PERSPECTA

News from every angle

Results for "Cypriots"

192 stories found

No reports of Cypriots in Himalayan landslide area
Worldn1-serbiacyprus-mail1d ago2 sources

No reports of Cypriots in Himalayan landslide area

There have so far been no reports of Cypriots being present in the area of the Himalayas affected by a landslide, the foreign ministry said on Wednesday. Foreign ministry spokesman Theodoros Gotsis told the Cyprus News Agency that the ministry was monitoring developments. Asked whether any Cypriots were known to be in the affected area, […]

Cypriots' 'Know-It-All' Culture Examined
Culturein-cyprus10d ago

Cypriots' 'Know-It-All' Culture Examined

An article observes a prevalent 'know-it-all' culture in Cyprus, where individuals often claim expertise in various fields regardless of their actual knowledge or experience.

Cypriots Spend Nearly an Hour Daily Commuting
Worldcyprus-mail22d ago

Cypriots Spend Nearly an Hour Daily Commuting

Cypriots spend almost an hour a day traveling to and from work or school, with private cars remaining the dominant form of transport. Data released by international platform Numbeo showed the average one-way commute.

Cyprus sees rise in average monthly pay, income disparity noted
Worldcyprus-mail29d ago

Cyprus sees rise in average monthly pay, income disparity noted

Provisional figures from the Cyprus Statistical Service indicate that the average monthly earnings in Cyprus increased during the first quarter of 2026, reaching €2,601. However, the report also highlights that one in three workers earns less than €1,500, with non-Cypriots disproportionately represented at both the high and low ends of the pay scale.

Cyprus Condemns Turkish Vice President's Visit to Northern Cyprus
Worldcyprus-mail1mo ago

Cyprus Condemns Turkish Vice President's Visit to Northern Cyprus

Cyprus's foreign ministry has condemned the visit of the Turkish Vice President to northern Cyprus, while the Turkish official stated that Turkey brought peace to Greek Cypriots. This highlights ongoing tensions and differing perspectives on the status of the region.

US Imposes New Sanctions and Addresses International Relations
PoliticsbloombergNYTeconomist+44le-mondeFox Newsyle-uutisetcbchelsingin-sanomatle-figaroSCMPder-standard+36 more2mo ago47 sources

US Imposes New Sanctions and Addresses International Relations

The US government has imposed new sanctions on Cuba and blacklisted Nigerian individuals and firms for ISIS funding. Meanwhile, Italy seeks to repair its relationship with the US, and South Korea hosts a conference in Washington to expand defense cooperation.

Israeli Airstrikes Kill Dozens in Southern Lebanon Amidst Hezbollah Conflict
PoliticsBBCNPRAl Jazeera+35dr-dkFox Newscnbcfazaftonbladetle-figaroFrance 24orf+27 more2mo ago38 sources

Israeli Airstrikes Kill Dozens in Southern Lebanon Amidst Hezbollah Conflict

Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon have killed at least 17 people, with Prime Minister Netanyahu stating that Israel is at war with Hezbollah, not the Lebanese people. This comes as a world court prosecutor who pursued Netanyahu for war crimes was suspended over sexual misconduct allegations.

UK Experiences Hottest May Day on Record
WorldReutersBBCnrk+3delfi-ltcyprus-mailexpress-tribune3mo ago6 sources

UK Experiences Hottest May Day on Record

Britain has recorded its hottest May day on record, with temperatures reaching unprecedented levels across the country. London experienced its warmest May in 82 years, as the heatwave brought record-breaking conditions.

Mitsotakis Congratulates DISY on Cyprus Election Victory, Citing Stability
Politicscyprus-mailiefimeridanaftemporiki+2newsbeastprotothema-en3mo ago5 sources

Mitsotakis Congratulates DISY on Cyprus Election Victory, Citing Stability

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis congratulated DISY and its leader Annita Demetriou on their election success in Cyprus, emphasizing that Cypriots chose stability. Other political figures, including Erhurman, also extended their congratulations on the election results.

Religious Pilgrimages Organized in Cyprus
Worldcyprus-mail3mo ago

Religious Pilgrimages Organized in Cyprus

Religious pilgrimages for Armenian, Greek, Maronite, and Turkish Cypriots in northern and southern Cyprus will be organized by the island's administrations on a six-month basis.

Cypriots Win ECHR Case Over Unused Expropriated Land
Worldin-cyprus3mo ago

Cypriots Win ECHR Case Over Unused Expropriated Land

The European Court of Human Rights has ruled that Cyprus violated the property rights of 10 nationals by failing to return land expropriated in 1976 for industrial development that remained largely unused for decades.

Greek Foreign Minister Visits Tripoli for Maritime and Energy Talks
Worlddelfi-ltiefimeridanaftemporiki+5newsbeastavgiDaily Sabahrudawqatar-tribune4mo ago8 sources

Greek Foreign Minister Visits Tripoli for Maritime and Energy Talks

Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis traveled to Tripoli for diplomatic discussions, including maritime and energy talks, meeting with the President of the Presidential Council and the Prime Minister of the Government of National Unity.

Cypriot President Advocates for Kokkina Transit Road
Politicscyprus-mail4mo ago

Cypriot President Advocates for Kokkina Transit Road

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides stated that a transit road through the Turkish Cypriot Kokkina exclave would significantly improve the lives of Greek Cypriots in surrounding villages. He confirmed the proposal is on the agenda.

Diaspora Cypriots Urge London to Justify Eurofighter Sale to Turkey
Worldcyprus-mailin-cyprus4mo ago2 sources

Diaspora Cypriots Urge London to Justify Eurofighter Sale to Turkey

The National Federation of Cypriots in the United Kingdom has written to UK Defence Minister John Healey, demanding justification for a recently signed multi-billion training and support contract between London and Ankara, which is part of a broader agreement for the sale of Eurofighter Typhoon jets to Turkey.

Four in ten taxi drivers in Cyprus are not Cypriot, minister reveals
Politicsin-cyprus5mo ago

Four in ten taxi drivers in Cyprus are not Cypriot, minister reveals

Four in every ten taxi licences issued in Cyprus in 2025 went to non-Cypriot nationals, Transport Minister Alexis Vafeades has revealed, with drivers holding licences from 21 different countries. The figures were provided in response to a parliamentary question from MP Alexandra Attalidou. Of the 681 taxi licences issued in 2025, 408 went to Cypriots. […]

UK ‘exposed’ Cypriots to drone attacks, leading opposition figure says
Worldcyprus-mail5mo ago

UK ‘exposed’ Cypriots to drone attacks, leading opposition figure says

The United Kingdom “exposed” Cypriots to drone attacks by virtue of maintaining its bases in Akrotiri and Dhekelia and leaving them undefended, shadow leader of the House of Commons Jesse Norman, one of the leading figures in the country’s political opposition, said. “The Cypriot high commissioner and the president of Cyprus have publicly expressed their […]

Stranded Turkish Cypriots return via Larnaca as regional conflict shuts down air routes
Worldin-cyprus5mo ago

Stranded Turkish Cypriots return via Larnaca as regional conflict shuts down air routes

A group of 37 Turkish Cypriots stranded in Dubai due to the ongoing regional conflict returned home through Larnaca airport on Thursday night. The group, which had been unable to secure flights directly to the north, arrived on a chartered flight. Mustafa Lakadamyali, the “undersecretary of foreign affairs” in the north, said efforts are continuing […]

Cypriots in Israel await medical evacuation
Worldin-cyprus5mo ago

Cypriots in Israel await medical evacuation

Sixteen Cypriot citizens, including eight patients and their escorts, are currently in Israel and awaiting medical evacuation, with the Health Insurance Agency in continuous contact with hospitals.

Cyprus urges its citizens in Middle East to register on Connect2CY as conflict continues
Worldnaftemporikiin-cyprus6mo ago2 sources

Cyprus urges its citizens in Middle East to register on Connect2CY as conflict continues

The Foreign Ministry is urging Cypriot nationals across the Middle East to stay alert, monitor developments closely, and follow guidance from local authorities and media as the regional situation deteriorates. In an official announcement, the Ministry called on Cypriot citizens in the region to register on the Connect2CY online platform for Cypriots abroad and to […]

Many Hungarians and Cypriots Cannot Afford Annual Holiday
Businesstelexcyprus-mail28d ago2 sources

Many Hungarians and Cypriots Cannot Afford Annual Holiday

A significant portion of the population in both Hungary and Cyprus cannot afford to take an annual one-week holiday. Reports indicate that four out of ten Hungarians and one in four Cyprus residents face this financial constraint.

UN Secretary-General Reaffirms Commitment to Cyprus Solution
Politicslsm-lvcyprus-mailnaftemporiki+1avgi29d ago4 sources

UN Secretary-General Reaffirms Commitment to Cyprus Solution

UN Secretary-General António Guterres met with Cypriot leaders, reaffirming his strong commitment to finding a comprehensive solution to the Cyprus issue. He pledged to do everything possible to support Cypriots in resolving the long-standing dispute.

Turkey and Turkish Cypriots Sign Natural Gas Pipeline Deal
Worldcyprus-mailnewsbeastDaily Sabah1mo ago3 sources

Turkey and Turkish Cypriots Sign Natural Gas Pipeline Deal

Turkey and the Turkish Cypriot administration have signed an agreement for a natural gas pipeline, which Ankara claims will transport gas from Cyprus to Europe. This development follows a separate deal between Ankara and Baghdad regarding the Iraq-Türkiye pipeline.

Turkey Warns Against 'Fait Accompli' in Occupied Cyprus
Worldprotothema-en2mo ago

Turkey Warns Against 'Fait Accompli' in Occupied Cyprus

Turkey's National Security Council, led by President Erdogan, declared it would not permit any 'fait accompli' in occupied Cyprus, asserting its determination to take all necessary measures for Turkish Cypriots' security and peace.

Cypriot Presidential Commissioner to Visit Occupied Villages
Politicscyprus-mail3mo ago

Cypriot Presidential Commissioner to Visit Occupied Villages

Presidential Commissioner Marios Hartsiotis will visit the occupied villages of Rizokarpasso and Ayia Triada on Wednesday to meet with residents. The visit aims to provide practical state support and maintain regular communication with Greek Cypriots.

UN reports nearly 8,000 migrant deaths in 2025
WorldAl Jazeerayle-uutisetaftonbladet+20delfi-ltindex-hrobservadordnevnik-bgindian-expressstraits-timescyprus-mailDawn+12 more4mo ago23 sources

UN reports nearly 8,000 migrant deaths in 2025

The United Nations has reported that nearly 8,000 people died or disappeared while attempting to migrate along various routes in 2025. This figure highlights the ongoing dangers faced by migrants worldwide.

Turkey Angered by Cyprus-Egypt Gas Agreement
Politicsnewsbeast4mo ago

Turkey Angered by Cyprus-Egypt Gas Agreement

Turkey has expressed anger over a non-binding framework agreement for natural gas cooperation signed between the Republic of Cyprus and Egypt on March 30, stating that Cyprus has no authority to make decisions on behalf of Turkish Cypriots.

Cypriots care more about food prices than food safety, says EFSA chief
Businessin-cyprus5mo ago

Cypriots care more about food prices than food safety, says EFSA chief

At a time when consumers are reading product labels ever more closely and worrying about pesticides, additives or ultra-processed foods, one question remains timely: how safe is the food that ends up on our plates? Food safety is one of the most sensitive public health issues, as it affects millions of citizens across Europe every […]

Forbes List Reveals 21 Greek Billionaires
Businesstagesschaule-figarotvn24+7forbescyprus-maildh-les-sportsiefimeridanaftemporikinewsbeastprotothema-en5mo ago10 sources

Forbes List Reveals 21 Greek Billionaires

The latest Forbes list of the world's wealthiest individuals includes 21 to 24 Greek billionaires, with one Greek national ranking 94th globally, highlighting the significant presence of Greek shipping magnates.

Why Cypriots can see missile strikes happening hundreds of kilometres away
Worldin-cyprus5mo ago

Why Cypriots can see missile strikes happening hundreds of kilometres away

Cypriots have been sharing photographs and videos of glowing columns in the night sky, wrongly assuming they show activity above the island. Experts say the images in fact show Iranian ballistic missile launches toward Israel and Israeli air defence intercepts, some of which take place above Lebanon. The concern is understandable. The ongoing conflict in […]

Higher Discrimination Reported by Foreigners in Cyprus
Politicscyprus-mail6mo ago

Higher Discrimination Reported by Foreigners in Cyprus

Eurostat data reveals that foreigners in Cyprus are three times more likely than Cypriots to report discrimination when accessing public services, reflecting a broader EU trend where people born abroad feel more discriminated against.

Foot-and-mouth virus matches strain found in occupied north as Cyprus calls in vets for vaccination push
Healthcyprus-mailin-cyprus6mo ago2 sources

Foot-and-mouth virus matches strain found in occupied north as Cyprus calls in vets for vaccination push

Cyprus is culling thousands of animals and racing to roll out an emergency vaccination campaign as authorities scramble to contain a foot-and-mouth disease outbreak, with 529,000 EU doses expected to arrive within days. Around 13,100 animals are caught up in the crisis, though officials say the number is fluctuating. Culling has already been completed at […]

Cypriots Celebrate Green Monday with Kites and Traditions
Culturecyprus-mail6mo ago

Cypriots Celebrate Green Monday with Kites and Traditions

Cypriots marked Green Monday, the public holiday signaling the start of Lent, by heading to the countryside for celebrations that blend religious observance with long-standing cultural traditions, including kite flying and traditional foods.

Cyprus Talks Stalled Ahead of August 26 Meeting
Worldin-cyprus6d ago

Cyprus Talks Stalled Ahead of August 26 Meeting

A two-hour meeting between Greek Cypriot and Turkish Cypriot negotiators yielded no positive signs regarding confidence-building measures or efforts to revive Cyprus talks, ahead of a scheduled August 26 meeting.

Cypriots Withdraw €2.6 Billion as ATM Network Shrinks
Businesscyprus-mail27d ago

Cypriots Withdraw €2.6 Billion as ATM Network Shrinks

Cypriots withdrew a total of €2.6 billion as the number of automated teller machines (ATMs) across Cyprus continued to decline. The total number of ATMs fell slightly from 398 at the end of the second half of 2024 to 396 by the end of the second half of 2025, according to the Central Bank of Cyprus.

UN Initiates Talks for Next Secretary-General Amid Renewed Cyprus Dispute
PoliticsNPRyle-uutisettagesschau+13fazobservadoraktuality-skcyprus-mailiefimeridaklix-banaftemporikibalkan-web+5 more28d ago16 sources

UN Initiates Talks for Next Secretary-General Amid Renewed Cyprus Dispute

The United Nations has begun discussions to select its next Secretary-General, while the Cyprus issue has re-emerged on the international stage. Turkish President Erdogan has issued strong warnings regarding the island's future, emphasizing that no resolution process will succeed without acknowledging Turkish Cypriot positions.

EU Agrees to Begin Accession Talks with Ukraine and Moldova
Worldle-mondeAl Jazeeradr-dk+45helsingin-sanomatruvtagesschauukrainska-pravdaaftonbladetberlingskeDWFrance 24+37 more2mo ago48 sources

EU Agrees to Begin Accession Talks with Ukraine and Moldova

The European Union has officially agreed to launch membership negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova, with talks set to begin on Monday. This decision marks a significant step in the two countries' aspirations to join the bloc.

Turkish Police Storm Main Opposition CHP Headquarters Amid Leadership Dispute
WorldReutersfazFrance 24+13de-volkskrantThe Independentdnevnik-bgcyprus-mailjapan-timesKorea Heraldrte-newsbalkan-web+5 more3mo ago16 sources

Turkish Police Storm Main Opposition CHP Headquarters Amid Leadership Dispute

Turkish riot police used tear gas and rubber bullets to storm the headquarters of the main opposition Republican People's Party (CHP) to eject its leadership. The raid occurred amidst a deepening political crisis and an internal leadership dispute within the party.

Cypriot Chef Reveals Longevity Secrets
Cultureiefimerida3mo ago

Cypriot Chef Reveals Longevity Secrets

Cypriot chef Marina Georgallidi shares her insights into the secrets of longevity, suggesting that the extended lifespans of Greeks and Cypriots stem from a particular way of life rather than a single ingredient.

Balkan Leaders Discuss Regional Cooperation at Antalya Diplomatic Forum
Politicsukrainska-pravdadelfi-ltn1-serbia+1624urdnevnik-bgcyprus-maildanasklix-bavijesti-mebalkan-webmkd-mk+8 more4mo ago19 sources

Balkan Leaders Discuss Regional Cooperation at Antalya Diplomatic Forum

Leaders and officials from the Balkan region convened at the Antalya Diplomatic Forum to discuss the importance of daily cooperation for maintaining peace and stability. Discussions also touched upon broader geopolitical issues and the need for collaboration over fragmentation.

Greece Rejects Turkish FM Fidan's Remarks on Israel Cooperation, Warns Against Directives
Politicsmorgunbladidcyprus-mailDawn+13iefimeridaklix-ban1-bihnaftemporikiin-cyprusnewsbeastekathimeriniexpress-tribune+5 more4mo ago16 sources

Greece Rejects Turkish FM Fidan's Remarks on Israel Cooperation, Warns Against Directives

The Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs strongly rebuffed statements by Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, who criticized Greece's cooperation with Israel and warned it could lead to conflict. Greece asserted it does not accept directives or owe explanations for its foreign policy.

Turkish Cypriots Strike and Protest Welfare Cuts
Worldcyprus-mail4mo ago

Turkish Cypriots Strike and Protest Welfare Cuts

Thousands of Turkish Cypriot public sector workers held a general strike and demonstrated outside the legislature to protest the ruling coalition's decision to cancel cost-of-living allowance payments.

UNFICYP Condemns Attack Against Turkish Cypriots in Nicosia Buffer Zone
Worldcyprus-mailin-cyprus4mo ago2 sources

UNFICYP Condemns Attack Against Turkish Cypriots in Nicosia Buffer Zone

UNFICYP has condemned an incident where a group threw rocks and fireworks towards Turkish Cypriots in the UN buffer zone on Markou Drakou street in Nicosia, an event that occurred on the anniversary of Eoka's creation and follows allegations by Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman.

82 people repatriated from Saudi Arabia
Worldcyprus-mail5mo ago

82 people repatriated from Saudi Arabia

Another repatriation flight carrying 82 passengers from Cyprus and other European Union nationals arrived at Larnaca airport on Tuesday. According to available flight data, the Cyprus Airways aircraft departed from Saudi Arabia’s King Fahd airport in Dammam and safely landed in Larnaca at around 5pm. On board of the flight were Cypriots, Cypriot residents and […]

307 more Cypriots to be repatriated from Dubai
Worldcyprus-mail5mo ago

307 more Cypriots to be repatriated from Dubai

Cyprus is set to repatriate another 307 citizens from Dubai on Friday as the government continues emergency flights to bring nationals home from areas affected by the escalating conflict in the…

Erhurman: No reason to say Mia Milia crossing would only benefit Turkish Cypriots
Politicscyprus-mail6mo ago

Erhurman: No reason to say Mia Milia crossing would only benefit Turkish Cypriots

There is “no understandable reason” to say that a new crossing point in the eastern Nicosia suburb of Mia Milia would only benefit Turkish Cypriots, Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman said on Friday. “It is clear that the Mia Milia and Louroujina crossing points would benefit both Turkish Cypriots and Greek Cypriots. Especially considering the […]