Cyprus
Cyprus
Kissinger Owed an Apology to Greece and Cyprus
A year before Henry Kissinger's death Michael Rubin, a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute wrote a polemic calling on him to apologize to Greece and Cyprus over his role during the Turkish invasion of 1974.
Writing in the...
Cyprus
Cyprus Invites Foreign Experts on Russian Sanction Evasion Inquiry
The president of Cyprus said Monday he asked an unnamed “third country” to send a team of experts to help the inquiry on how Cypriot financial service providers helped Russian oligarchs skirt international sanctions.
In an interview with the Associated...
Crime
Cyprus Investigates How Local Companies Help Russian Oligarchs
Cyprus law enforcement is investigating the attempted £1 billion (about $1.2 billion) stake transfer by a Russian oligarch on the day he faced EU sanctions. The inquiry is currently in progress, The Guardian reported.
This revelation follows the disclosure that...
Cyprus
Russia Attacks Cyprus-owned Ship in Port of Odesa, Ukraine
At least one person has been killed after a Russian missile struck a Cyprus-owned ship entering the Ukrainian Black Sea port of Odesa, Ukrainian officials say.
According to the southern defense forces, the KMAX RULER vessel was struck by an...
Culture
Greek and Cypriot Dialects: Distinct Varieties of the Same Language
Greek and Greek Cypriot dialects are distinct varieties of the Greek language that has evolved over the millennia.
They share a common linguistic heritage, but they have developed distinctive features over time due to historical, geographical, and cultural factors. These...
Ancient Greece
10 Must Visit Archaeological Sites in Cyprus
Cyprus carries a long history mirrored through archaeological sites scattered in between its cities and the countryside.
From expansive ancient cities and the mysterious Neolithic settlements, to the many Roman ruins and unyielding medieval castles, the island boasts many historical...
Cyprus
‘First Black Briton’ Turns Out Was a Woman Likely from Cyprus
The "first black Briton" that lived in an English village 1,800 years ago turns out to be most likely a lady from Cyprus, according to new DNA analysis.
The ancient skeleton discovered in Beachy Head, East Sussex, lived during the...
Cyprus
Record Number of Greek Cypriots Seen in Occupied Northern Cyprus
Turkish Cypriot media has reported a Greek Cypriot influx in the occupied northern parts of Cyprus. There has been a record number of arrivals of Greek Cypriots through the checkpoints. The numbers overshadow the significance of Ercan (Tymbou) airport.
According...
Cyprus
Cyprus and Karabakh: Parallels of Destruction
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Akin to Karabakh, Cyprus has suffered. Turkish forces have killed hundreds of Cypriots and forcibly converted Ancient Greek churches across the occupied North of Cyprus, a similar genocide carried out now by Azerbaijan against Armenians.
By Julian McBride
For the past...
Cyprus
Halloumi Cheese Makes Up 20% of Cyprus’ Exports
In the first quarter of 2023, Cyprus' halloumi cheese exports increased sharply, accounting for 20 percent of the country's total product exports. The figures, totaling €111.8 million, were revealed by Petros Xenophontos, Minister of Agriculture, Rural Development, and Environment...
Cyprus
Christodoulides Urges Erdogan to Collaborate for Peace in Cyprus
Cyprus President, Nikos Christodoulides, in his UN General Assembly address, called on Turkish leader Recep Tayyip Erdogan for collaboration. He underlined a need to promote peace in Cyprus and Turkey, emphasizing the importance of dialogue and adherence to international...
Cyprus
American Deterrence, Not Appeasement, is Needed in Cyprus
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America historically has shown favor towards Turkey more so than Greece or Cyprus in the region due to the geographic importance of Turkey. Now is the time for America to treat Turkish aggression in the Eastern Mediterranean the same...
Cyprus
The Joint Statement of the Greece, Cyprus, Israel Summit
Greece, Israel, and Cyprus on Monday reaffirmed their commitment to deepening trilateral cooperation in multiple fields.
“During our discussion, we reaffirmed our aim to intensify collaboration in many fields, including energy, security, defense, economy, and academia,” said Greek Cypriot leader...
Cyprus
Greece, Israel and Cyprus Agree to Deepen Alliance
The leaders of Greece, Israel, and Cyprus, meeting in Nicosia on Monday, agreed to deepen their alliance in the Eastern Mediterranean with a particular emphasis on energy and security.
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, President of the Republic of Cyprus Nikos...
Cyprus
The Oldest Wine in the World
Commandaria, an amber-colored sweet dessert wine from Cyprus, has the prestigious distinction of being the oldest named wine still in production today.
The name dates back to the arrival of the Crusaders in Cyprus in the 12th century, but the...