News: Politics
Cyprus news in the “Politics” category — updated throughout the day.
PoliticsYilmaz rejects European Parliament resolution on 1974 conflict-related sexual violence
Ankara, Turkey. Turkish Vice President Cevdet Yilmaz rejected a European Parliament resolution on rape and sexual violence committed during Turkey’s 1974 invasion of Cyprus, describing it as legally and morally unfounded. He said the…
PoliticsDisy figures clash over timing of 2028 presidential candidacy discussions
Nicosia, Cyprus. Disy MP George Pamborides and figures close to former party leader Averof Neophytou exchanged criticism on…
PoliticsCyprus reinforces defence ties with France at Bastille Day parade
Paris, France. Cyprus reaffirmed its defence partnership with France as National Guard personnel took part in the Bastille…
PoliticsEU advances accession talks with Ukraine, Moldova, Albania and Montenegro
Brussels, Belgium. The European Union moved Ukraine, Moldova, Albania and Montenegro closer to membership on Tuesday through a…
PoliticsLebanon and Israel resume Rome talks on south Lebanon withdrawal
Rome, Italy. Lebanon and Israel resumed U.S.-led talks on Tuesday, with Beirut seeking progress towards an Israeli withdrawal…
PoliticsEuropean Commission envoy Fitto to engage both Cyprus communities
Nicosia, Cyprus. European Commission envoy Raffaele Fitto will engage with both communities in Cyprus as part of efforts…
PoliticsShipping deputy minister meets new communications commissioners
Nicosia, Cyprus. Deputy Minister of Shipping Marina Hadjimanolis met on Tuesday with newly appointed Communications Commissioner Marios Pieri…
PoliticsCyprus and US reaffirm cooperation on migration, border security and stability
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus and the United States reaffirmed their commitment to expanding cooperation on migration, border security and…
PoliticsAradippou council opposes migrant minors shelter plan over consultation concerns
Aradippou, Cyprus. Aradippou municipal council unanimously opposed plans to establish a shelter for unaccompanied migrant minors in the…
PoliticsChristodoulides, Fidan hold brief talks in Paris
Paris, France. President Nikos Christodoulides and Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held a short conversation on the sidelines…
PoliticsKilicdaroglu says Cyprus north should be called the Turkish Republic of Cyprus
Ankara, Turkey. Kemal Kilicdaroglu, installed as leader of Turkey’s main opposition CHP by a court decision, said on…