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The German embassy in Nicosia has issued a strong protest, demanding the release of a woman held for two years in custody, accused of advertising real estate in northern Cyprus originally owned by Greek Cypriots.
A National Guard soldier is among two Greek Cypriots whose detention was extended in Northern Cyprus on allegations of entering a military restricted area without authorization.
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 Council of Europe's committee of ministers will once again examine the Immovable Property Commission and the situation regarding Greek Cypriots' access to property and compensation for lost immovable property in northern Cyprus.
Cyprus has accused Turkey of continuing to violate international law and human rights through its military presence on the island, arguing that Ankara’s policies harm both Greek Cypriots and Turkish…
Sir Stelios has awarded €500,000 through the Stelios Bi-Communal Awards to foster business cooperation between Greek Cypriots and Turkish Cypriots in Cyprus.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis traveled to Tripoli for diplomatic discussions, including maritime and energy talks, meeting with the President of the Presidential Council and the Prime Minister of the Government of National Unity.
The Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs strongly rebuffed statements by Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, who criticized Greece's cooperation with Israel and warned it could lead to conflict. Greece asserted it does not accept directives or owe explanations for its foreign policy.
Hulusi Akar, chairman of the Turkish parliamentary defense committee, threatened Greek Cypriots on social media, stating that the upcoming Easter might be their last.
Ziya Öztürkler, speaker of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) Parliament, dismissed Greek Cypriots’ aspirations for NATO membership as a 'vain hope' during a meeting.
A Noverna Analytics poll indicates that Greek Cypriot attitudes towards the new Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman remain largely negative, with 41 percent expressing unfavourable views.
Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides will meet with Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhürman to address issues faced by enclaved Greek Cypriots in Karpasia, particularly difficulties at the Rizokarpaso school, and the deadlock in Cyprus talks.
Former Greek Cypriot chief negotiator Andreas Mavroyiannis stated that the Greek Cypriot side's acceptance of a bicommunal federation after the 1974 Turkish invasion was its 'greatest concession' in the pursuit of a Cyprus settlement.
Two Greek Cypriots who were detained in northern Cyprus have been handed three-day remands by authorities.
Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon have killed at least 17 people, with Prime Minister Netanyahu stating that Israel is at war with Hezbollah, not the Lebanese people. This comes as a world court prosecutor who pursued Netanyahu for war crimes was suspended over sexual misconduct allegations.
A study on public opinion regarding the Cyprus problem found "more overlap than expected" between Turkish Cypriots' and Greek Cypriots' views on how to resolve the issue, according to Rich Calver of the British High Commission.
Presidential Commissioner Marios Hartsiotis will visit the occupied villages of Rizokarpasso and Ayia Triada on Wednesday to meet with residents. The visit aims to provide practical state support and maintain regular communication with Greek Cypriots.
The Foreign Minister of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus has issued a warning to Greek Cypriots regarding their deepening cooperation with Israel.
A 41-year-old Ukrainian national, identified as estate agent Denys Pohodin, pleaded guilty to advertising and promoting the sale of property in northern Cyprus that belonged to Greek Cypriots before 1974.
Turkish Vice President Cevdet Yilmaz claimed that Greek Cypriots are not sincere in efforts to resolve the Cyprus problem, reiterating Ankara’s support for a two-state solution.
Hulusi Akar, chair of the Turkish parliament’s Defence Committee, posted a threatening message on X targeting Greek Cypriots. The message warned those 'dreaming of Easter' in Cyprus that it would be their last.
Two women on trial for defrauding Greek Cypriots with properties in the north of Cyprus have changed their plea to guilty and are awaiting sentencing at Limassol criminal court.
Turkey “will not hesitate” to act against “hostile attitudes” shown towards the Turkish Cypriots as the conflict in the region widens, the country’s defence ministry’s spokesman rear admiral Zeki…
Speaking at an event in Istanbul on Tuesday, Turkish Cypriot President Tufan Erhürman said talks with Greek Cypriots cannot be resumed unless the political equality of both sides i...
Cyprus's foreign ministry has condemned the visit of the Turkish Vice President to northern Cyprus, while the Turkish official stated that Turkey brought peace to Greek Cypriots. This highlights ongoing tensions and differing perspectives on the status of the region.
Turkish Cypriot Prime Minister Ünal Üstel has voiced opposition to an alleged new 'solution plan' for divided Cyprus, reportedly put forth by Greek Cypriots.
The UN secretary-general’s personal envoy for Cyprus, Maria Angela Holguin, highlighted the crucial role of the island’s bicommunal technical committees in fostering cooperation and mutual understanding between Greek Cypriots and Turkish Cypriots.
Türkiye's Ministry of National Defense stated its readiness against the armament efforts of Greece and Greek Cypriots, urging the Greek populace to consider their rising defense expenditures.
Liberal Democrat peer John Sharkey, speaking in the House of Lords, attributed the historic impasse in Cyprus negotiations to the Greek Cypriot community and called for greater attention to the Turkish Cypriot side.
Omer Celik, spokesman for Turkey's ruling AK Party, condemned what he called a 'shameful alliance' between Greek Cypriots and Israel, also criticizing Greece for allowing 'third parties' to interfere in its relations with Turkey.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan criticized both the Greek Cypriot side and Israel, accusing them of forming an alliance against Muslim countries during his closing address at the Antalya diplomacy forum.
Turkish Vice President Cevdet Yılmaz accused Greek Cypriot authorities of lacking sincerity in efforts to reach a settlement on the island, criticizing their approach to Cyprus talks.
Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides stated that a transit road through the Turkish Cypriot Kokkina exclave would significantly improve the lives of Greek Cypriots in surrounding villages. He confirmed the proposal is on the agenda.
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.
There is “no understandable reason” to say that a new crossing point in the eastern Nicosia suburb of Mia Milia would only benefit Turkish Cypriots, Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman said on Friday. “It is clear that the Mia Milia and Louroujina crossing points would benefit both Turkish Cypriots and Greek Cypriots. Especially considering the […]