https://www.euronews.com en Latest news from Euronews Euronews 2026 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 16:12:26 +0200 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 16:12:26 +0200 30 https://static.euronews.com/website/images/euronews_flatblue.png https://www.euronews.com https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/09/egypt-greece-and-cyprus-back-plans-to-bring-cypriot-gas-to-europe https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/09/egypt-greece-and-cyprus-back-plans-to-bring-cypriot-gas-to-europe Wed, 09 Sep 2026 16:11:29 +0200 Cyprus’ Cronos gas is expected to reach European markets via Egypt from 2028, with Greece offering an onward route into southeastern and central Europe. The three countries renewed their backing for the plan at their El Alamein summit. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/09/occupied-territory-or-colonial-remnant-the-nuance-behind-the-british-bases-in-cyprus https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/09/occupied-territory-or-colonial-remnant-the-nuance-behind-the-british-bases-in-cyprus Wed, 09 Sep 2026 08:53:29 +0200 Experts say that it's too emotive to refer to the British Overseas Territories of Akrotiri and Dhekelia in Cyprus as an 'occupation', instead they are colonial remnants that provide mixed benefits to both sides. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/04/death-toll-from-cyprus-ferry-sinking-rises-to-12-as-searches-continue https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/04/death-toll-from-cyprus-ferry-sinking-rises-to-12-as-searches-continue Fri, 04 Sep 2026 13:26:47 +0200 According to the Turkish Ministry of Defence, seven ships and six aircraft are supporting search operations for the 16 people that remain missing. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/03/west-nile-virus-290-cases-and-24-deaths-in-greece-cyprus-calls-for-calm https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/03/west-nile-virus-290-cases-and-24-deaths-in-greece-cyprus-calls-for-calm Thu, 03 Sep 2026 11:18:56 +0200 Pressure on Greek hospitals remains high. In Cyprus, figures still stand at four confirmed West Nile virus cases, with two more under investigation. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/31/rescuers-continue-search-for-missing-after-deadly-north-cyprus-ferry-accident https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/31/rescuers-continue-search-for-missing-after-deadly-north-cyprus-ferry-accident Mon, 31 Aug 2026 11:00:14 +0200 Several survivors told local media they heard a blast shortly before the vessel rolled, with police detaining the captain and more than a dozen others. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/30/passenger-ship-carrying-270-people-sinks-off-coast-of-northern-cyprus https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/30/passenger-ship-carrying-270-people-sinks-off-coast-of-northern-cyprus Sun, 30 Aug 2026 14:26:54 +0200 Eight other crew members who were on board when the boat set sail from Kyreneia have also been arrested. Investigations into the accident are still underway. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/27/rival-leaders-of-divided-cyprus-agree-to-meet-weekly-after-un-chiefs-visit https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/27/rival-leaders-of-divided-cyprus-agree-to-meet-weekly-after-un-chiefs-visit Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:08:20 +0200 Cyprus has been divided since 1974, when Turkey invaded and occupied the northern third of the island in response to an Athens-engineered Greek Cypriot coup seeking unification with Greece. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/18/how-cyprus-became-one-of-europes-biggest-video-game-hubs https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/18/how-cyprus-became-one-of-europes-biggest-video-game-hubs Tue, 18 Aug 2026 13:18:13 +0200 A small Mediterranean island now ranks among Europe's top 10 gaming markets by revenue — and third in the world for mobile downloads, behind only China and Vietnam. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/09/cypriot-natural-gas-flowing-to-europe-in-2028-says-cyprus-energy-minister https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/09/cypriot-natural-gas-flowing-to-europe-in-2028-says-cyprus-energy-minister Sun, 09 Aug 2026 14:31:44 +0200 In an exclusive interview with the Associated Press, he highlights the progress of Cyprus's ongoing energy projects, which will also benefit EU citizens. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/07/cyprus-energy-minister-meridiams-entry-into-great-sea-interconnector-is-vote-of-confidence https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/07/cyprus-energy-minister-meridiams-entry-into-great-sea-interconnector-is-vote-of-confidence Fri, 07 Aug 2026 12:00:33 +0200 Nicosia's final decisions will be based on the findings of the European Investment Bank, which will also determine the final cost of the Greece–Cyprus power interconnection project, Michalis Damianos said. https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/31/cyprus-44-year-old-accused-of-spying-on-british-base-for-iran https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/31/cyprus-44-year-old-accused-of-spying-on-british-base-for-iran Fri, 31 Jul 2026 14:23:00 +0200 The man, a dual British and Azerbaijani national, is being held in Cyprus while extradition proceedings are underway. It is the first British investigation abroad under the National Security Act. https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/31/raffaele-fitto-in-nicosia-eu-seeks-key-role-in-cyprus-talks https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/31/raffaele-fitto-in-nicosia-eu-seeks-key-role-in-cyprus-talks Fri, 31 Jul 2026 11:34:21 +0200 The European Commission's Special Envoy on the Cyprus issue visited Cyprus for talks with the leaders of both sides following UN chief Guterrer's own visit to the divided country. https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/29/un-chief-guterres-to-convene-new-talks-on-ending-cyprus-decades-long-conflict https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/29/un-chief-guterres-to-convene-new-talks-on-ending-cyprus-decades-long-conflict Wed, 29 Jul 2026 13:58:15 +0200 The UN-Secretary General did not announce a timeline for the talks, and insisted that it would depend on "adequate preparation" and progress in matters such as confidence-building measures. https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/28/guterres-says-he-will-continue-efforts-to-restart-cyprus-talks https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/28/guterres-says-he-will-continue-efforts-to-restart-cyprus-talks Tue, 28 Jul 2026 13:39:17 +0200 The UN Secretary-General reaffirmed his commitment to supporting renewed negotiations after separate meetings with Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides and Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhürman. https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/20/cyprus-marks-the-52nd-anniversary-of-turkeys-invasion-of-the-island https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/20/cyprus-marks-the-52nd-anniversary-of-turkeys-invasion-of-the-island Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:13:16 +0200 Turkey launched its invasion on the 20th of July, 1974, occupying roughly 37% of the island. Around 3,000 people, mostly civilians, died in the invasion, while 1,619 were reported missing. https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/15/cypriot-minister-defends-appointment-of-eu-cyprus-special-representative-following-backlas https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/15/cypriot-minister-defends-appointment-of-eu-cyprus-special-representative-following-backlas Wed, 15 Jul 2026 10:44:27 +0200 Cyprus says the EU’s appointment of Raffaele Fitto as special representative for the divided Mediterranean territory will support reunification efforts, but Turkish Cypriot leadership has blasted the move as biased and putting strain on efforts to improve EU-Turkey relations. https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/08/which-european-countries-have-the-cleanest-swimming-waters-and-why https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/08/which-european-countries-have-the-cleanest-swimming-waters-and-why Wed, 08 Jul 2026 08:15:58 +0200 Every summer, millions of Europeans head to beaches, lakes, and rivers. New data shows most of this water is safe, but not everywhere. Where are Europe's cleanest waters? Watch the video. https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/03/cyprus-only-23-of-tourist-accommodation-is-fully-licensed-deputy-tourism-minister-responds https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/03/cyprus-only-23-of-tourist-accommodation-is-fully-licensed-deputy-tourism-minister-responds Fri, 03 Jul 2026 11:20:19 +0200 The report by Cyprus’s Audit Office says 55% of accommodation operates without full legality, while a further 22% only hold a temporary licence. https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/03/aegean-resumes-direct-flights-between-paphos-and-athens https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/03/aegean-resumes-direct-flights-between-paphos-and-athens Fri, 03 Jul 2026 11:09:01 +0200 At 6:31 am local time, the first Aegean flight arrived in Athens, landing at the Greek capital’s airport in the early hours of Friday morning. https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/01/committee-tasked-with-post-war-gaza-governance-says-cyprus-talks-highly-productive https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/01/committee-tasked-with-post-war-gaza-governance-says-cyprus-talks-highly-productive Wed, 01 Jul 2026 22:49:53 +0200 Participants reviewed plans for reconstruction, security and governance, while developing a framework to ensure transparency and accountability for international donors. https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/30/two-gas-fields-off-cyprus-could-start-production-by-2033 https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/30/two-gas-fields-off-cyprus-could-start-production-by-2033 Tue, 30 Jun 2026 16:34:28 +0200 Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides lauded the signing of the "declaration of marketability" as a "major step towards establishing the Eastern Mediterranean as a credible alternative energy corridor for Europe". https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/29/cyprus-tourism-revenues-fell-by-more-than-35-in-april-as-a-result-of-the-war https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/29/cyprus-tourism-revenues-fell-by-more-than-35-in-april-as-a-result-of-the-war Mon, 29 Jun 2026 15:53:13 +0200 Despite an initially expected downturn, Deputy Tourism Minister Kostas Koumis said tourism in Cyprus had returned to a "stable course", adding that improving performance in recent months showed government measures had "a positive impact". https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/19/cypriot-minister-vows-to-keep-building-on-eu-accession-momentum https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/19/cypriot-minister-vows-to-keep-building-on-eu-accession-momentum Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:48:14 +0200 As the last days of Cyprus’s rotating EU presidency approach, Deputy Minister for European Affairs, Marilena Raouna, says her country will work "very hard" to open the remaining phases of talks on Ukraine and Moldova's EU membership. https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/17/drug-monopoly-extension-splits-eu-ministers-in-biotech-act-debate https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/17/drug-monopoly-extension-splits-eu-ministers-in-biotech-act-debate Wed, 17 Jun 2026 16:24:13 +0200 EU health ministers split over a proposal to give certain innovative medicines an extra year of market protection, with EU Health Commissioner arguing the incentive is needed to keep biotech investment in Europe. Incoming Irish presidency, in the meantime, says it will work as quickly as possible. https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/04/cyprus-and-kazakhstan-deepen-ties-with-agreements-flights-and-investment-plans https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/04/cyprus-and-kazakhstan-deepen-ties-with-agreements-flights-and-investment-plans Thu, 04 Jun 2026 12:48:45 +0200 Five cooperation agreements were signed during the first visit by a Cypriot president to Kazakhstan. The talks focused on trade, investment, transport and digital development, while new direct flights and diplomatic initiatives aim to strengthen links between Europe and Central Asia. https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/02/us-and-uk-ease-cyprus-travel-advice-boost-for-tourism https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/02/us-and-uk-ease-cyprus-travel-advice-boost-for-tourism Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:45:09 +0200 The two countries had raised the security level for Cyprus after drone attacks on the British base at Akrotiri, moving it to level three at the time – 'reconsider your travel' https://www.euronews.com/2026/05/27/ferry-link-between-cyprus-and-lebanon-will-start-operating-from-9-june https://www.euronews.com/2026/05/27/ferry-link-between-cyprus-and-lebanon-will-start-operating-from-9-june Wed, 27 May 2026 16:25:42 +0200 Cedar Waves has now opened its online platform for bookings, allowing customers to reserve their stays directly through the company’s website. https://www.euronews.com/2026/05/24/cyprus-parliamentary-elections-disy-and-akel-race-for-first-place-as-far-right-make-gains https://www.euronews.com/2026/05/24/cyprus-parliamentary-elections-disy-and-akel-race-for-first-place-as-far-right-make-gains Sun, 24 May 2026 19:46:21 +0200 Centre-right Democratic Rally (DISY) secured first place in Cyprus’s parliamentary election, ahead of the left-wing AKEL. Far-right ELAM achieved historic breakthrough into third place, while newly formed anti-corruption ALMA and Fidias Panayiotou's Direct Democracy both crossed the threshold. https://www.euronews.com/2026/05/22/egypt-to-ship-cypriot-gas-to-europe-in-qatarenergy-deal https://www.euronews.com/2026/05/22/egypt-to-ship-cypriot-gas-to-europe-in-qatarenergy-deal Fri, 22 May 2026 15:42:00 +0200 QatarEnergy and ExxonMobil have signed a deal with Egypt to pipe Cypriot offshore gas to Egyptian liquefaction facilities for export to Europe — the latest sign that Egypt is becoming the Eastern Mediterranean's dominant energy hub. https://www.euronews.com/2026/05/18/gaza-bound-aid-flotilla-says-it-is-under-attack-as-israel-intercepts-fleet-off-cyprus https://www.euronews.com/2026/05/18/gaza-bound-aid-flotilla-says-it-is-under-attack-as-israel-intercepts-fleet-off-cyprus Mon, 18 May 2026 13:14:54 +0200 The Israeli foreign ministry said the aim of the flotilla was to "serve Hamas, to divert attention from Hamas's refusal to disarm and to obstruct progress on President Trump's peace plan." https://www.euronews.com/2026/05/15/rise-in-dolphin-and-whale-sightings-in-cyprus-prompts-increased-protection-measures https://www.euronews.com/2026/05/15/rise-in-dolphin-and-whale-sightings-in-cyprus-prompts-increased-protection-measures Fri, 15 May 2026 09:00:55 +0200 In recent weeks, an increased presence of dolphins and other cetaceans has been recorded in the marine areas of Cyprus. https://www.euronews.com/2026/05/08/euronews-report-in-ayia-napa-tourist-traffic-in-cyprus-down-30-40-but-with-signs-of-recove https://www.euronews.com/2026/05/08/euronews-report-in-ayia-napa-tourist-traffic-in-cyprus-down-30-40-but-with-signs-of-recove Fri, 08 May 2026 09:43:33 +0200 Concerns remain for tourism in Cyprus due to the war in Iran, though there are smiles of optimism from the recovery trend of the last few days with an increase in bookings. https://www.euronews.com/2026/05/05/eu-rules-fuel-cyprus-culling-clash-as-farmers-threaten-protests https://www.euronews.com/2026/05/05/eu-rules-fuel-cyprus-culling-clash-as-farmers-threaten-protests Tue, 05 May 2026 12:14:58 +0200 Protests are looming in Cyprus as farmers oppose mass culling and demand alternative EU measures. The Veterinary Association says NO. https://www.euronews.com/2026/05/04/eu-ambassadors-hold-private-discussions-on-mutual-defence-clause-amid-rising-geopolitical- https://www.euronews.com/2026/05/04/eu-ambassadors-hold-private-discussions-on-mutual-defence-clause-amid-rising-geopolitical- Mon, 04 May 2026 17:49:33 +0200 Representatives from the EU's 27 countries are simulating how to collectively respond to a variety of threats spanning hybrid attacks to typical aggressions. But questions loom regarding the exact details of the scenarios — and outcomes. https://www.euronews.com/2026/04/27/historic-ship-kyrenia-ii-sets-sail-once-again-in-cypriot-waters https://www.euronews.com/2026/04/27/historic-ship-kyrenia-ii-sets-sail-once-again-in-cypriot-waters Mon, 27 Apr 2026 11:50:28 +0200 The 'Kyrenia II' ship was built in 1985 thanks to an ancient technique and made the journey from Piraeus to Paphos autonomously. https://www.euronews.com/2026/04/24/eu-leaders-vow-to-boost-security-and-economic-ties-with-middle-east-to-minimise-effect-of- https://www.euronews.com/2026/04/24/eu-leaders-vow-to-boost-security-and-economic-ties-with-middle-east-to-minimise-effect-of- Fri, 24 Apr 2026 20:36:13 +0200 Leaders from Lebanon, Egypt, Syria and Jordan as well as the secretary general of the Gulf Cooperation Council, were in Nicosia to meet their European Union counterparts on the sidelines of an EU summit. https://www.euronews.com/2026/04/24/cyprus-how-the-middle-east-war-is-shaping-europes-closest-frontier-to-the-conflict https://www.euronews.com/2026/04/24/cyprus-how-the-middle-east-war-is-shaping-europes-closest-frontier-to-the-conflict Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:00:15 +0200 On 1 March, an Iranian-made Shahed drone launched from Lebanon hit the British airbase of Akrotiri in Cyprus, bringing the Iran war unexpectedly closer to Europe. This report explores the tensions shaping the European Union’s closest frontier to the conflict. https://www.euronews.com/2026/04/24/eu-mutual-assistance-clause-doesnt-contradict-nato-kallas-tells-euronews-as-trump-blasts-a https://www.euronews.com/2026/04/24/eu-mutual-assistance-clause-doesnt-contradict-nato-kallas-tells-euronews-as-trump-blasts-a Fri, 24 Apr 2026 15:58:32 +0200 The EU's mutual assistance clause and NATO's collective defence are "complementary to each other", High Representative Kaja Kallas told Euronews amid Donald Trump's threats to withdraw from the alliance. https://www.euronews.com/2026/04/23/eu-leaders-meet-in-cyprus-to-talk-ukraine-hormuz-energy-and-mutual-defence https://www.euronews.com/2026/04/23/eu-leaders-meet-in-cyprus-to-talk-ukraine-hormuz-energy-and-mutual-defence Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:24:44 +0200 One of the key issues at the summit will be Article 42.7 of the EU treaties, which provides mutual assistance in case of an armed attack. Member states want to develop a playbook to know how the article works in practice. https://www.euronews.com/2026/04/21/all-winners-european-heritage-awards-celebration-conservation-and-reconversion-projects https://www.euronews.com/2026/04/21/all-winners-european-heritage-awards-celebration-conservation-and-reconversion-projects Tue, 21 Apr 2026 18:09:03 +0200 The European Heritage Awards were launched by the European Commission in 2002 and are run by Europa Nostra. https://www.euronews.com/2026/04/20/cyprus-upgrades-key-bases-with-us-funds-to-boost-middle-east-relief https://www.euronews.com/2026/04/20/cyprus-upgrades-key-bases-with-us-funds-to-boost-middle-east-relief Mon, 20 Apr 2026 11:09:18 +0200 Cyprus will upgrade key air and naval bases with US and EU-backed funding to boost its role as a humanitarian hub for Middle East evacuations, according to officials. https://www.euronews.com/2026/03/27/cyprus-travel-to-the-middle-east-on-the-rise-there-will-be-no-repatriation-operation https://www.euronews.com/2026/03/27/cyprus-travel-to-the-middle-east-on-the-rise-there-will-be-no-repatriation-operation Fri, 27 Mar 2026 14:34:34 +0100 There has been an increasing trend of travel to the countries covered by the travel directive of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Cyprus. https://www.euronews.com/2026/03/26/explora-journeys-becomes-latest-cruise-line-to-be-impacted-by-middle-east-war https://www.euronews.com/2026/03/26/explora-journeys-becomes-latest-cruise-line-to-be-impacted-by-middle-east-war Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:27:35 +0100 A number of cruise ships have been stranded in the Middle East for the last few weeks due to the ongoing conflict. https://www.euronews.com/2026/03/26/cyprus-war-related-tourism-concerns-and-climate-change-efforts https://www.euronews.com/2026/03/26/cyprus-war-related-tourism-concerns-and-climate-change-efforts Thu, 26 Mar 2026 08:49:12 +0100 Cypriot authorities stress that the country is safe, wanting to prevent a possible decrease in tourist flows due to the war in the Middle East. https://www.euronews.com/2026/03/09/trilateral-meeting-in-paphos-any-attack-on-cyprus-is-an-attack-on-europe https://www.euronews.com/2026/03/09/trilateral-meeting-in-paphos-any-attack-on-cyprus-is-an-attack-on-europe Mon, 09 Mar 2026 21:40:59 +0100 French President Emmanuel Macron and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis travelled to Cyprus for an emergency trilateral meeting with President Nikos Christodoulides amid the war in Iran. https://www.euronews.com/2026/03/09/cyprus-tourism-what-you-need-to-know-about-visiting-during-the-iran-conflict https://www.euronews.com/2026/03/09/cyprus-tourism-what-you-need-to-know-about-visiting-during-the-iran-conflict Mon, 09 Mar 2026 15:35:34 +0100 While European flights to and from the island nation are operating as normal, tourists are cancelling trips amid concerns about regional escalation. https://www.euronews.com/2026/03/05/uk-says-it-will-send-fighter-additional-typhoon-fighter-jets-to-qatar-and-helicopters-to-c https://www.euronews.com/2026/03/05/uk-says-it-will-send-fighter-additional-typhoon-fighter-jets-to-qatar-and-helicopters-to-c Thu, 05 Mar 2026 17:56:37 +0100 British PM Keir Starmer announced on Thursday that he will be sending four more fighter jets to Qatar and anti-drone Wildcat helicopters to Cyprus amid the ongoing Iran war. https://www.euronews.com/2026/03/05/spain-italy-and-netherlands-join-european-naval-deployment-to-cyprus https://www.euronews.com/2026/03/05/spain-italy-and-netherlands-join-european-naval-deployment-to-cyprus Thu, 05 Mar 2026 15:01:19 +0100 Multiple European countries have announced further deployment of naval assets to the eastern Mediterranean after a drone attack on a UK base in Cyprus. HMS Dragon is expected next week. https://www.euronews.com/2026/03/03/drone-attacks-on-british-base-in-cyprus-spark-concern-but-no-nato-or-eu-response https://www.euronews.com/2026/03/03/drone-attacks-on-british-base-in-cyprus-spark-concern-but-no-nato-or-eu-response Tue, 03 Mar 2026 16:56:51 +0100 Cyprus is one of four EU countries that are not NATO members – but the UK, which has sovereign bases on the island, is. https://www.euronews.com/2026/03/03/greece-france-and-germany-send-forces-to-cyprus-after-iran-made-drone-strikes https://www.euronews.com/2026/03/03/greece-france-and-germany-send-forces-to-cyprus-after-iran-made-drone-strikes Tue, 03 Mar 2026 14:22:25 +0100 Both Greece and France have agreed to send frigates to Cyprus after a UK air base was targeted by Iranian-made drones on Monday. France will also send additional land-based, anti-drone and anti-missile systems to the country.