News: Politics
Cyprus news in the “Politics” category — updated throughout the day.
PoliticsGeorge Pamboridis says he will seek Disy nomination for Cyprus’ 2028 presidential election
Nicosia, Cyprus. Former health minister George Pamboridis said on Friday that he will seek Disy’s nomination for the 2028 presidential election. He named Averof Neophytou, Annita Demetriou and himself as figures he believes will…
PoliticsCyprus reviews progress on Swiss-funded projects exceeding €26 million
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus’s Finance Ministry reviewed progress on Swiss-funded projects worth more than €26 million during the fourth…
PoliticsBritish Cypriot Labour MPs back Andy Burnham in leadership race
London, United Kingdom. Two British Cypriot members of the House of Commons have backed former Manchester mayor Andy…
PoliticsCyprus government criticizes parliament for rejecting extension of deputy minister’s term
Nicosia, Cyprus. Government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis on Friday sharply criticized parliament after lawmakers rejected a government request to…
PoliticsTurkish Cypriot ‘foreign ministry’ condemns European Parliament resolution on 1974 sexual violence
Nicosia, Cyprus. The Turkish Cypriot ‘foreign ministry’ has condemned a European Parliament resolution on the sexual violence suffered…
PoliticsWoman of claimed Cypriot origin appeals for help to leave Gaza
Gaza, Palestine. A 24-year-old woman who said she is of Cypriot origin has appealed to the government for…
PoliticsCyprus-Israel cooperation is mutually beneficial, defence committee chair says
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cooperation between Cyprus and Israel is mutually beneficial, Elam MP and House defence committee chairman Evgenios…
PoliticsCyprus urges stronger global action on conflict-related sexual violence at UN debate
New York, United States. Cyprus called for stronger international action to support survivors of conflict-related sexual violence and…
PoliticsCyprus says EU presidency advanced housing coordination and civil protection legislation
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus’ presidency of the Council of the European Union helped strengthen momentum for a more coordinated…
PoliticsCyprus reaffirms support for Lebanon and backs closer EU ties
Nicosia, Cyprus. President Nikos Christodoulides on Thursday reaffirmed Cyprus’ commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with Lebanon, saying the…
PoliticsMarine Le Pen to pursue presidential bid as legal appeal suspends sentence
Paris, France. French far-right leader Marine Le Pen said she will run for president after an appeals court…