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1. Cooperation among Cyprus, Greece, and Egypt essential for stability in the Eastern Mediterranean

In a fluid and volatile international environment, closer cooperation among Cyprus, Greece, and Egypt has become essential to ensure peace and stability in the Eastern Mediterranean....

2. Cyprus steps up to protect religious minorities in the Middle East

In a region undergoing profound structural changes and historic power realignments, the Republic of Cyprus is not just observing the shifting dynamics, but actively seeking a role for itself in shaping the future....

3. Cyprus’ Deputy Minister for European Affairs outlines vision for 2026 EU Presidency

In an exclusive interview by Kathimerini's George Kakouris, Deputy Minister of State for European Affairs Marilena Raouna described the upcoming Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the EU in 2026 as both a significant challenge and an unparalleled opportunity....

4. UK and US Ambassadors highlight Cyprus’ growing role in regional affairs

The British High Commissioner Designate to Cyprus, Michael Tatham, and US Ambassador Julie Fisher underscored Cyprus’ importance in the region during the Economist’s 20th Annual Cyprus Summit on Thursday....

5. Soula Hadjikyriakou, veteran journalist and documentarian, dies after battle with cancer

Soula Hadjikyriakou, a celebrated journalist known for her dedication to truth and her tireless pursuit of impactful storytelling, passed away after a prolonged battle with cancer. ...

6. Christodoulides and Erdogan hold rare talks at European Summit in Budapest

President Nicos Christodoulides and Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan engaged in an informal meeting Thursday on the sidelines of the European Political Community (EPC) summit in Budapest....

7. Whether its Kamala or Trump, Greece is confident in US relations

As Greece watches Tuesday's U.S. presidential election, officials in Athens believe the country’s relationship with the U.S. will remain steady regardless of who wins, Kamala Harris or Donald Trump. ...

8. Christodoulides criticized for inconsistent policy on Turkey’s EU role

On February 2-3, 2024, the Belgian presidency of the Council of the European Union hosted an informal meeting of Foreign Ministers, known as the Gymnich, in Brussels....

9. Anastasiades speaks out on Cyprus solution, corruption, and political ties

In one of his most candid interviews to date, former President Nicos Anastasiades discussed the Cyprus problem and the talks held in Crans-Montana with Marina Economides in "K". ...

10. EU faces internal struggle over Hungarian presidency boycott

According to Kathimerini's Pavlos Xanthoulis, the European Union is facing a delicate situation as it grapples with the Hungarian Presidency and the upcoming informal Council of Foreign Ministers, known as Gymnich, scheduled for August 28-29 in Budapest....

11. UK parties to support Cyprus reunification ahead of election

UK political parties have responded to a call by the National Federation of Cypriots in the UK to pledge their support for a free and reunified Cyprus, as stipulated in relevant UN Security Council resolutions....

12. Cyprus-EU alliance against Hezbollah threats reinforced

Cyprus, as a member of the European Union, found itself drawn into recent geopolitical tensions involving statements by Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah....

13. Austrian parliament leader in Cyprus for talks

The President of the National Council of the Austrian Parliament (Nationalrat) Wolfgang Sobotka, arrives on Tuesday in Cyprus for an official visit......

14. President engages in diplomatic dialogue with Cuellar

Government Spokesperson Konstantinos Letymbiotis said on Friday that a meeting between President of the Republic Nikos Christodoulides and UNSG's personal envoy for Cyprus Maria Angela Holguin is scheduled to take place in the first ten days of May....

15. Government demands sanctions against Russia at EU council

Cyprus remains extremely concerned for the situation in the Gaza Strip, Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos said in his remarks at the Foreign......

16. Cyprus reiterates non-recognition of Kosovo's independence

In a statement to CNA on Thursday, Cyprus' Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Theodoros Gotsis, reaffirmed the nation's enduring positions regarding Kosovo. ...

17. Hungary's Foreign Minister tackles EU presidency and global challenges

Hungary's Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade Péter Szijjártó, begins a working visit to Cyprus on Tuesday 2 April 2024, following an invitation by the Minister of Foreign Affairs Constantinos Kombos....

18. Wave of 500 migrants arrive in Cyprus within 48 hours

Two boats carrying a total of 68 migrants arrived in Cyprus during the night. ...

19. Amalthea talks gather more than 40 nations for Gaza route

Minister of Foreign Affairs, Constantinos Kombos, announced that representatives from over 40 countries will meet in Cyprus on March 21st to discuss the operational coordination......

20. Global diplomatic accord for Gaza aid fund

In a significant move to bolster humanitarian assistance to Gaza, ministers from Cyprus, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, Qatar, the United States, and a representative ...

21. Cyprus firm on expanding Russia sanctions

During the discussion at the European Union's Foreign Affairs Council (FAC) held in Brussels on Monday, Cyprus took a clear stance on the issue of EU sanctions against Russia for its invasion of Ukraine, which marks two years in two days. ...

22. Minister Kombos to support 13th Russian sanctions package

Cyprus supports the 13th package of sanctions against Russia, Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos said during the Foreign Affairs Council in Brussels on Monday....

23. Germany and France propose radical restructuring of EU decision-making

In an unprecedented move, Germany and France are advocating for profound changes in the operation and decision-making processes of the European Union (EU). ...

24. House President praises France’s support for Cyprus in Paris meetings

The strategic cooperation between Cyprus and France in the key sectors of security, defence, energy, tourism, trade and education and the mutual will to further deepen them, were emphasised by the President of the Parliament Annita Demetriou and French officials, with whom she met on Wednesday as part of her visit to France....

25. President contemplates restart amidst manipulation claims

The official first was Wednesday, January 10, for the new members of the Government after they officially received their portfolios from the President of the Republic Nikos Christodoulidis....

26. UN's new special envoy heads to Cyprus in early February

Unless something unexpected happens, Maria-Angela Kouegiar is expected to arrive in Cyprus in the first ten days of February after the formal renewal of the mandate of the UN peacekeeping force in Cyprus (UNFICYP) by the Security Council (SC) of the organization on January 30....

27. Finance Ministry undergoes administration overhaul

28. UK and Cyprus to strengthen global collaboration

The UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office Director General for Europe, Peter Wilson and the Republic of Cyprus Ministry of Foreign Affairs Permanent Secretary, Kyriacos Kouros chaired the first annual review of the UK-Cyprus Memorandum of Understanding....

29. UK accused of turning a blind eye to Israel-Palestine war

Concerns that the UK Foreign Office has neglected the Israel-Palestine conflict in its tilt to the Indo-Pacific and the pursuit of trade deals across the Middle East is to be investigated by the foreign affairs select committee....

30. Cyprus pursues humanitarian sea corridor for Gaza aid

Consultations on an initiative to create a humanitarian maritime corridor continue both in Nicosia and through the Foreign Minister's ongoing contacts with countries in the region....