · Aug 3

British father charged over toddler son’s death in Cyprus allowed to fly home for funeral

The defendant's wife and other son, aged 5, left for the UK last week

Radio France Internationale · Aug 2

UN chief proposes fresh talks to Cyprus leaders, aiming to end 'frozen conflict'

United Nations chief Antonio Guterres travelled to Cyprus this week with an offer of new peace talks – the latest attempt to resolve a conflict that has outlasted 11 of his predecessors. The island's division, sealed by Turkey's 1974 invasion but rooted in the flawed power-sharing constitution of 1960, is…

Euronews · Jul 31

Cyprus: 44-year-old accused of spying on British base for Iran

The man, a dual British and Azerbaijani national, is being held in Cyprus while extradition proceedings are underway. It is the first British investigation abroad under the National Security Act.

The Independent UK · Jul 31

British man arrested after son’s death in Cyprus to petition court to attend funeral

The 37-year-old man and his family were on vacation in Paphos when the boy fell from the hotel’s fourth-floor window

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