News: Politics
Cyprus news in the “Politics” category — updated throughout the day.
PoliticsUN initiative on Cyprus talks has already begun, Cyprus government spokesman says
Nicosia, Cyprus. A United Nations initiative aimed at advancing efforts to resolve the Cyprus problem has already begun, Cyprus government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said on Tuesday. He said the initiative was initiated by UN…
PoliticsEU urged to release €90 billion loan for Ukraine and advance new Russia sanctions
Luxembourg, Luxembourg. Cyprus Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos said the European Union must ensure the release and transfer of…
PoliticsUN’s Lacroix says regular interaction with Turkish Cypriot side is important for peacekeeping work
Nicosia, Cyprus. UN undersecretary-general for peacekeeping operations Jean-Pierre Lacroix said regular interaction with the Turkish Cypriot side is…
PoliticsRobbins says Starmer office pressured fast-track Mandelson U.S. ambassador appointment
London, United Kingdom. Former foreign ministry top official Olly Robbins said he faced “constant pressure” from Prime Minister…
PoliticsCyprus government calls ‘TRNC’ flag display at UN meeting an “unfortunate moment”
Nicosia, Cyprus. Government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said the placement of the flag of the ‘TRNC’ at a meeting…
PoliticsCyprus steps up foot-and-mouth disease measures and prepares for informal EU Council meeting
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus’ efforts to contain foot-and-mouth disease are continuing in coordination with the European Commission and the…
PoliticsCyprus seeks FBI assistance in probe tied to journalist Makarios Drousiotis’ allegations
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus has requested assistance from the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) in investigations into…
PoliticsTurkish naval corvette and submarine to visit northern Cyprus for national holiday events
Kyrenia, Cyprus. The Turkish Kilic class corvette TCG Imbat and the naval submarine TCG Gur are due to…
PoliticsUN peacekeeping chief calls for calm in Cyprus buffer zone after meeting with president
Nicosia, Cyprus. UN undersecretary-general for peacekeeping operations Jean-Pierre Lacroix on Tuesday called for calm in the buffer zone…
PoliticsNewly registered voters to collect electoral booklets from May 21, interior ministry says
Nicosia, Cyprus. Newly registered voters can collect their electoral booklets from mayors and community leaders starting May 21,…
PoliticsCyprus and French forces hold joint training under bilateral military cooperation programme
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus and the French armed forces have conducted joint training under a bilateral military cooperation programme,…