News: Politics
Cyprus news in the “Politics” category — updated throughout the day.
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 support from Greek F-16s and naval forces.
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,…
PoliticsChristodoulides says Cyprus reunification would bolster EU autonomy and regional crisis response
Speaking at Maastricht University, President Nikos Christodoulides linked a Cyprus settlement to stronger EU autonomy and urged deeper…
PoliticsIAF president calls Turkey a shared adversary as Cyprus MPs launch pro-Israel group
Six MPs from Disy, Elam and Diko formed a parliamentary group to strengthen cooperation with Israel, as IAF…
PoliticsAlma and Direct Democracy discuss possible joint candidate for 2028 presidency
Alma representative Michalis Paraskevas says talks with Fidias Panayiotou’s movement have not produced an agreement, while both sides…