Cyprus

Turning Turkey’s double bind against it: How Israel is outsmarting Erdogan - opinion

The 1920 Treaty of Sèvres and the Ottoman collapse are behind Ankara’s fear of losing power; Jerusalem knows that regional bilateral agreements back Erdogan into a corner

Members of Turkey’s Presidential Guard Regiment.
Merkava Tank in southern Israel, on the border with Gaza, November 11, 2024.

Cyprus ramping up pressure on Tel Aviv while eyeing Israel’s Merkava tanks for its army - report

Shlomo Haimson in an undated picture.

IDF identifies remains of soldier killed in Cyprus, buried as unknown in Haifa since 1948

Turkish President and Leader of the Justice and Development (AK) Party, Recep Tayyip Erdogan addresses to the party members during the AK Party Group Meeting at the Grand National Assembly of Turkiye in Ankara, Turkiye on February 25, 2026.

The West’s illusions about Erdogan’s denialism was outrageous. The reaction to it was revealing


Israeli yacht lost at sea made contact with authorities, sailing home ahead of Storm Byron

"An initial inspection conducted indicates that the ship was not in distress but merely lost contact," the Transportation Ministry said in a statement.

Lightning illuminates the sky over the upper Galilee, during a rain storm on November 13, 2025.

In the eye of Storm Byron: Israeli, Cypriot, Greek authorities continue search for missing yacht

There were five people aboard the vessel, and their current condition remains unknown.

Lightning illuminates the sky over the upper Galilee, during a rain storm on November 13, 2025.

Storm Byron expected to reach Israel Wednesday, flash floods and heavy rain anticipated

Israel will expect between 100 and 150 mm of rain, with the storm hitting mainly the coastal areas, while rain is also expected in the north and the Negev.

An Israeli flag flutters as a thunderstorm rages in the Golan Heights, northern Israel, December 6, 2025

Liver flown from Cyprus saves Israeli woman in overnight mission, Rabin Medical Center says

Cross-border coordination led by Israel’s National Transplant Center enabled a rapid liver recovery in Nicosia and a successful transplant in Israel for 32-year-old Linoy Amsalem.

Dr Nesher & Dr Tennak performing the transplant surgery at Rabin Medical Center.

Holiday in Cyprus: The hottest winter escape

In December, Cyprus's Christmas villages add a magical holiday atmosphere while the local culinary scene, offers a taste of Cyprus at its best.

Christmas villages abound throughout Cyprus.

Greek Parliament approves $758 million purchase for 36 PULS launchers from Elbit Systems

This purchase seems to be the first step in a partnership that would include a $3 billion investment in creating a “multi-layered air and missile defense dome over Greece,” Greek media reported.

A PULS multiple rocket launcher miniature and artillery rockets by Israeli Elbit Systems is exhibited at the DEFEA Defence Exhibition, in Athens, Greece, May 8, 2025.

Israel loses to Germany 89-69 in World Cup qualifier debut

Germany tightened its defense after a close first quarter, holding Israel to 9 points in the second quarter and pulling away for an 89,69 win in the qualifier.

 Israel Coach Ariel Beit Halachmi aims to reinvigorate the national team ahead of tonight’s contest vs Croatia.

Cyprus court found Azeri man guilty of conspiracy to murder Israelis, terrorism charges dropped

The Nicosia Criminal Court sentenced 42-year-old Orhan Asadov to six and a half years for conspiracy to murder, with his release date expected for 2026.

Cypriot police secure the area outside the Great Synagogue of Larnaca.

New cybersecurity program links Israeli teens with peers in Greece, Cyprus

The program is launched in memory of fallen soldier Sgt. Uri Nehemia Ashkenazi, who was killed in Rafah in August 2024.

 Israeli cyber security; illustration.

No need to fly far: The island just 40 minutes from Israel, perfect for a family winter vacation

Enjoy mild sunshine, green views, adventure parks, and great prices. Cyprus in winter is calm, tasty, and easy to explore - the perfect time to experience the island’s quiet beauty.

Larnaca, Cyprus.