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511. Greece sees first trans woman lead political party

Electra Rome Dochtshi has made history as the first transgender woman to lead a legally recognized political party in Greece. ...

512. More than 100 Syrian asylum applications rejected, officials say

More than 100 asylum applications from Syrian nationals have been rejected in recent weeks after failing to meet criteria set by international and European law....

513. Global anti-trafficking operation identifies 1,194 victims, arrests 158 suspects

A sweeping international crackdown on human trafficking has resulted in the identification of 1,194 potential victims and the arrest of 158 suspects, INTERPOL announced Friday....

514. Cyprus Parliament approves bill to align with Schengen VIS system

Cyprus’s House of Representatives on Thursday approved legislation paving the way for the country’s integration into the Schengen Area’s Visa Information System (VIS), a move seen as a significant step toward full accession to the Schengen zone....

515. Cyprus taps U.S. and EU defense funds to strengthen military

Cyprus is taking steps to strengthen its military capabilities with help from both the European Union and the United States, government officials announced on Wednesday, marking another sign of deepening strategic ties between Nicosia and Washington....

516. Rotterdam Port prepares for NATO shipments as Europe anticipates potential conflict with Russia

As NATO braces for the possibility of a large-scale war with Russia within the next five years, Europe’s largest port is transforming itself into a strategic military logistics hub....

517. Wizz Air is back in Israel - Flights to Tel Aviv take off on 8 August

518. EU gives Cyprus a nod on fighting corruption, but says it's not enough

Cyprus is making headway in the fight against corruption, according to the European Commission’s 2025 Rule of Law Report released Monday, but Brussels says more work is needed to strengthen accountability and speed up key reforms....

519. Lebanese President makes one-day visit to Cyprus for bilateral talks

President Nikos Christodoulides welcomed Lebanese President Joseph Aoun to Cyprus on Wednesday for a one-day official visit, marking a renewed commitment to strengthening ties between the two neighboring countries....

520. Rotterdam Port prepares to host NATO forces in case of conflict with Russia

Europe’s largest port is quietly preparing for a future that may include war....

521. Protests in Nicosia over ECHR ruling as calls mount for Assistant AG to resign

Public anger over Cyprus’ mishandling of a rape case, recently condemned by the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR), boiled over Monday as protestors gathered outside the Legal Service, calling for major reforms and the resignation of Assistant Attorney General Savvas Angelides....

522. Cyprus considers electricity bill surcharge to fund €25 million energy project payment

Cyprus is preparing to impose a temporary surcharge on electricity bills to fund a €25 million payment requested by Greece’s Independent Power Transmission Operator (ADMIE) for the Cyprus-Greece electricity interconnection project, energy officials told Parliament on Tuesday....

523. As Denmark takes the helm, Poland bowed out with a Jazzy farewell in Nicosia

Now that Denmark has officially taken over the rotating presidency of the Council of the European Union, the spotlight quietly begins to shift toward Cyprus, which is next in line in the Trio Presidency....

524. Cyprus Schengen entry in 2026? Don’t bet on it, says CIReN

President Nikos Christodoulides may have boldly promised that Cyprus will join the Schengen Area in 2026, but the facts on the ground paint a different and far more complicated picture....

525. ''I'm not stepping down'': Deputy AG stands his ground after ECHR slams Cyprus in rape case

Cyprus’ Deputy Attorney General, Savvas Angelides, has found himself at the center of a firestorm following a harsh ruling from the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR), which condemned the way a rape case involving a young woman was handled by the Legal Service and pointed directly at him for comments described as sexist and prejudiced....

526. Millions in Cyprus pollution fees diverted from green goals, critics say

Cyprus has collected hundreds of millions of euros in pollution fees over recent years, costs passed on to electricity consumers, yet much of that revenue is not being directed toward climate or clean energy projects as mandated by the European Union, raising concerns among environmental experts....

527. Cyprus to open euthanasia bill debate in September as government prioritizes end-of-life care

Parliament will begin an article-by-article debate in September on a controversial bill to legalize medically assisted death, with a full vote expected in January 2026. However, the government maintains the move is premature without first expanding palliative care services....

528. Doors open for global talent as Cyprus rolls out EU Blue Card

Starting Monday, July 7, non-EU professionals looking to live and work in Cyprus can officially apply for the EU Blue Card, a special residence and work permit for highly skilled workers....

529. Cyprus pressured to pay for stalled power cable project

Cyprus is under growing pressure from both Greece and Brussels to commit funds to the delayed Cyprus-Crete electricity cable project, despite serious concerns over its viability and geopolitical risks in the region....

530. Cyprus President urges UK to uphold role as guarantor power as talks expected to resume

President Nikos Christodoulides on Thursday urged the United Kingdom to fully embrace its responsibilities as a guarantor power in support of renewed efforts to resolve the Cyprus issue....

531. Denmark kicks off EU presidency with tough talk on migration

Denmark officially launched its six-month presidency of the Council of the European Union this week, with a firm focus on tightening migration controls, boosting European defense, and strengthening economic competitiveness....

532. French air traffic strike grounds 1,500 flights just as summer holidays take off

If your summer getaway includes flying over or through France this week, you might want to double-check your flight status, especially if you're one of nearly 300,000 passengers grounded by an air traffic control strike that’s thrown Europe’s skies into chaos....

533. ECHR rules Cyprus mishandled rape allegation, citing discrimination and procedural failures

The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) has ruled that Cypriot authorities violated the rights of a woman who alleged she was raped in 2011, finding the state failed to properly investigate and prosecute her claims and applied sexist stereotypes during the process....

534. Tatar: ''How can we make peace with this mentality?''

Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar has come to the defense of newly elected MEP and popular YouTuber Fidias Panayiotou, urging him not to back down in the face of fierce backlash over their two-hour interview....

535. A Mediterranean University for a shared future

In a world increasingly defined by fragmentation and crisis, education remains by far the most powerful tool to connect people. ...

536. EU pressures Cyprus over stalled power cable project

The European Commission is stepping up pressure on Cyprus to approve cost recovery measures for the stalled Great Sea Interconnector (GSI) electricity cable, amid mounting tensions between Nicosia and Athens over the ambitious but delayed project....

537. Cypriot MEP under fire for interview with Turkish Cypriot leader

A storm of political backlash and public outrage has erupted around Cypriot MEP and YouTuber Fidias Panayiotou, after news broke of his planned interview with Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar....

538. Wizz Air announces a new route from Larnaca!

Wizz Air, Europe’s most environmentally sustainable airline , is delighted to announce a new exciting direct route from Larnaca to Tirana....

539. Cyprus e-mobility grant scheme faces criticism as initial funding runs out

The recently launched e-mobility grant scheme in Cyprus has drawn criticism from the Association of Importers of Motor & Electric Vehicles (SEMHIO), which expressed serious concerns about the plan’s limited budget and structural shortcomings....

540. Ireland first to ban goods from Israeli settlements

Ireland is making history as the first European country to introduce a law banning the import of goods from Israeli settlements in the occupied Palestinian territories, a move that could send ripples across the EU and beyond....