Cyprus

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.

TOURISTS ENJOY the beach in Ayia Napa, Cyprus, October 5, 2024.
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

 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

IRGC propaganda showing officers planning missile launches towards Tel Aviv, created using Lego, March 10, 2026.

WATCH: IRGC-linked media shares propaganda video using Lego, blaming Israel-US for Minab school


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.

Maccabi Tel Aviv earns late Champions League first-leg draw vs Pafos

The yellow-and-blue and the Cypriot club played neck-and-neck over the course of 80 minutes.

MACCABI TEL AVIV players celebrate after substitute Elad Madmon’s second-half injury-time tally gave the yellow-and-blue a 1-1 draw against Pafos FC in their Champions League first-leg duel.

A gathering of exiles: Meeting Israelis stranded in Cyprus during the war with Iran - opinion

After 11 days of the forced stopover in Paphos, in the spirit of the Torah portion of “Shelach” (“Send”), I secured an El Al “lottery” ticket back home.

 A police officer patrols at Paphos International Airport in Cyprus.