The UK has removed special travel warning for Cyprus that had been introduced following heightened tensions in the Middle East, offering a positive signal for the island’s tourism sector at the peak of the summer season.
The updated guidance from...
Forty-eight Cypriot antiquities, including limestone vases and figurines dating from the Early Bronze Age to the Medieval period, were officially returned from a private collection in Greece.
Cyprus's Deputy Minister of Culture, Lina Kassianidou, received the antiquities from the Minister...
Archaeologists studying the Tombs of the Kings in Paphos, Cyprus, say the monumental burial complex reflects strong ancient Greek and Egyptian influences, offering new insight into the multicultural character of the Hellenistic world.
Cyprus’ Department of Antiquities announced Wednesday that it...
Archaeologists have uncovered part of a prehistoric Chalcolithic cemetery during a new excavation season at the site of Makounta in western Cyprus, according to the Department of Antiquities of the Deputy Ministry of Culture.
Kathlyn Grossman of North Carolina State...
A 24-year-old Israeli man was arrested at Tymbou Airport in Turkish-occupied northern Cyprus after officers found four human embryos in his luggage. opening a wider investigation into what authorities describe as an illegal cross-border trafficking operation.
The Israeli man was...
Archaeologists have completed the latest excavation campaign at the Sanctuary of ancient Greek god Apollo at Frangissa in the village of Pera Oreinis, uncovering major new evidence about the site’s ancient religious history, Cyprus’ Department of Antiquities said.
The excavation...
The political landscape of Cyprus is facing a major shakeup following Sunday’s legislative elections. Results show significant gains for the far-right, a strong showing by anti-corruption newcomers, and a victory for a prominent social media influencer.
Just over 500,000 voters...
Direct Democracy Cyprus secured entry into the new House of Representatives on Sunday, with party President Fidias Panayiotou hailing the result as the “birth” of a new political era in Cyprus.
In his first statement after the results were announced,...
Cyprus is heading into its parliamentary elections on May 24, 2026, framed by a climate of political fluidity and geopolitical challenges. While the island nation's traditionally dominant parties are locked in a fierce battle for first place, a wave...
The European Parliament plenary adopted on Wednesday a recommendation to the EU Council, the European Commission and EU foreign affairs representative, calling for the withdrawal of Turkish troops from Cyprus and the resumption of negotiations for a settlement.
The resolution...
Tourist arrivals in Cyprus recorded a drop of 27.6% in April, compared to the same month of 2025, falling to 303,031 from 418,730, according to data published by the Statistical Service (CyStat) on Monday, with the war in the...
The Israeli navy intercepted an activist flotilla sailing toward the Gaza Strip in an attempt to challenge Israel’s naval blockade of the enclave, according to the Global Sumud Flotilla aid mission.
“Military vessels are currently intercepting our fleet and IOF...
Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides addressed the Greek Parliament on Thursday, marking the first visit by a Cypriot head of state to the chamber in 16 years. He used the occasion to call for renewed efforts to reunify the divided...
“Jalla,” the title of Cyprus' entry into the Eurovision Song Contest 2026, has sparked a lively debate across social media and the Mediterranean. At first glance, many assumed the title was a variation of the Arabic or Maltese "Yalla"...
Cyprus has officially qualified for the Grand Final of the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 after singer Antigoni Buxton secured a place among the finalists with her performance of “Jalla” during the competition’s second semifinal.
The Cypriot entry impressed audiences with...
