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Cyprus president wants EU help to revive dialogue with Turkey

Euronews talks to Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides about tackling the 'Cyprus problem', the upcoming Turkish elections, past ties with Russia, and energy sources in the Eastern Mediterranean.

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Everything you need to know about Cyprus’ digital nomad scheme

Cyprus will welcome 500 digital nomads. Here’s everything you need to know.

Cyprus

Paphos bishop elected as new leader of Cyprus Orthodox Church

Bishop Georgios was elected after the death in November of Archbishop Chrysostomos II.

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Valencia: Europe's Smart Capital hosts Smart Destinations conference

From Monday to Wednesday, Spain's third largest city organised the conference On Smart Destinations, sharing its strategies on sustainability and accessibility, blended together with the use of modern technology.

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Experiences

Smart tourism: How is tech transforming the world of travel?

Smart cities - from Paphos to Zagreb - are redefining tourism, using AR to bring art and history to life.

Cyprus

Cyprus' Greek Orthodox Archbishop Chrysostomos II dies, aged 81

Chrysostomos had suffered from liver cancer for the last four years and had spent his final days at the church’s headquarters in the capital.

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Watch: Cypriot migrant reception centre fire

Cypriot riot police have used tear gas to quell violence at a migrant reception centre after clashes between different ethnic groups caused a fire to break out.

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Cyprus President denounces the EU's 'double standards' with Turkey

In an interview with Euronews, Nicos Anastasiades rebuked his fellow EU leaders for putting economic interests before international law.

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NGO releases newly-hatched sea turtles on Cyprus's west coast at sunset

Members of the Society for Protection of Turtles (Spot) NGO gather at sunset in northern Cyprus's Akdeniz turtle conservation beach to release around 300 newly-hatched Loggerhead (Caretta Caretta) and Green (Chelonia Mydas) turtles.

Travel News

Endless summer: Cyprus has one of Europe's longest beach seasons

Even beaches that are adjacent to big resorts become unspoiled sandy stretches where there are more sea turtles than people towards the end of summer.

Cyprus

Cypriot tourism industry hit hard

Cyprus feels the cost of the Russian tourism deficit, as one of their largest groups of visitors do not come to the island this summer.

Cyprus

Cyprus president tests positive for COVID-19

President Nicos Anastasiades is in a good condition and has exhibited only mild symptoms, according to a government spokesperson.

Culture news

Meet the Cypriot women determined to keep Fythkiotika weaving alive

At 82, Irene Diomidous is one of the last remaining Fythkiotika weavers, an artform which has been passed down through generations of women. But why is the practice dying out?

Travel News

Cyprus: Urgent warning for tourists about new mask rules

The country's health minister says that a spike in hospital admissions and people not taking proper precautions contributed to the decision.

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Russian flight ban will cost Cyprus €600 million this summer

Tourism accounts for 10% of Cyprus' economy so the loss of Russian and Ukrainian spend is significant.

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Cyprus claims Turkey wants 'complete control' of separatist north

Cyprus is set to lodge a complaint with the United Nations over Turkey's dealings with Turkish Cypriots on the divided island.

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Greece and Cyprus lift COVID measures for tourist season

Wearing face masks is no longer compulsory in Greece and Cyprus ahead of the high tourist season.

Travel News

1p summer holidays are up for grabs in Greece, Spain and Cyprus

One previous winner of the airline’s ‘bid for a break’ competition bagged herself an all-inclusive stay in Crete for 23 cents.

Spain

Spain lifts some facemask rules, Cyprus to ease COVID measures

Masks will still be mandatory for visitors and staff in Spanish medical centres and nursing homes, as well as on public transport.

Experiences

The best (and weirdest) European minibreak inspiration from Travel Man

Planning a trip to Cyprus, Croatia or the Basque Country? These funny ideas are sure to make it memorable.

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