Cyprus Irony: Far-Right Rise Pushing Unity Hopes
The entry into Parliament by a far-right group opposed to unity with Turks on Cyprus could provide an impetus for a resolution.
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Despite Big Change in Parliament, Cyprus Vote Showed Apathy
A protest vote giving the far-right seats in Cyprus’ Parliament overshadowed another number: a nearly 30 percent abstention.
Protest Vote Puts Far-Right Party in Cyprus Parliament
Far-right ELAM and two other small parties won seats in Cyprus’ Parliament for the first time in a protest against traditional parties and austerity.
Erdogan May Sideline Akinci, Take Over Cyprus Unity Talks
Extending his growing power, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is eyeing taking over lagging unity talks with Cyprus.
Not So Fast On Cyprus Unity
A declaration by Cyprus’ two leaders they can reach a unification deal by the end of the year is meeting with skepticism from critics.
Cyprus Leaders Aim for End-of-Year Deal
NICOSIA — In the latest developments in the ongoing talks to resolve the illegal occupation of Cyprus, the rival leaders of Cyprus say they are committed to stepping up […]
AHEPA Meets Anastasiades On Cyprus
An AHEPA delegation, heading by Supreme President John Galanis is in Cyprus, meeting with that country’s President Nicos Anastasiades, Cyprus Weekly reported. Galanis said that […]
Obama Issues Report on Cyprus
WASHINGTON– The new bimonthly report on Cyprus to the Congress, by President Barack Obama, focuses on the historic visit to the island paid by Secretary […]
Cyprus Defense Minister Meets with AHI
NICOSIA—Defense Minister Christoforos Fokaides referred to the upgraded geopolitical and geo-strategic role of Cyprus in the Southeastern Mediterranean, during a meeting he had on Thursday […]
Turkey Ending Visas for Cypriots
A European Union deal to grant Turks visa-free travel in the bloc is being reciprocated with Turkey abolishing visas for Greek Cypriots – but not recognizing Cyprus
