Cyprus

Former IDF officer says key to AI is still 'person behind the algorithm' at Cybertech conference

Speaking at Cybertech in Tel Aviv, Kogan Ehrlich debated with other former Unit 8200 officials about what people should focus on learning, such as "knowing a lot or knowing how to learn fast."

 UNIT 8200 soldiers in action – working with data.
Travellers at Ben-Gurion Airport, October 23, 2025.

Planes are preparing to leave Ben-Gurion Airport in case of missile strikes, Regev says

Defense Minister Israel Katz and his Greek counterpart Nikos Dendias inspect the honour guard, prior to their meeting in Athens Greece, January 20, 2026

Iran, Turkey must forget 'dreams of empires,' Israel Katz warns at summit with Greek counterpart

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar speaks during a ceremony at the Foreign Ministry in Jerusalem, September 15, 2025

FM Sa’ar holds call with EU officials to push for proscription of IRGC as terrorist organization


After 903 days in Iraq captivity, Elizabeth Tsurkov lands in Israel

The Prime Minister's Office and Mossad welcomed her return, stating, "Elizabeth Tsurkov, who was held hostage in Iraq and released last night, has landed in Israel."

An ambulance arrives at Sheba Medical Center in Ramat Gan ahead of freed hostage Elizabeth Tsurkov's arrival for treatment on September 10, 2025.

Cyprus dispatches 1,200 metric tons of aid for Gaza, says distribution under UN watch

Cyprus and Malta contributed the bulk of aid, and there were contributions from organizations from the United States, Italy, the Sovereign Order of Malta, and Kuwait.

Lorries with aid loads for delivery into Gaza arrive at Larnaca Port, Cyprus, June 26, 2024.

City of Dreams Mediterranean celebrates two years with a spectacular festival

As part of its anniversary, City of Dreams Mediterranean held a spectacular festival from July 10–12, offering three days of continuous excitement in an especially electrifying atmosphere.

City Of Dreams Mediterranean Hotel

Cypriot president warns: 'If Iran acquires nuclear capabilities – my country is also in danger'

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides warned that his country faces direct risks from Iran’s nuclear ambitions, while stressing that Israel remains Cyprus’s closest ally in the region.

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

Blue-and-white dominates Greece in statement warm-up victory ahead of EuroBasket

The victory comes just a day after Israel blew out Cyprus by 40 points, with a strong second half.

THE ISRAEL National Team celebrates together on the court after a dominant 75–58 victory over Greece, marking the blue-and-white’s first win against the powerhouse in nearly three decades.

UK hires US-based contractor to carry out spy flights over Gaza, seeking hostages - report

The British government is paying a US-based company to carry out spy plane flights over Gaza in order to look for hostages held by Hamas, Defense Ministry sources told The Times.

A view of the security gate of RAF Akrotiri, a British military base in Cyprus, September 25, 2024

‘Tzuris’ in Syros: New enemies don’t deserve our business - opinion

On the shore of this small, isolated island, where the economy hinges on tourists like us, we can see a crowd waving Palestinian flags and holding a large “Stop the Genocide” sign in English.

NO SYROS today – a view of the small Greek island.

Israel Police arrest murder suspect in Cyprus after year long operation

According to Israel Police, the suspect murdered Peretz in March 2024 and shot and injured another man and woman in Ashdod.

 Israel Police (illustrative)

Hind Rajab Foundation files complaint against Israeli Druze soldier in Cyprus

HRF called on Cyprus to arrest the soldier immediately, prevent his departure from the country, and initiate a full investigation.

Demonstrators hold placards during a rally in support to Palestinian people outside the Presidential Palace in Nicosia, Cyprus May 26, 2025.

Israel to send IAF jets to aid in extinguishing Cyprus wildfires

“Israel is preparing to provide aerial support to Cyprus in its battle against the fires sweeping the island,” the ministry shared on X.

A burnt tree is seen during a wildfire at the area of Souni near Limassol, Cyprus July 24, 2025.