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181. Turkey still fails to meet legal requirements for return to F-35 program, US says

Turkey has not yet fulfilled the legal requirements necessary to rejoin the F-35 program, the US Department of State makes clear in a letter to Congress dated July 22, 2026, obtained by Kathimerini Greece....

182. Von der Leyen pledges full EU support for renewed Cyprus peace efforts

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has reaffirmed the EU's support for renewed efforts to reach a settlement of the Cyprus issue following a meeting with the United Nations Secretary-General's Personal Envoy for Cyprus, María Ángela Holguín....

183. Christodoulides: “Cyprus can be our common home”

For the first time in more than 15 years, a United Nations secretary-general is preparing to visit Cyprus, and President Nikos Christodoulides used a memorial event on Monday evening to send a clear message about what he believes the next chapter of the Cyprus problem should look like....

184. Cyprus’ path to Schengen: Implications for employers

185. Cyprus plans major overhaul of vehicle import rules and dealer licensing

With a focus on transparent procedures, clearly defined responsibilities, and stricter oversight of the import and sale of new and used vehicles, the Road Transport Department is advancing two legislative initiatives....

186. UN chief to visit Cyprus for high-level talks on island's 52nd year of division

UN Secretary-General António Guterres arrives in Cyprus on Monday evening, July 27, bringing a high-level delegation that includes Under-Secretaries-General Rosemary DiCarlo and Jean-Pierre Lacroix, along with Personal Envoy María Ángela Holguín. ...

187. Andy Burnham takes over as PM after Starmer’s dramatic exit

Britain has a new prime minister, with former Manchester mayor Andy Burnham taking the keys to Downing Street after replacing Keir Starmer as leader of the ruling Labour Party....

188. Nature thrives in Cyprus’s forgotten buffer zone

The United Nations buffer zone in Cyprus, often called the "dead zone," has transformed over five decades of isolation into a thriving sanctuary for regional wildlife....

189. Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou to leave Cabinet in reshuffle

Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou will be leaving her post as part of the government reshuffle expected to be announced by President Nikos Christodoulides, Deputy Government Spokesperson Yiannis Antoniou said on Thursday....

190. UN chief heads to Cyprus in fresh push to revive reunification talks

After years of stalled negotiations and little visible progress, the United Nations' top official is heading to Cyprus in a renewed effort to move the island's decades-old division forward....

191. A teaching job in Cyprus may no longer depend on waiting your turn

For many aspiring teachers in Cyprus, landing a permanent job can feel like a waiting game that lasts for years....

192. Dreaming of buying a home? Eurobank launches a guide to make the mortgage journey less confusing

For many couples in Cyprus, the dream of owning a home often begins with a late-night conversation....

193. Christodoulides: Cyprus talks gaining momentum, but ''not everything in UK report is accurate''

President Nikos Christodoulides said on Wednesday that recent developments show “mobility” on the Cyprus issue but cautioned that not everything reported in a recent Independent article reflects reality....

194. Nicosia and Murcia partner in €2m digital twin cities project

Nicosia Municipality has become one of the main partners in a European project designed to develop a new generation of connected digital twins for cities, supporting smarter urban planning and the continued digital development of local authorities....

195. Senior US Homeland Security officials visit Cyprus

The growing partnership between Cyprus and the United States was on full display this week as two senior US Homeland Security officials arrived on the island for high-level talks on security, migration and closer cooperation....

196. Turkish Cypriots reject EU appointment of new Cyprus envoy

A sharp diplomatic rift has opened between Brussels and the Turkish Cypriot leadership following the European Commission's decision to appoint a new special representative for Cyprus....

197. Waste tax could leave households paying more before recycling systems improve

Political parties are still weighing their positions before Parliament votes on Tuesday on legislation introducing a tax on municipal waste sent to landfill, with only two parties having already confirmed they will vote against the proposal....

198. A new safety net for Cyprus banks, or a brake on the economy?

The news that the Central Bank of Cyprus is considering activating the Systemic Risk Buffer came as a ''bombshell'' for local banks and, as expected, has divided opinion....

199. Turkey expected to sell S-400 system in bid to recover F-35 jets

Turkey is expected to announce the sale of its Russian-made S-400 air defense system, a decision that could clear the way for the country to receive six F-35 fighter jets that have remained undelivered since its removal from the program....

200. Costa and von der Leyen press for renewed Cyprus settlement efforts

The European Union has expressed optimism that recent diplomatic engagement could help revive efforts to resolve the Cyprus issue, following talks between senior EU officials and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan....

201. Larnaca looks to €12m equipment upgrade to reduce port dust

Larnaca Municipality has pledged to keep pressing for improvements in the port area after residents described ongoing problems linked to dust, neglected properties and poor cleanliness during a public meeting with Mayor Andreas Vyras....

202. From a Newsletter to the UEFA Champions League Final: Four Cyprus Airways Winners Share Their Story

This summer, ahead of announcing football legend Andrea Pirlo as its Global Brand Ambassador, Cyprus Airways launched a special competition for its newsletter subscribers, giving eight lucky winners the chance to attend the UEFA Champions League Final in Budapest....

203. Golden defence deals and tough messages to Putin and Iran

The 32 leaders sent a message of unity and a firm response to longstanding American pressure for greater European participation in collective defense through the joint declaration they adopted at the NATO Summit in Ankara. ...

204. The black van and the black snake that will devour us

Major twists and turns in the black van affair. Not my black van, of course, which, as everyone knows, is blessed and only keeps tabs on stories of social commentary. Some malicious souls call it nosiness or gossip. I'm talking about the real one, the original black van....

205. ESM report says Cyprus and Greece are the only eurozone countries expected to reduce debt through 2035

About half of the euro area countries, including the five member states that received assistance from the European Stability Mechanism (ESM), among them Cyprus, succeeded in reducing public debt and cutting deficits after the pandemic, thanks to the steady economic recovery and growing tax revenues....

206. Race against time for Cyprus missing as witnesses age and archives remain closed

Efforts to locate and identify individuals who vanished during past intercommunal violence and the 1974 invasion face an increasingly difficult timeline. Officials reported this week that vital eyewitness testimonies are rapidly disappearing as elderly sources pass away....

207. Landmark pension reform eyes January 2027 rollout with hikes up to 55%

A major overhaul of the Cypriot pension system is moving into its final legislative phases, promising tiered increases for all retirees when it takes effect on January 1, 2027....

208. Lidl Better Living Days concluded with great enthusiasm in Paphos, moving on to two stops in Limassol

After the Lidl Agios Pavlos store, Lidl Cyprus' summer wellness journey will travel to Lidl Agia Fylaxeos store on July 10 and 11 as well as to the Lidl Ypsonas store on July 17 and 18....

209. UN chief urges Cypriot leaders to seize fading window of opportunity for peace

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has delivered a direct message to the leaders of the Greek Cypriot and Turkish Cypriot communities, warning that the current momentum toward a political settlement is fragile and cannot be taken for granted....

210. Staffing gaps and construction noise plague Makarios Hospital children's cancer ward

A severe staffing shortage left just two nurses caring for 15 young patients at the Makarios Hospital pediatric oncology unit on a single night shift this week. ...