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31. 2.2 million visitors since Varosha's reopening, Tatar says

Long-term goals for Varosha include the demolition and reconstruction of some buildings, as well as the renovation of others, which would contribute to the economy of the Turkish-occupied north, Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar said. ...

32. Cyprus celebrates 64th Independence Day with military parade

Cyprus marked its 64th Independence Day today with a military parade in Nicosia. Key political, religious, and military leaders, including President Nikos Christodoulides and Greece’s President Katerina Sakellaropoulou, attended the event alongside foreign ambassadors and defense officials....

33. Turkish Cypriot leader open to talks, holds firm on sovereignty

Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar, fresh from meetings with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres in New York, expressed willingness to engage in a trilateral meeting on the Cyprus issue but maintained his firm stance on sovereign equality and a two-state solution....

34. Erdogan reasserts Turkish claims on Cyprus at UN

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan doubled down on Ankara's territorial claims over Cyprus during his address to the UN General Assembly, further complicating peace efforts aimed at resolving the long-standing Cyprus dispute....

35. Two leaders, two visions for Cyprus

Significant developments emerged during the recent United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) as Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan reiterated his support for a two-state solution in Cyprus,...

36. Erdogan pushes for recognition of occupied north at UN Assembly

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan urged the international community to recognize the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus during his address at the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday....

37. Von der Leyen unveils new European Commission lineup

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has unveiled the list of new commissioners, including Kostas Kadis from Cyprus, who has been appointed as Commissioner for Fisheries and Oceans. ...

38. Tatar pushes two-state solution for Cyprus in London meetings

According to Kathimerini's Yiannis Ioannou, Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar has intensified his efforts to promote a two-state solution for Cyprus, emphasizing equal sovereignty for Turkish Cypriots and advocating for direct flights, trade, and diplomatic recognition of the self-declared Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC)....

39. US-Cyprus defence cooperation sparks Turkish backlash

Turkey condemned the signing of a roadmap this week to enhance U.S.-Cyprus defense cooperation, citing concerns about the impact on peace efforts and regional security....

40. UK rejects Tatar's two-state push

The National Federation of Cypriots in the UK has declared the Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar’s attempts to change the UK’s stance over the illegal pseudo-state in the occupied part of Cyprus as unsuccessful....

41. Cyprus urges UN Security Council to uphold peacekeeping principles

Maria Michael, Cyprus’ Permanent Representative to the United Nations, underscored the critical role of peacekeeping operations amidst global challenges to peace......

42. Cyprus to allow women voluntary military service starting 2025

President Nikos Christodoulides announced Sunday night that the Cypriot government will soon offer women the opportunity to voluntarily enlist in the National Guard following their completion of secondary or technical school education....

43. Slovak Ambassador stresses key role in Cyprus peace

Slovak Ambassador Martin Bezák highlighted Slovakia's significant role in promoting peace and security in Cyprus during an event celebrating the Constitution Day of the Slovak Republic. ...

44. Turkey's Fidan pushes equal sovereignty for Cyprus at EU talks

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan’s initial intervention during the informal summit of the Foreign Ministers of the EU in Brussels, on Thursday, was made without reference to the Cyprus problem, according to diplomatic sources....

45. What a federation means for Cyprus’ EU status

We say Cyprus is an indivisible, unified, consubstantial state that could become a federation....

46. Ships collide in disputed waters, China blames Philippines

47. Cyprus caught in a field of disinformation

In this Sunday's Kathimerini, Yiannis Ioannou writes that the recent presence of U.S. naval ships in Limassol has reignited a long-standing debate in Cyprus about its geopolitical alignment, particularly as tensions escalate in the Middle East. ...

48. Christodoulides questions past policies, signals change for Cyprus

Last week, Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides gave a bold interview to ALPHA, where he criticized former President Makarios' policies. ...

49. Protesters clash with Netanyahu’s defense of Gaza war at Capitol

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed a joint session of Congress on Wednesday, telling U.S. lawmakers, “our enemies are your enemies,”......

50. 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". ...

51. Erdogan and Tatar reject federal solution on 50th anniversary (pics)

Yesterday marked the 50th anniversary of the Turkish invasion of Cyprus in July 1974. Over half a century later, Cyprus remains in the same status quo as it had after that fateful day. Consequently, poignant memorials were held across the island, including in the occupied areas....

52. 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....

53. US, Cyprus launch strategic dialogue post Blinken-Kombos meeting

Cyprus and US confirmed Monday the strategic aspect of their relationship and set the timetable for the beginning of the Strategic Dialogue which is going to be starting in September....

54. Cyprus faces market uncertainties as exit plans delayed again

According to report by Panayiotis Rougalas in today's Oikonomiki, Cyprus faces a challenging time as it navigates plans to exit the financial markets. ...

55. Vasiliko: President dismisses 'velvet divorce' talks with Chinese firm

Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides dismissed reports of a "velvet divorce" with the Chinese state-owned company CPP regarding the liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal in Vasiliko....

56. Turkey to map marine parks in the Aegean

Turkey has announced its own initiative to map marine parks in the Aegean Sea, a move seen as retaliatory against Greece, according to an analysis in the Daily Sabah......

57. Funeral plans set for Raisi and officials after helicopter crash

Funeral ceremonies are set to begin on Tuesday for the late Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi following his death in a helicopter crash, as authorities probe what caused the aircraft to smash into the side of a remote mountainside during foggy weather on Sunday morning....

58. President urges EU action for final settlement of Cyprus problem

The Cyprus problem is a European issue par excellence and the European Union has every interest, but also obligation, to actively contribute through a leading role for its final settlement, using, utilizing all the politico-economic means and tools at its disposal in the context of EU-Turkey relations, President Nikos Christodoulides said in an address at an event on Thursday evening to mark Cyprus' 20th anniversary of accession....

59. Macron declares ''Europe is mortal,'' calls for unity

The 27-country bloc needs to urgently rethink its defence and economic models to not fall behind its rivals, the French leader said. ...

60. Turkish defense leaks signal Aegean park conflict

Tensions with Ankara have resurfaced again after Ankara’s objections to Greece’s announcement to designate marine parks, including one in the Aegean Sea....