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Cyprus’s EU presidency: seeking resilience in a new world order

Cyprus has assumed the presidency of the European Council at a volatile time for Europe, as international peace efforts struggle to end the war in Ukraine, the United States shifts its loyalties and economic headwinds weigh on spending priorities. RFI asked Fiona Mullen, director of Nicosia-based think tank Sapientia Economics,…

Radio France Internationale

Greece and Cyprus are welcoming 2026 without the bang

Athens and Nicosia are starting 2026 by turning down the volume on New Year’s celebrations

The Independent UK

Could Europe’s last divided nation finally be unified, and what would it mean for travellers?

Exclusive: Simon Calder takes soundings from both sides of the ‘green line’ that cuts through the nation and its capital

The Independent UK

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Trump says Putin ‘wants to get it done’ at tomorrow’s Alaska summit, as he floats idea of second meeting with Zelenskyy – as it happened

US president indicates in interview that any deal would not be made without Zelenskyy ahead of Friday’s meeting in Alaska

The Guardian - UK

Rival leaders of divided Cyprus seek progress on future amid various challenges

Republic of Cyprus' Deputy Government Spokesman Yannis Antoniou told Euronews the aim was a "comprehensive solution to the Cyprus problem".

Euronews

Indian PM Modi's visit to Cyprus - upgrade of Indo-European relations?

The Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit marks a shift in New Delhi's relations with both Nicosia and Brussels, as Cyprus takes over the rotating presidency of the Council of the European Union from 1 January.

Euronews

From abandoned beaches to Michelin-starred seafood: the hidden side of Cyprus

Ayia Napa and Larnaca may not appeal, but there are unseen sides to Cyprus that deserve a second look, writes Christopher Beanland

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Doubtful waste management: is Cyprus doing enough to fight illegal landfills?

The Republic of Cyprus has a serious issue with its waste management. The island recycles far less than required by European Union legislation and sends much more to landfill. It also has numerous illegal dumping grounds. What is the extent of the problem, and what are the possible solutions?

Euronews

Cyprus offers Syrians resettlement money to return home, migration minister says

Syrian nationals make up the largest group of asylum-seekers on the island.

Euronews

Syria will take back citizens trying to reach island by boat, Cyprus says

Human traffickers are cutting deals with local employers to bring in Syrians, according to Cyprus' deputy migration minister.

Euronews

Turkish Cypriots protest over what they say is Turkey's introduction of Islam into education system

Several thousand demonstrators gathered in the northern half of the ethnically divided capital of Nicosia to protest against what they say is an attempt by Turkey to erode their secular roots and strengthen the hold of political Islam over their society.

Euronews

Turkish Cypriots protest over what they say is Turkey's introduction of Islam into education system

Several thousand Turkish Cypriots took to the streets of the northern half of ethnically divided Cyprus’ capital Nicosia to protest what they say is Turkey’s attempt to erode their secular roots and to strengthen the hold of political Islam over their society

The Independent UK

Canadian veterans remember how they eased tensions as UN peacekeepers in ethnically split Cyprus

Two Canadian veterans who served with the U.N. peacekeepers in divided Cyprus have shared their recollections of their tour of duty

The Independent UK

Asylum seekers stuck in limbo as Cyprus rebuffs calls to act

Fifty-three asylum seekers ‘pushed back’ into UN-patrolled buffer zone that bisects the southern European country

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Al Jazeera

Turkey’s Erdogan, Cyprus president see different paths for divided island

Turkish leader says he sees no point in UN-led talks as Christodoulides declares reunification is the only way forward.

International Business Times

Sirens In Cyprus Mark 50 Years Since Turkish Invasion

Sirens pierced the pre-dawn quiet in Cyprus on Saturday to mark 50 years since Turkish troops landed on the Mediterranean island in an invasion that has left it divided to this day.

The Guardian - UK

Archive, 1974: Turkey invades Cyprus

On 20 July 1974, thousands of Turkish troops landed in northern Cyprus, five days after an Athens-orchestrated coup had taken place on the island

International Business Times

'Common Language': Divided Cyprus Brought Together By Art

In Nicosia's old town, Alexis Sunder prepares for a concert with six other young Greek and Turkish Cypriot members of a band that aims to connect the residents of the divided island.

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Al Jazeera

Hezbollah’s threat caught Cyprus off guard, what are the issues at stake?

Hezbollah has several concerns about Cyprus, analysts say, and can ‘attack’ it in more ways than one.

The Guardian - UK

Cyprus stresses neutrality after Hezbollah threat over Israel war

Officials say Cyprus is ‘pillar of peace’ amid shock at warning it could become a target for Lebanese group

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Cypriot Police Rescue 60 Syrian Migrants from Stranded Boat

Cypriot police rescue 60 Syrian migrants stranded at sea for six days, highlighting the need for action against people-smuggling and improved border security.

The Independent UK

Inside abandoned airport untouched for 50 years with rotting plane still on runway

Nicosia International Airport ceased its commercial flights following the Turkish invasion in 1974

Zenger

Israeli Prime Minister And Cypriot President Vow To Increase Security And Economic Cooperation

Benjamin Netanyahu and Nikos Christodoulides discuss the export of Israeli natural gas to Europe through Cyprus

France 24

'I feel like I'm stuck': Living in Europe's last divided capital

What's it like to live in the last divided capital city in Europe? Sude and Orestis both live in Nicosia, Cyprus. They’re both 22, both medical students with a passion for political science – yet they live under two different governments.

Reuters

Fire damages Russian cultural centre in Cyprus, Moscow cites 'terrorist attack'

A fire damaged a Russian cultural centre in the Cypriot capital Nicosia on Wednesday, prompting Moscow to denounce what it called a "terrorist attack."

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