European countries could begin receiving natural gas from an offshore Cypriot deposit as early as March 2028, according to Cyprus's Energy Minister Michael Damianos, who stated the Eastern Mediterranean is rapidly becoming an energy hub.

The upcoming Nicosia International Festival will feature over 22 contemporary art productions from Europe, the Eastern Mediterranean, and Cyprus at the Nicosia Municipal Theatre.

Germany has withdrawn two naval ships from Djibouti in the eastern Mediterranean after assessments in Berlin indicated that the conflict with Iran would not subside soon, making the mission in the Strait of Hormuz uncertain.

The energy geopolitics of the Eastern Mediterranean indicate that sharing a geological basin does not guarantee similar economic outcomes for all actors. Without cooperation, the region's gas potential will remain unfulfilled.

The Israeli ambassador to the US hosted a working dinner attended by the Greek ambassador and the chargé d'affaires of the Cypriot Republic, focusing on security in the Eastern Mediterranean.

Authorities in Euboea, Greece, are installing protective netting as concerns grow over the spread of the toxic silver-cheeked toadfish in the eastern Mediterranean.

The director general of Israel's defence ministry, Maj Gen (ret.) Amir Baram, stated that Cyprus and Greece could play a crucial role in a broader regional security framework spanning from India to the Eastern Mediterranean.

Negotiations between the Cypriot and Israeli governments regarding rights to natural gas reserves in the eastern Mediterranean have reached a "very advanced stage," according to Cypriot Energy Minister Michael Damianos.

Turkey is advancing the installation of domestic navigation control radars, such as the SERDAR-7M, in strategic locations across the Aegean and Eastern Mediterranean to enhance maritime surveillance.

Joint air exercises between Turkey and Egypt in Egyptian bases indicate a complex shift in the Eastern Mediterranean balance of power, rather than a simple alignment of Cairo with Ankara. The exercises suggest Egypt's desire to avoid being confined to a single bloc, which could have significant implications for Athens and Nicosia.

Holiday bookings to the eastern Mediterranean, including Türkiye, are surging as hotels reduce prices and travelers reassess risks following a perceived de-escalation in the U.S.-Iran crisis.

Tourism reservations for the Eastern Mediterranean are strongly recovering after a decline due to the Iran crisis, with lower prices and perceived distance from the conflict attracting travelers back to Turkey, Egypt, and Cyprus.

After an initial wave of cancellations due to US and Israeli attacks on Iran, tourists are rapidly returning to the Eastern Mediterranean, with hotels drastically cutting prices to attract visitors who now perceive destinations like Cyprus and Turkey as safe.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan issued threats concerning Cyprus, stating that Turkey would not permit any fait accompli in the Eastern Mediterranean. His remarks followed a meeting of Turkey's National Security Council.

The Hellenic-American Chamber of Commerce organized meetings and discussions in Washington on energy policy in the Eastern Mediterranean, coinciding with the 3+1 Energy Ministerial Meeting, as Greece aims for a central role.

Iran has been highlighted as the only country in the Eastern Mediterranean region that relies solely on voluntary, unpaid blood donations. This achievement underscores the nation's commitment to public health and community involvement.

Turkish President Erdogan has intensified his rhetoric against Israel, which Israeli officials describe as 'unbearable,' driven by Turkey's interests in Syria and concerns over the Israel-Greece-Cyprus partnership in the Eastern Mediterranean.

A declaration establishing the Eastern Mediterranean Energy Center was signed in Houston as part of the 3+1 initiative, following a bilateral meeting between Mr. Papastavrou and U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright.

Greek Minister of Environment and Energy, Stavros Papastavrou, emphasized the strategic role of Greece and Cyprus as key energy hubs in Europe and the Eastern Mediterranean, noting that global shipping accounts for less than 3% of global carbon emissions.

Greek Minister of Environment and Energy, Stavros Papastavrou, emphasized the strong relationship between Athens and Washington and Greece's role as a force for stability in the Eastern Mediterranean during an interview with Fox Business.

The Greek island of Lemnos is leading efforts to restore its Posidonia oceanica meadows, an underwater forest that acts as a "blue lung" for the Eastern Mediterranean and absorbs significant carbon emissions.

The article discusses concerns that challenges to Greece's sovereign rights are escalating into an attempt to partition sovereignty over half of the Aegean Sea and most of the Eastern Mediterranean.

Greece is positioned to become a shipbuilding hub for the Eastern Mediterranean, Southeast Europe, and the Black Sea, leveraging its geographical location, the size of its shipping industry, and growing energy needs.

BBC Türkçe attempts to present the new tension in the Aegean and Eastern Mediterranean as another "sequence of moves" between Athens and Ankara.

Ankara is reportedly incorporating the "Blue Homeland" doctrine and its claims in the Aegean and Eastern Mediterranean into law, attempting to legally formalize what it considers "grey zones" and adopting a concept of casus belli.

Turkey is reportedly advancing a law to extend its Exclusive Economic Zone up to 200 nautical miles in the Aegean and Eastern Mediterranean, a move seen by Greece and Cyprus as disregarding their sovereign rights.

Turkey is advancing a new bill concerning "disputed areas" in the Aegean and Eastern Mediterranean, known as the "Blue Homeland" doctrine, which is raising concerns about its intentions in the region. The move prompts questions about how Athens should respond to these developments.

TUS Airways announced the arrival of a new Airbus A320 aircraft at Larnaca International Airport, signifying an expansion of its fleet and growth strategy for Cyprus and the eastern Mediterranean.

Turkish retired Admiral Cihat Yaycı, a proponent of the 'Blue Homeland' doctrine, warned that six countries, including Greece, are targeting Turkey in the Eastern Mediterranean.

Turkey aims to prevent Israeli influence in the Eastern Mediterranean, reportedly using Greek-Turkish differences to serve its internal political agenda.

The American Hellenic Institute (AHI) has released its 2026 policy statements, emphasizing strong U.S. partnerships in the Eastern Mediterranean and highlighting Greece and Cyprus as key strategic allies amid evolving geopolitical dynamics.

Turkey's Foreign Minister issued a new challenge, asserting that maps defining maritime boundaries in the Aegean and Eastern Mediterranean, established by Greece, hold no validity.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, speaking at the Antalya diplomacy forum, called for an end to "maximalist approaches" that attempt to exclude Turkey and Turkish Cypriots in the eastern Mediterranean region.

Bookings for travel to Spain and Portugal have increased, while cancellations have risen in the Eastern Mediterranean, including Cyprus, attributed to the ongoing conflict in the region.

The Turkish Armed Forces conducted the Blue Homeland-26 Exercise in the Black Sea, Aegean Sea, and Eastern Mediterranean, focusing on security governance in the region.

Türkiye has commenced its "Blue Homeland-2026" naval exercise in the Black Sea, Aegean Sea, and Eastern Mediterranean, involving 120 ships and 50 combat aircraft from April 3 to 9.

European Commissioner for Fisheries and Oceans Costas Kadis warned at a climate conference in Nicosia that the climate crisis is also an 'ocean crisis,' particularly threatening livelihoods in the Eastern Mediterranean due to shifting fish stocks.

The Greek navy frigate Elli has departed from Salamis naval base for Cyprus, a move linked to ongoing regional security cooperation in the eastern Mediterranean.

American crude oil has arrived in Greece for the first time in approximately four years, signaling a significant realignment of energy flows in the Eastern Mediterranean.

Popular Eastern Mediterranean destinations like Cyprus and Turkey are experiencing a decline in tourism as the ongoing Iran war creates generalized anxiety and disrupts travel plans.

The German navy is increasing its presence in the North Atlantic to bolster NATO, while the UK has redeployed its destroyer Dragon from the North Atlantic to the Eastern Mediterranean.

A former Turkish official and government advisor, known as the 'father' of the Turko-Libyan memorandum, issued provocative statements against Greece, escalating tensions in the Eastern Mediterranean and threatening Turkish action if Greece persists in its stance.

Ömer Çelik, spokesperson for Turkey's ruling AKP party, expressed strong dissatisfaction with Greece's deployment of Patriot missiles on Karpathos, claiming it causes instability in the Eastern Mediterranean.

The new balances in the Middle East and the Eastern Mediterranean have exposed Ankara’s weaknesses.

Greek tourism is experiencing a brake on bookings and a standstill, but industry experts predict the situation will clarify after Orthodox Easter. They believe Greece holds an advantage over Eastern Mediterranean and Emirates destinations due to its demonstrated resilience in past crises.

Greece is strengthening its strategy to establish itself, particularly Northern Greece, as a central transport and logistics hub between Europe, the Balkans, and the Eastern Mediterranean, utilizing ports, railways, highways, and intermodal centers.

The British destroyer HMS Dragon (D35) set course for the eastern Mediterranean on Tuesday to enhance air defenses in the region, amidst escalating tensions.

The Piraeus Port Authority (PPA S.A.) has announced a new cooperation with Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, marked by the arrival of the vessel 'Tourmaline Ace' at the Piraeus Car Terminal, further enhancing Piraeus' role in vehicle transit in the Eastern Mediterranean.

Turkey is reportedly shifting its stance in Libya, opening a channel of cooperation with Khalifa Haftar and his family, in exchange for energy, influence, and maritime zones in the Eastern Mediterranean, a move that could significantly alter the regional balance of power.

The Netherlands is sending the air defence frigate HNLMS Evertsen (F805) to the Eastern Mediterranean, as Cyprus faces heightened security concerns following a drone strike on a British military base…

John Healey tells Commons crews working hard to prepare warship after criticism over slow response to drone attacks HMS Dragon will set sail in “the next couple of days”, the defence secretary has said, meaning the British destroyer may not arrive in the eastern Mediterranean until after the weekend. John Healey told the House of Commons that navy crews were working “tirelessly, 22 hours a day” to prepare the warship, as he faced accusations of not acting fast enough to protect British intere...

French President Emmanuel Macron addressed troops on the Charles de Gaulle aircraft carrier as it was deployed in the eastern Mediterranean, in what is described as an 'unprecedented' move.

Germany has defended its decision not to send military support to Cyprus despite rising security concerns in the eastern Mediterranean, stating its defense responsibilities are focused on NATO's eastern flank.

The Dutch government is considering sending the frigate Evertsen to the Eastern Mediterranean, where it would escort the French aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle on a mission to protect the area around Cyprus, after France's 3rd.

Within hours of the drone strike on RAF Akrotiri, the phones started ringing. Within days, some of the most capable warships in Europe were heading towards Cyprus.

The Netherlands has raised its travel advisory for Cyprus to yellow and is set to deploy a naval frigate to the Eastern Mediterranean to help protect Cyprus from attacks, joining Greece, Spain,…

The Italian government is on Wednesday considering deploying a frigate to Cypriot waters, according to reports, after France and Greece did the same in the aftermath of a drone hitting the island…

A major concentration of military forces is forming in the eastern Mediterranean to strengthen Cyprus’ defence against potential Iranian attacks, as the island’s air defence systems and international…

UK to send warship to eastern Mediterranean after drone hits RAF base in Cyprus Saudi Gazette

Greek police have detained a 36-year-old man on suspicion of spying on a naval base on the island of Crete, a strategic facility for the United States in the eastern Mediterranean, police officials said on Monday. The man was detained at Athens’ airport on information by the country’s intelligence service. Souda Bay in Crete is […]

The strike was most likely the work of Hezbollah, security service sources told Protothema.gr – “We are not participating in any military operation,” stressed Nikos Christodoulides – Why Akrotiri is considered a target of high symbolic value in the Eastern Mediterranean The post Questions mount after shahed drone strike on RAF Akrotiri, second UAV intercepted appeared first on ProtoThema English.

Turkey has challenged Cyprus, Greece and Egypt in a letter to the United Nations, reiterating its claims over maritime zones in the Eastern Mediterranean and defending its “Blue Homeland” doctrine. Ankara accused its neighbours of violating Turkey’s “unilaterally” declared Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) and called into question Cyprus’ sovereign rights. The letter, submitted on 16 […]

New diplomatic tension has arisen at the UN after Turkey sent a letter accusing Greece, Cyprus, and Egypt of violating its sovereign rights in the Eastern Mediterranean. Athens has rejected these Turkish claims.

The Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs is examining the deeper reasons behind Turkey's decision to establish two marine parks in the Northern Aegean and Eastern Mediterranean, zones outlined in presidential decrees signed by President Erdoğan.

Cyprus faces a complex geopolitical landscape in the Eastern Mediterranean, marked by escalating regional conflicts and shifting energy alliances, nearly a decade after the collapse of the 2017 Crans-Montana summit.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan stated that Turkey will not abandon Turkish Cypriots and will continue to defend their rights in the Eastern Mediterranean, responding to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres' offer for a 5+1 meeting.

Turkey's research vessel Oruc Reis, accompanied by warships, has re-entered the Eastern Mediterranean south of Turkey and north of occupied territories, an action reminiscent of similar provocations in the summer of 2020.

Cyprus has condemned an illegal memorandum of understanding between Turkey and the occupied territories concerning the construction of a natural gas pipeline, calling it another manifestation of Turkey's revisionist policy in the Eastern Mediterranean.

The signatories, from the Democratic Party, warn that such a decision would send the wrong strategic message to the US’ partners in the Eastern Mediterranean The post 18 Members of Congress speak out against Turkey’s reinstatement in the F-35 program appeared first on ProtoThema English.

The iconic Ferrari Cavalcade 2026, featuring 116 collectible Ferraris, made a pit stop at Barbarossa in Paros, Greece, with John Elkann also present as the convoy traversed the eastern Mediterranean.

An analysis suggests Israel is looking to link the Eastern Mediterranean to India via Abraham Accords countries, forming a new strategic front to contain Iran.

Cyprus is preparing to establish a new regional center focused on enhancing cybersecurity in the maritime sector, in collaboration with Israel and Greece, to improve digital resilience in the Eastern Mediterranean.

President Nikos Christodoulides met with US students of Cypriot and Greek descent to discuss the Cyprus problem, Cyprus-US relations, and the island’s strategic role in the Eastern Mediterranean.

Devlet Bahçeli, leader of Turkey's Nationalist Movement Party (MHP), continued Turkish provocations by sending a new message regarding the Aegean, Eastern Mediterranean, the Cyprus issue, and the 'Blue Homeland' doctrine.

The latest communiqué from Turkey's National Security Council (MGK) outlined Ankara's updated perception and doctrine for its neighborhood, encompassing the Aegean, Eastern Mediterranean, and Middle East regions.

An analysis explores Cyprus's geopolitical position in the Eastern Mediterranean, drawing parallels and lessons from the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

Holiday bookings have seen a rebound across the Eastern Mediterranean as travelers reassess the threat and proximity of the Iran crisis, leading to a surge in tourism in affected markets.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan brought up the Cyprus-France agreement during a NATO meeting, stating it 'ignites fires on the island' and focusing on the Eastern Mediterranean and Cyprus during a Turkish cabinet meeting ahead of the upcoming NATO Summit in Ankara.

Energy security and resilience in the Eastern Mediterranean were central to meetings held in the US by the Greek delegation, led by Minister of Environment and Energy Stavros Papastavrou, focusing on the strategic importance of the Vertical Corridor for the region.

An East Med Energy Center has been established, with agreements signed to strengthen the 3+1 energy cooperation scheme. This development is seen as a historic moment for the initiative, aiming to enhance energy collaboration in the Eastern Mediterranean.

The 10th Ministerial Meeting of the East Med Gas Forum underscored the critical role of the Eastern Mediterranean as a strategic energy corridor connecting the Middle East, Europe, and Africa.

The sharp and at times extreme exchanges between Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Benjamin Netanyahu reflect real tensions and a potential remaking of the Eastern Mediterranean geopolitical landscape.

A harsh analysis by the Kemalist Cumhuriyet newspaper uses Greece, the Aegean, Cyprus, and the Eastern Mediterranean as a primary tool to criticize Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

A medical journal issued a warning about the potential implications of the destruction of the Pasteur Institute of Iran across the Eastern Mediterranean Region.

In a move with significant geopolitical implications for the Eastern Mediterranean, Turkey appears to be shifting away from its sole support for the Tripoli government, now seeking closer ties with Field Marshal Khalifa Haftar's camp in Libya.

Greece has formally requested that the European Union take action to prevent Turkish fishing operations in the Eastern Mediterranean. This appeal highlights ongoing tensions over maritime rights and resources in the region.

The pro-government Turkish network A Haber openly targets Greece as a critical link in the so-called "hexagonal" pro-Israeli bloc, bringing back the rhetoric of Turkey being encircled by a "hostile axis" in the Eastern Mediterranean.

French President Emmanuel Macron has visited the Greek Cypriot administration twice, deployed a carrier strike group, and signed a defense pact, signaling a stronger French role in the Eastern Mediterranean.

Turkish opposition parties are criticizing President Erdogan, accusing him of failing to protect Turkey's interests under the 'Blue Homeland' doctrine while Greece and Cyprus actively work to change maritime realities. They argue that Turkey is losing ground in the Aegean and Eastern Mediterranean.

The article recounts the Smyrna Rebellion of 1797, a massacre of Janissaries that shook the East, occurring in Smyrna, then the most important commercial port of the Eastern Mediterranean.

Turkey continues to hold a firm stance on issues concerning the Eastern Mediterranean, indicating ongoing geopolitical tensions in the region.

Cruise tourism in Greece is strengthening, with optimistic signs for the Eastern Mediterranean region following the release of five cruise ships from the Persian Gulf, three of which will homeport from Greek ports.

Turkish President Erdogan has rejected 'maximalist' approaches concerning issues in the Aegean Sea and the Eastern Mediterranean region.

Renowned Palestinian journalist Plestia Alaqad, known for her Gaza war coverage, is scheduled to visit Cyprus next month to give a talk at her alma mater, Eastern Mediterranean University in Famagusta.

During its presidency of the Council of the European Union, Cyprus adopted the Nicosia Call for Action, advocating for enhanced regional cooperation on climate initiatives across the Eastern Mediterranean and Middle East.

Cyprus Energy Minister Michael Damianos stated that the Eastern Mediterranean region can play a leading role in addressing the climate crisis and shaping the new energy landscape.

The British destroyer HMS Dragon is making a resupply stop in Cyprus, 15 days after its arrival in the Eastern Mediterranean and nearly a month after the start of a regional conflict.

Geopolitical developments in the Middle East are causing significant uncertainty in the Eastern Mediterranean cruise market, leading to a reassessment of previously optimistic forecasts for 2026.

Following a meeting between Kyriakos Mitsotakis and Recep Tayyip Erdoğan in Ankara in February 2026, the situation in Greek-Turkish relations and the Eastern Mediterranean remains unstable, with future 'appointments' on the horizon.

A new species, an ancestor of humans and great apes, has been discovered in Egypt, revealing greater primate diversity in the Miocene era and shifting focus to the Eastern Mediterranean.

easyJet anticipates air fares will increase towards the end of summer due to the Iran war impacting fuel costs, and is observing a shift in bookings away from Cyprus and other Eastern Mediterranean destinations.

Omer Çelik, a Turkish official, made provocative statements, calling the militarization of Greek islands and close cooperation between Greek Cypriots and Israel a 'source of instability' in the Eastern Mediterranean.

The war in Iran represents an “unprecedented accumulation of field experience” for the crews of Greek frigates and their interaction with the advanced air defense systems of the French naval convoy in the Eastern Mediterranean—a general rehearsal also for building a “European fleet” The post Military Exercises with “Kimon,” Patriots, and Drones appeared first on ProtoThema English.

Turkey's Ministry of Defense announced that NATO air defense systems in the eastern Mediterranean intercepted a third ballistic missile fired from Iran, with sirens heard at the Incirlik air base, a key NATO facility.

The American Hellenic Institute has released its 2025 Annual Report, detailing its advocacy efforts in Washington, initiatives for Eastern Mediterranean security, and work to strengthen U.S. ties with Greece and Cyprus.

A British warship has departed for the Eastern Mediterranean, signaling increased military presence in the region amid rising tensions.

The Dutch government is deploying its air defense and command frigate, Zr. Ms. Evertsen, to the eastern Mediterranean Sea.

Greek Minister Dendias emphasized the strong strategic relationship between Greece and France, highlighted by President Macron's visit to Cyprus and Crete and the deployment of the Charles de Gaulle aircraft carrier in the Eastern Mediterranean.

Alexandra Sdoukou, spokesperson for New Democracy, emphasized Greece's swift support for Cyprus by reinforcing its armed forces presence in the Eastern Mediterranean amid dramatic developments in the Middle East.

Cyprus is preparing to host a new regional centre dedicated to strengthening cybersecurity in the maritime sector, in collaboration with Israel and Greece. The initiative marks a significant step in improving digital resilience across the Eastern Mediterranean and protecting vital shipping infrastructure in an increasingly volatile region. The planned facility, known as the Maritime Cybersecurity […]

The President of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, held a meeting with the head of the British intelligence services, Blaise Metreweli, amid rising geopolitical tensions in the Eastern Mediterranean.

Germany announced it has no intention of sending additional military support to the Middle East, following European allies' plans to move forces to the eastern Mediterranean after a drone attack on a British airbase.

According to a French diplomat, they agreed to coordinate the deployment of military resources in Cyprus and the Eastern Mediterranean The post Macron calls Mitsotakis – Both agreed to cooperate on…

Iran War: Is the French aircraft carrier "Charles de Gaulle" heading towards the Eastern Mediterranean?  Seneweb

A new episode of Saharan dust transfer is underway, impacting the Eastern Mediterranean, including Attica, Eastern Macedonia, and Epirus, due to a low-pressure system over Morocco and Algeria.

A new episode of Saharan dust is impacting the Eastern Mediterranean, including Greece, caused by a low-pressure system over Morocco and Algeria.

Amid escalating US-Israeli attacks on Iran and Tehran's retaliatory strikes, France has decided to deploy its aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle to the Eastern Mediterranean, signaling heightened military presence in the region.

Turkey has sent a letter to the UN, accusing Greece, Cyprus, and Egypt of violating its sovereign rights and its 'unilaterally' delimited Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) under the 'Blue Homeland' doctrine, escalating tensions in the Eastern Mediterranean.

Turkey has escalated tensions in the Eastern Mediterranean by sending a new provocative letter to the UN, directly targeting Greece, Cyprus, and Egypt over maritime zones and insisting on the validity of the Turk-Libyan memorandum.

The Turkish newspaper Sözcü published a provocative front-page story, reiterating Ankara's claims in the Eastern Mediterranean and alleging that the development of the 'Kronos' gas field by Eni and TotalEnergies could lead to the 'theft of Turkey's natural gas'.

The Samos Young Artists international festival will feature a program that spans romanticism, chamber music, jazz, and Eastern Mediterranean sounds, with its director explaining the search for 'hidden gems' in the repertoire.

Around 3,200 years ago, Eastern Mediterranean societies faced a severe drought, a 'perfect storm' of climate change that strained water sources, agriculture, and food security, ultimately contributing to the disappearance of the Mycenaean and Minoan civilizations.

Cancer diagnoses are increasing in sub-Saharan Africa and the Eastern Mediterranean regions, with healthcare services struggling to keep pace with the rising demand.

Stavros Papastavrou, Greece's Minister of Environment and Energy, emphasized the country's crucial role in shaping the new energy architecture of the Eastern Mediterranean during an Economist conference.

Cyprus Defense Minister Vassilis Palmas confirmed the continued Greek military presence in Cyprus, stating that Athens and Nicosia daily assess the situation in the Eastern Mediterranean.

Hadassah, a leading academic and medical institution, is establishing a permanent presence in Cyprus, marking a new era for healthcare in the Eastern Mediterranean. The institution is set to begin operations on July 1, 2026.

Participants analyzed the strategic role of Greek ports and infrastructure in the new security architecture of the Eastern Mediterranean, along with their prospects for further development as security and energy hubs.

Participants in a discussion highlighted the strategic role of Greek ports and infrastructure in the new security architecture of the Eastern Mediterranean and their potential for further development.

Türkiye is responding to new alliance-building attempts by the Tel Aviv administration in the Eastern Mediterranean, particularly in the wake of its ongoing conflict in the region.

Infrastructure and Transport Minister Christos Dimas spoke at the Growthfund Investor Summit 2026, highlighting Greece's role as a bridge of stability connecting Europe, the Balkans, the Black Sea, the Eastern Mediterranean, and the Middle East.

Tourist destinations like Egypt, Turkey, and Cyprus are regaining popularity among travelers, partly due to reduced hotel prices following recent conflicts.

The bodies of at least 15 migrants, including a young girl, have washed ashore along Libya’s eastern Mediterranean coast over the past week, believed to be from a capsized boat.

A dangerous, poisonous pufferfish is increasingly spreading in the eastern Mediterranean, having been sighted at popular Greek beaches and causing injuries to individuals.

The Lagocephalus sceleratus, an invasive pufferfish species, is rapidly spreading across the Mediterranean Sea, causing serious environmental concerns. Its expansion from the Eastern Mediterranean is creating a major problem for the region's marine ecosystem.

Haftar's son and his staff met with Greek officials in Athens during a critical period for the Eastern Mediterranean, as Greece and Libya intensify their contacts.

The establishment of the Eastern Mediterranean Energy Center, signed by Papastavrou in the US, along with the 3+1 meeting and the relaunch of the EMGF, is set to upgrade Greece's role as a pillar of energy security and stability in the region.

Turkish and Turkish Cypriot officials have reaffirmed their commitment to security cooperation and the protection of Turkish Cypriot rights, as tensions continue in the Eastern Mediterranean.

Türkiye's Ministry of National Defense reiterated President Erdoğan’s criticism of developments in the Eastern Mediterranean, stating that any Greek Cypriot military alliances targeting Türkiye do not stand a chance.

The rapid spread of pufferfish in the southeastern Mediterranean has become a major concern for fishermen in Crete, as they decimate catches and have been known to attack swimmers.

Greece's presidency of the East Med Gas Forum underscores its leading role in the energy sector within the Eastern Mediterranean. This position highlights the country's strategic importance in regional energy discussions.

Armenia is heading to the polls during a critical period for the South Caucasus and the wider Eastern Mediterranean, balancing its relations between Moscow and the West.

Cyprus's long-standing role in hosting British Royal Air Force facilities in the Eastern Mediterranean is being re-evaluated amidst current regional conflicts, raising questions about potential risks to the island.

Antioch, once a vital city in the Eastern Mediterranean during the 6th century, was engulfed by a catastrophe in a matter of minutes.

ExxonMobil and QatarEnergy have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Egypt to explore and develop natural gas resources off the coast of Cyprus, aiming to boost energy cooperation in the Eastern Mediterranean.

Turkey's main opposition party, CHP, has urged for proposed legislation on maritime jurisdiction zones to explicitly include references to the Eastern Mediterranean and an exclusive economic zone (EEZ).

Turkish officials, including Admiral Yaycı, have made new provocative statements asserting Turkey's 'Blue Homeland' doctrine and plans for an Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) up to 200 nautical miles in the Aegean and Eastern Mediterranean. These declarations outline Turkey's claims over significant maritime areas.

Turkey is reportedly preparing and submitting a bill to define its maritime zones in the Aegean and Eastern Mediterranean seas. This legislative move aligns with its 'Blue Homeland' doctrine, potentially impacting regional geopolitical dynamics.

Scientists have identified the largest known waterfall in Earth's history, which refilled the dried-up eastern Mediterranean Sea five million years ago via a waterfall off Sicily. Its enormous basin has now been discovered.

Australian pop star Delta Goodrem is set to headline the music program for a 12-day luxury voyage through the Adriatic and Eastern Mediterranean.

The Secretary General of the PEO union, Sotiroula Charalambous, stated that recent developments in the Eastern Mediterranean underscore the urgent need for a solution to the Cyprus problem, which will be highlighted on May Day.

Transocean (RIG) has announced a new contract for drilling operations in the Eastern Mediterranean region.

Türkiye’s Foreign Ministry has rejected Greece’s unlawful attempts to impose fishing bans beyond its jurisdiction in the Aegean and Eastern Mediterranean, emphasizing that such measures are unacceptable.

The Port of Piraeus continues to serve as a key logistics hub for the Eastern Mediterranean and Southeast Europe, demonstrating resilience despite disruptions to global supply chains caused by the conflict in the Middle East.

As Europe debates its strategic autonomy, issues of navigation and security in the Eastern Mediterranean are being raised, with specific mentions of Hormuz and Kasos.

An international conference held in Nicosia, titled “Climate Action in the Eastern Mediterranean and Middle East Regional Cooperation,” issued a strong call for coordinated climate action in the Mediterranean region, emphasizing science, innovation, and regional cooperation.

Egypt has secured the entire natural gas output from Cyprus's Aphrodite field, a move aimed at bolstering its energy security and investing in new gas transmission infrastructure in the Eastern Mediterranean.

Turkey's Ministry of Defense has released footage from its "Blue Homeland-2026" military exercise currently underway in the Eastern Mediterranean, showcasing its military strength and readiness.

The Royal Navy's Type 45 destroyer HMS Dragon has docked in the eastern Mediterranean for a short maintenance stop after experiencing technical problems with its water systems.

The Port of Piraeus is celebrating ten years of strategic partnership with COSCO, a collaboration that has transformed the port into a crucial connectivity hub linking Europe, Asia, and the Eastern Mediterranean.

Cyprus Deputy Migration Minister Nicholas Ioannides stated that Cyprus serves as a pillar of stability and security in the Eastern Mediterranean, acting as a bridge for cooperation and peace in the sensitive region.

Greece is undertaking an ambitious defense program, the 'Achilles' Shield,' heavily relying on advanced Israeli defense systems to create a robust multi-layered air defense network in the Eastern Mediterranean.

Cyprus finds itself on the Eastern Mediterranean energy and geopolitical chessboard, facing challenges from governance inadequacy to achieving strategic autonomy, particularly concerning its significant subsea natural gas resources.

Drone attacks in the Eastern Mediterranean have caused fear in Cyprus and exposed serious deficiencies in its civil defense system. Authorities admit the country is not adequately prepared for a potential expansion of the Middle East conflict.

Dutch politicians criticized the Cabinet after the Defense Minister confirmed that the frigate HNLMS Evertsen was deployed to the eastern Mediterranean despite its main gun being non-operational.

The French Ministry of Defense released a video showcasing the aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle sailing in the Eastern Mediterranean, as part of France's naval aeronautical group deployment in the region.

The concentration of NATO forces near Cyprus is contributing to tensions in an already volatile region rather than easing them, Russia’s Ambassador to Cyprus Murat Zyazikov said on Wednesday. His comments came as European warships converged on the Eastern Mediterranean following the drone strike on the British base at Akrotiri on 2 March. France redirected […]

Cyprus has become a strategic center on the eastern flank of the Mediterranean, serving as a European outpost, espionage hub, and a new energy front, highlighted by a drone threat to a British base.

A Royal Navy surveillance helicopter has arrived at RAF Akrotiri in Cyprus to strengthen the defence of British military forces in the Eastern Mediterranean, ITV News reported.

A trilateral meeting between Mitsotakis, Christodoulides, and Macron in Paphos sent a clear geopolitical message: Cyprus is an integral part of the Western security system, amidst rising tensions in the Eastern Mediterranean.

The Netherlands is sending the air defense and command frigate HNLMS Evertsen to the eastern Mediterranean to help protect countries in the region against Iranian attacks.

The purchase of the “Kentavros” systems was approved by Brussels with funding linked to support through the SAFE mechanism The post Cyprus purchases 4 “Kentavros” anti-drone systems amid tensions in the Eastern Mediterranean appeared first on ProtoThema English.

An article by Dimitris Avramopoulos, MP, former European Commissioner, and former Minister of Foreign Affairs and National Defense, discusses Greece, Cyprus, and the new geopolitical reality in the Eastern Mediterranean.

Despite the escalating conflict in the Middle East and the Eastern Mediterranean feeling the heat of war, Greece is reporting 'positive news' regarding its acute housing problem.

An opinion piece questions the morality of British Bases and the West, arguing that despite leaders using language of security and human rights, current actions in the Middle East, Eastern Mediterranean, and Iran show the exact opposite.

The Incirlik Air Base, located near Adana in Turkey's Cilicia region, is highlighted as one of the most iconic military sites in the Eastern Mediterranean, with its construction beginning in 1951.

The U.K. said it will deploy a Royal Navy warship to the eastern Mediterranean to bolster security around its Royal Air Force (RAF) base at Akrotiri in Cyprus

French President Emmanuel Macron announced the deployment of the aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle to the Mediterranean Sea, citing the need to protect economic interests and work towards a coalition to secure maritime traffic.

President Emmanuel Macron has ordered the French aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle and its strike group to the Eastern Mediterranean, following an emergency session at the Élysée Palace to address…

Greece deploys two naval frigates and F-16 fighter jets to Cyprus to strengthen the island's defense after a drone warning that caused eva

An article discusses the presence of American military bases in various Middle Eastern and Eastern Mediterranean countries, emphasizing Greece's crucial strategic role in the region.

A new Turkish letter to the UN reignites tensions in the Eastern Mediterranean, culminating a two-year 'paper war' between Athens and Ankara over Maritime Spatial Planning, marine parks, and maritime jurisdiction limits.