ExxonMobil is in talks with the Cypriot government over new block
ExxonMobil is in talks with the Cypriot government over acquiring rights to a new offshore block in the island’s claimed exclusive economic zone, according to Politis, citing a report in…
Holguín expected to return to the island on June 6
The U.N. secretary‑general’s personal envoy on Cyprus, María Ángela Holguín, is expected to return to the island on June 6 after a four‑month absence, according to Politis. The paper, citing…
Cyprus makes significant progress toward joining Schengen
The European Commission says Cyprus has made significant progress toward joining the Schengen area, but the process remains in the “evaluation and monitoring” stage. According to Alithia, the Commission’s latest…
Asylum Applications in Cyprus Fall Sharply in January, Eurostat Data Show
Asylum applications in Cyprus have declined compared with previous years, with only 140 people filing claims in January. Ten of the applicants were unaccompanied minors, indicating the continued presence of…
Cyprus Says Gaza‑Bound Flotilla Never Entered Its Waters
Cyprus’ Joint Rescue Coordination Center said no international flotilla bound for Gaza has entered the territorial waters of the Republic of Cyprus. It said the center has not received any…
EU housing ministers meet in Nicosia to push reforms and investment
The informal meeting of European Union housing ministers in Nicosia aims to spur dialogue and define actions to help member states tackle the housing shortage, Cyprus Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou has said.…
Cyprus president leaves door open for settlement plan before end of 2026
Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides said he has not ruled out submitting a plan to resolve the island’s decades‑long division before the end of 2026. In an interview with ALPHA television,…
EU stronger when built with its young people, Cyprus education minister says
Europe is stronger when it is built together with its young people, Cyprus Education Minister Athina Michaelidou said Monday after the conclusion of the EU Education Council in Brussels. Michaelidou…
Cyprus, EU commissioner discuss housing and energy priorities
President Nikos Christodoulides highlighted EU housing programs during a meeting with European Commissioner for Energy and Housing Dan Jørgensen at the Presidential Palace. Christodoulides said energy remains a top priority…
Cyprus Gears Up for May 24 Parliamentary, Local Elections
Cyprus is preparing for its May 24 parliamentary elections. Authorities estimate about 1,200 polling stations will operate on election day, staffed by roughly 5,300 public employees and 1,200 police officers.…