Cyprus

Regional escalation

Iran attacks a European nation for the first time

Israel confirms that two missiles launched by Iran toward Cyprus fell into the sea, marking the first Iranian attack directed at a European country.

UK forces conduct defensive operations in Middle East

British PM, Kier Starmer, says UK forces are protecting 'our people, our interests and our allies'

Israeli assaulted in Cyprus: 'They stabbed me in the eye'

Dor Twito was stabbed in the eye and kicked by two unidentified assailants, after he was heard speaking Hebrew.

IDF signs trilateral cooperation plan with Greece and Cyprus

IDF signs trilateral military cooperation plan with Greece and Cyprus, including joint exercises, training, and strategic dialogue, with the goal of enhancing stability and security in the Eastern Mediterranean.

Netanyahu:

'Those thinking to re-establish their rule over us - forget it'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, President of Cyprus Nikos Christodoulides, and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis made a joint statement of cooperation this evening in the face of Turkish aggression.

President Herzog:

Cyprus a bridge for peace between Israel and its neighbors

President Isaac Herzog met with Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides in Jerusalem to discuss regional cooperation, strategic ties, and the call to return hostage Ran Gvili.

Israeli man loses sight in eye after brutal assault in Cyprus

An Israeli man was beaten outside his hotel after the assailant heard him speaking in Hebrew on his phone. The victim was flown to Israel for surgery.

Departed Ashdod for Cyprus

Extensive search underway for missing yacht

Contact was lost shortly before the yacht was due to reach the shores of Cyprus, with five people on board. Their condition is currently unknown.

Cyprus and Israel:

Medical cooperation gives Linoy a new lease on life

After complex international cooperation resulted in an urgent liver transplant for 32-year-old Linoy Amsalem, who suffered from advanced cirrhosis, she hopes to fulfill her dream of becoming a mother.

Twice in one day

Residents of northern Israel report earthquakes

Two earthquakes measuring 5.2 and 5.3 hit Cyprus, are felt in northern Israel.

Cyprus: Israeli family given rental car marked with swastikas

Israeli family visiting Cyprus receives rental car marked with swastikas. 'It was clear this was not accidental, they knew we were Jews from Israel.'

Incident on Arkia flight:

Passenger attacks attendant, plane makes emergency landing

Arkia reports that a passenger who tried to enter the bathroom during takeoff violently attacked a flight attendant and was removed from the plane in Cyprus.

Rising Antisemitism in Cyprus:

'Jews are taking over land' claims leftist party leader

AKEL party secretary Stefanos Stefanou claims action must be taken to prevent Jews from purchasing land. 'If we don’t act now, we will find that our country is no longer ours.'

The haredi MK's late-night rescue mission

MK Roth and Israeli diplomats intervene to rescue stranded families at Jordanian border after flight delays.

On high seas:

Israeli yacht rescued off Haifa coast after mast breaks

A yacht carrying 10 Israelis, including young children, was rescued by Israel Police maritime officers and all passengers were brought safely to shore, after suffering mast damage near Haifa.

'Imminent attack' thwarted:

Cypriot police foil terror attack, arrest IRGC-affiliated suspect

Cypriot authorities arrest British citizen suspected of planning 'direct attack' on the island, allegedly targeting British military bases.

Sa'ar:

Int'l community must ensure Lebanese army stronger than Hezbollah

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar attends trilateral summit with Greece and Cyprus, stressing Israel's position on conflicts with Iran-backed enemies and urging international community to take action.

Cyrus:

Hate graffiti on International Holocaust Remembrance Day

Anti-Israeli graffiti was sprayed on International Holocaust Remembrance Day on public buildings and private property across the city of Larnaca, Cyprus.

Do not land in Paphos:

ISA gives irregular instructions to Israeli airlines

ISA announces that 'for various security reasons,' it has been decided to redirect all Israeli flights to Cyprus to the airport in Larnaca.'

Cyprus and Turkey mark 50 years of occupation

The Greek Prime Minister visited Cyprus to mark 50 years of occupation of part of the country by Turkey, while Turkish President Erdogan visited the occupied area.

Lebanon:

Cyprus Embassy suspends visa, legalization applications

Following threats by Hezollah leader, Cyprus Embassy announces pause on some documentation for those in Lebanon.

Cyprus' President responds to Nasrallah

Cyprus’ President Nikos Christodoulides says his country is "not part of the problem" after Hezbollah leader warned Cyprus not to assist Israel.

Nasrallah threatens Cyprus

Hezbollah Secretary General Hassan Nasrallah warned that if Cyprus would assist Israel in a war against his organization it would 'deal with Cyprus as if it were part of the war.'

Aid for Gaza loaded onto a ship in Cyprus

The aid is expected to be the first cargo to be delivered using the new US pier built to expedite supplies to Gaza.

Cyprus-Gaza aid corridor inaugurated

Cypriot initiative will allow increase of humanitarian aid to Gaza, security checks will be carried out in accordance with Israeli standards, Foreign Min. spokesman says.

Proposal:

Gaza aid will be shipped from Cyprus

US military team arrived in Israel with the goal of creating a mechanism that would bypass Hamas and allow humanitarian aid to reach Gazan civilians.

Hint to Turkey:

Israel strengthening ties with Cyprus

Israel announced that the submarine electric cable project to directly connect to Cyprus and Europe will be launched this year.

Israel grants initial approval for Cyprus-Gaza sea corridor

Foreign Minister: 'The world promised us they were building a new Singapore – they used the money to build terror tunnels.'

Report:

2 Iranian agents planning attacks on Jews arrested in Cyprus

For 3rd time in 2 years, and Iranian attempt to commit a terroris attack Jewish and Israeli targets in Cyprus has been foiled.

Mother of four killed in Cyprus bicycle accident

Tovi Arens-Carmon, mother of four daughters, is named as Israeli killed in Cyprus bicycle accident.

Israeli & Greek PMs meet, discuss expansion of Abraham Accords

PM Netanyahu meets with Greek PM Mitsotakis in Cyprus, discussing expansion of Abraham Accords, climate crisis, and Iranian threat.

Netanyahu in Cyprus:

Western civilization is Greek culture and Judaism fused together

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was welcomed to Cyprus by Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides.

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Prime Minister Netanyahu arrives in Cyprus

The Prime Minister was welcomed by Cypriot Defense Minister Michalis Giorgallas and Israeli Ambassador to Cyprus Oren Anolik.

Turkish newspaper:

'Chabad spys for Mossad'

The Millî Gazete cited a Northern Cypriot official who claimed the Chassidic sect works with the mafia and collects intelligence for Israel.

Cyprus backs Israel's claims on failed Iranian attack

Cypriot official says local investigations support claims by Mossad that Iranian-backed hit squad planned to kill Israelis in Cyprus.

Op-ed:

The Mossad thwarts Iran, the world shrugs

Iran is hell-bent on killing Israelis, but the Mossad's latest success could have its would-be perpetrators and leaders more deterred Op-ed.

Israeli girl killed in Cyprus accident

Six-year-old Israeli girl killed on Cyprus beach.

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Mossad abducted leader of terror squad in Iran to thwart attack

Mossad reveals new information about Iranian plot to attack Jewish, Israeli targets in Cyprus.

Volunteer EMT saves life of British tourist on Cyprus vacation

Israeli EMT on vacation in Cyprus saves the life of another guest at her hotel. 'I'm grateful we were able to revive her.'

Netanyahu:

'We acted in Iran and will continue'

Israel confirmed that Iran's Revolutionary Guards implicated in yet another plot to attack Jews and Israelis on foreign soil.

After four years, Haifa airport resumes international operations

First direct flight from Haifa to Cyprus takes off after 4 years during which the airport did not operate international commercial flights.

Beginning in June: Direct flights from Haifa to Cyprus

First flight expected to take off on June 22, with route operating until after fall holidays.

FM to President of Cyprus:

'Blacklist IRGC as a terrorist organization'

FM Eli Cohen meets President of Cyprus. The two discussed, among other things, Iranian terrorism and its consequences for the region.

Herzog to Cyprus' Pres.:

'Your power emanates from your deep courage'

President Isaac Herzog awards Israel's highest civil honor to Cyprus' President Nicos Anastasiades.

Report: Israel to sell Iron Dome to Cyprus

Greek newspaper reports Cyprus, Israel have already signed agreements on purchase of short-range missile defense system.

Defense Min.: 'Islamic Jihad in Gaza is a violent Iranian proxy'

'The great bond between Israel and Cyprus is based on shared values and interests,' Defense Min. Gantz stresses.

Israel, Cyprus, sign defense exports agreements

'Agreements reflect close relations with Cyprus, indicate joint goal to protect soldiers’ lives,' Defense Min. official says.

Israeli team to join firefighting efforts in Cyprus

Israel sends firefighting planes, equipment, to aid Cyprus in battling blazes.

PA chairman threatens legal action against Israel

PA chairman visits Cyprus, says he's ready to join any peace initiative based on international legitimacy.

Earthquake in Cyprus also felt in Israel

Citizens report earthquake in northern and in Jerusalem. The source is a magnitude 4.8 earthquake in Cyprus.

"Chariots of Fire":

IDF ends month-long war games in Cyprus

The IDF's month-long multifront exercise, "Chariots of Fire", has come to a successful conclusion after an intensive drill in Cyprus.

Mediterranean war games:

Dozens of IAF fighter jets simulate long-distance attack

The drill comes as part of the largest-ever IDF exercise spanning all army units and a month-long preparation for offensive maneuvers.

Gantz in Cyprus:

'We have an army that is ready for challenges that lie ahead'

Defense Minister Benny Gantz visits Cyprus for drill taking part of IDF's large-scale month-long exercise.

IDF Chief attends “Beyond the Horizon” exercise in Cyprus

Chief of Staff Gen. Aviv Kohavi, meets Chief of the Cypriot National Guard, discusses Israel and Cyprus' shared security challenges.

FM Lapid to hold trilateral meeting in Greece

Foreign Min. Lapid will travel to Greece, hold trilateral meeting with Greek, Cypriot counterparts.

Cypriot military chief arrives for first visit to Israel

Israeli, Cypriot, militaries discuss shared security challenges, focus on opportunities to expand cooperation.

Herzog begins official visit in Cyprus

President received at Presidential Palace in Nicosia. “The Cyprus-Israel relationship is a pillar of Mediterranean stability."

Late Bronze Age:

Lead ingots found along Israel's coast link Cyprus and Sardinia

Shipwrecked cargo dating back 3,200 years proves significant trading links in Mediterranean basin.

President Herzog to visit Greece, Cyprus

Israeli president to meet Greek PM and president, leaders of Jewish community, followed by visit to Cyprus.

Trilateral meeting for military cooperation held in Greece

Head of the IDF Strategic Planning and Cooperation Directorate participates in trilateral meeting with Greece and Cyprus.