Cyprus

Turkey the new Iran? Ankara's growing challenge to Western interests - opinion

Turkey’s growing regional influence and ties to Hamas challenge NATO and US security.

|BySINAN CIDDI, NATALIE ECANOW
Iran and Iraq map. Ilustration.
TOURISTS ENJOY the beach in Ayia Napa, Cyprus, October 5, 2024.

Israelis in Cyprus report strong sense of safety despite rising crime concerns

Security remains high for Israelis and Jews on the island even as officials note a modest increase in reported crime and shifting demographics.

|ByDARIO SANCHEZ/THE MEDIA LINE
The entrance of RAF Akrotiri, a British sovereign base in Cyprus, which was hit by an unmanned drone overnight, causing limited damage, Cyprus March 2, 2026.

UK says Cyprus Akrotiri base will not be used in US strikes on Iran targets

"RAF Akrotiri would not be involved in the UK's continuation of its agreement with the US to use UK bases in collective self-defense of the region," a spokesperson for Starmer's office said.

|ByREUTERS
Smoke rises from a burning building hit by an Iranian drone strike, in Seef district, Manama, Bahrain, February 28, 2026

Araghchi denies Iran targets civilians, ready to form regional committee to probe strikes - report

Addressing Iran's overnight strikes targeting Citibank in Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates, Araghchi stated in the interview that they were retaliation for the recent attack on Iran's Bank Sepah.

|ByMIRIAM SELA-EITAM

Cyprus-Israel gas deal back on agenda despite missile threats

Cyprus's president visited Israel after a Houthi missile slammed into the airport. During his visit, he called for unity and reignited stalled gas field talks.

MAY 4, 2025ByGREER FAY CASHMAN
Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu meet with representatives from their respective countries on May 4, 2025.

Turkish Cypriots protest new rule permitting hijab in schools

The new ruling comes after an eighth-grade student was barred from entering a Nicosia school for wearing a hijab.

MAY 4, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Protesters demonstrate against a new regulations allowing young women to wear hijabs in secondary school in the northern part of the Cypriot capital Nicosia, in the self-proclaimed Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC). May 2, 2025.

Planes from Cyprus, Croatia, Italy, France to provide support as firefighters battle inferno

The massive blaze continues to rage as over 120 firefighting and rescue teams attempt to contain the spreading fire.

MAY 1, 2025ByDR. ITAY GAL
Aircraft dispersing fire-retardant materials

Cyprus court acquits five Israeli men of 2023 gang rape charges

The case was dismissed after the court rejected the accuser’s testimony, calling her story inconsistent and contradictory. 

MARCH 31, 2025ByJOANIE MARGULIES
A flag of Cyprus flies on a vessel of the Port and Marine Police in Ayia Napa Marina, Cyprus December 6, 2023.

From the shores of Greece to the wild nature of Zanzibar: Three destinations at unbeatable prices

Arkia Airlines offers attractive vacation packages to Zanzibar, Athens, and Larnaca, including direct flights and accommodation in centrally located 4-star hotels. The offer is valid until March 30.

MARCH 29, 2025ByMEITAL SHARABI/MAARIV
Zanzibar

Syria joins French summit on sanctions, security, and Israeli presence in country

Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa along with the Lebanese President, Cypriot President and Greek Prime Minister were invited by France to join a summit in Nimes.

MARCH 28, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Syria’s interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa attends an interview with Reuters at the presidential palace, in Damascus, Syria March 10, 2025.

Ayia Napa gang rape: EU human rights court finds UK woman faced unfair investigation

The court said that Cyprus must pay the woman 20,000 Euros and another 5,000 Euros for legal expenses.

FEBRUARY 27, 2025ByEVE YOUNG
Women activists hold a banner in support of an allegedly raped British person outside the courthouse in Paralimni, Cyprus October 5, 2023.

Good news for northern residents: Paphos for only $99

Air Haifa will launch direct flights to Paphos in April, with 30% off for bookings made by midnight tomorrow.

FEBRUARY 26, 2025ByMEITAL SHARABI/MAARIV
Paphos

Israel's Air Haifa airline to launch Paphos flights

This will be Air Haifa's third overseas route, Larnaca, in Cyprus and the Greek capital, Athens.

FEBRUARY 19, 2025BySTAV LIVNE/GLOBES/TNS
An Air Haifa plane at Haifa International Airport

No Jewish child left behind: Educators unite in Cyprus for the Yael Foundation summit

EDUCATION AFFAIRS: The Jerusalem Post joined the annual summit of the philanthropic Yael Foundation that supports Jewish education worldwide

FEBRUARY 15, 2025ByDANIELLE GREYMAN-KENNARD
UKRAINIAN TEACHERS told the ‘Post’ that their role had been to create a space for students to enjoy their youth and have a semblance of routine during wartime. Here, the Jewish educators receive an award recognizing their efforts and commitments to providing a quality Jewish education.