News: Politics
Cyprus news in the “Politics” category — updated throughout the day.
PoliticsMavroyiannis sets January deadline for decision on 2028 presidential bid
Andreas Mavroyiannis says he will decide by January whether to contest the 2028 presidential election, without waiting for Akel’s candidate selection.
PoliticsChristodoulides warns Spanish election could complicate EU budget agreement
President Nikos Christodoulides urged an EU budget deal by year-end, warning that elections in Spain and political uncertainty…
PoliticsChristodoulides urges EU flexibility on energy bills and further ETS2 delay
President Nikos Christodoulides says Cyprus will back calls for more scope for national energy measures and a further…
PoliticsNational Guard includes drones in final phase of Iris 2026 exercise
The Iris 2026 exercise concluded at Kalo Chorio on Thursday, with drones participating for the first time and…
PoliticsCyprus expects October navigation notice for Great Sea Interconnector surveys
Energy Minister Michael Damianos says a navigation notice for seabed surveys between Cyprus and Crete is expected within…
PoliticsCyprus prioritises AI safeguards and research in Dublin talks
Chief Scientist Demetris Skourides discussed Cyprus’ AI priorities with Sir Demis Hassabis in Dublin amid warnings that recent…
PoliticsPantelides says MPs cover own costs in new Israel Allies Foundation group
Diko MP Chrysis Pantelides said the new Cyprus parliamentary group receives no financial backing from the Israel Allies…
PoliticsChristodoulides to join Brussels talks on EU budget for 2028-2034
President Nikos Christodoulides will attend European Council discussions on the EU’s next long-term budget, alongside talks on competitiveness,…
PoliticsAkel backs nationwide protest over high electricity prices
Akel announced its support on Thursday for Saturday’s nationwide demonstration, with organisers gathering in Nicosia before a march…
PoliticsSavvides warns against media allegations of institutional cover-ups
Attorney-general George Savvides defended free expression while warning against unsupported accusations, amid scrutiny of the legal service’s handling…
PoliticsPalmas meets Egyptian border guard chief for talks on defence cooperation
Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas and Egypt’s border guard chief discussed bilateral cooperation and Eastern Mediterranean security on Wednesday,…