Cyprus
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Cyprus, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Greece Strengthens Air Defense in Crete Amid Iranian Threats and Regional Tensions
Greece has moved a Patriot missile battery to Crete to strengthen air defenses following Iranian threats against US bases in Europe. Bulgaria withdrew US refueling planes amid sim…
Air Haifa Maintains Normal Operations Amid Ben Gurion Airport Chaos
Amid severe congestion and delays at Ben Gurion Airport, Air Haifa maintained normal flight operations from Haifa Airport, serving thousands of passengers and expanding its routes.
Turkey and Greece Unite in Criticism Over Israeli Expansion in Cyprus
Turkey and Greece have jointly criticized Israel's expanding presence in Cyprus, describing it as a "quiet settlement" that could harm Israel-Cyprus relations. Turkish and Greek m…
Maccabi Haifa Makes Offer for Brazilian Midfielder Diego Rosa Amid Competition
Maccabi Haifa has offered a contract to Brazilian midfielder Diego Rosa, who is also sought by Azerbaijani clubs Neftchi Baku and Qarabag. The 23-year-old, currently with Apoel Ni…
Cyprus Drawn Into Regional Tensions Amid Iranian Threats and Turkish Ultimatums
Cyprus is increasingly caught in regional tensions involving Iranian threats to British bases and Turkish objections to a European power cable project. A senior admiral warns thes…
Israeli Left-Back Yehav Gurfinkel Set to Leave Cyprus Club Larnaca
Israeli defender Yehav Gurfinkel is set to leave Cypriot club Larnaca after losing his starting position, with no current talks but potential interest from Hapoel Tel Aviv as the…
Greek Media Speculates on Possible Israeli Strike Against Turkey in Northern Cyprus
Greek media reports speculate on a possible Israeli military strike against Turkey in northern Cyprus, including attacks on an airport and naval base, but no official confirmation…
Trump Warns Iran Is Desperate for Deal, Calls Strait of Hormuz US Territory
President Donald Trump declared Iran desperate for a deal but unwilling to meet US terms, calling the Strait of Hormuz American territory. He announced sweeping new sanctions and…
Marcel Mosseri Shares Emotional Struggles During a Difficult Vacation with Daughter
Marcel Mosseri planned a relaxing vacation with her daughter in Cyprus but faced emotional and logistical challenges, including her ex-husband's hospitalization and missed flights…
Maayan Adam's Mami Club Grows Rapidly Without Selling Despite $300 Million Offer
Maayan Adam's Mami consumer club in Israel has rapidly grown to 400,000 members, offering discounts, credit, and fintech services without external investors. Despite a $300 millio…
Education Minister Yoav Kish Skips Key Back-to-School Conferences for Cyprus Vacation Amid Teacher Shortage
Education Minister Yoav Kish is on vacation in Cyprus, missing four key back-to-school conferences amid a teacher shortage crisis. A survey shows 66% of Israelis rate his performa…
Diplomat Reports 9.7% Revenue Drop in Q2 Amid South Africa Weakness and Currency Impact
Diplomat reported a 9.7% revenue decline in Q2 2026, mainly due to economic weakness in South Africa and currency effects, leading to a 60% drop in net profit. The company expects…
Israeli Intelligence Warns of Turkish Military Threats on Golan Heights and Mediterranean Coast
Senior Israeli intelligence official David M. Weinberg warns that without clear red lines, Turkey may deploy tanks on the Golan Heights and warships near Israel's coast. Echoing a…
Georgians Lead Applause for Pilots as Cruise Lines Ban Rubber Duck Hiding Trend
Cruise line Marella has banned the popular trend of hiding rubber ducks on ships to reduce waste and ease cleaning. A Wizz Air survey shows Georgians lead in applauding pilots upo…
Turkey Expands Influence in Mediterranean Amid Rising Tensions with Israel
Turkey is expanding its influence in the Mediterranean, challenging Israel and regional neighbors by seeking control over maritime zones and gas routes. Israel is building allianc…
Erdogan Builds New Sunni Axis Around Israel Challenging Regional Balance
Turkish President Erdogan is building a new Sunni regional axis involving Syria and Gaza to challenge Israel's influence, aiming to lead the Arab and Muslim world. Israel's curren…
Former Caregiver to Billionaire Teddy Sagi Awarded Nearly 160,000 Shekels in Settlement
A former caregiver to billionaire Teddy Sagi's children reached a court-approved settlement with Zelia Services Limited, receiving 220,000 shekels over labor dispute claims involv…
Low-Cost and Charter Airlines Face Major Disruptions After Sudden Ben Gurion Airport Halt
A sudden stoppage at Ben Gurion Airport has caused widespread delays, hitting low-cost and charter airlines hardest due to their limited resources. The disruptions affect connecti…
Australian Investigation Uncovers Israeli-Based Scam Defrauding Thousands of Australians
An Australian investigation exposed an Israeli-based scam network defrauding over 4,000 Australians of hundreds of millions of dollars through fake trading platforms. Central figu…
Gett CEO Marks New Global Strategy After Selling London Operations
Gett CEO Mark On outlines a new global strategy focusing on serving Israeli travelers abroad through a technology-driven platform connecting local transport providers in over 25 c…
Ben Gurion Airport Faces Major Summer Delays Due to Staff Shortages, Not Strike
Ben Gurion Airport is facing major summer delays due to staff shortages caused by its seasonal employment model, not a strike. Workers report heavy workloads and high turnover, wh…
Trump Halts Iran Talks, Shifts to Gradual Sanctions as Iran Considers Strikes on US Assets in Europe
President Trump has ended talks with Iran, adopting a gradual sanctions approach after Tehran's refusal to compromise. Iran is considering attacks on US military assets in Europe…
Israeli Football Clubs Achieve Major Success in 2026 European Qualifiers
In summer 2026, Israeli football clubs achieved significant success in European qualifiers, with Hapoel Be'er Sheva reaching the Champions League playoffs and other teams advancin…
Rising Antisemitism Shadows Israel’s Strong Ties with Greece and Cyprus
Greece and Cyprus, important Israeli allies, exhibit high levels of antisemitic attitudes despite strong diplomatic and tourism ties with Israel. The Anti-Defamation League's surv…
Israel’s Ben Gurion Airport Faces Record Summer Flight Delays Amid Rising Passenger Numbers
Ben Gurion Airport is experiencing record summer delays and congestion as passenger numbers surge to over 100,000 daily in August 2026. Despite the return of many foreign airlines…
Half of Israelis Consider Changing Careers and Emigrating Amid Ongoing Security and Economic Concerns
A 2026 AllJobs survey finds 72% of Israeli workers seriously consider emigrating due to economic pressures, security concerns, and political instability. Many are willing to chang…
Chabad Emissary Manages Power Outage During Prayer in 37-Degree Heat in Latsi, Cyprus
Rabbi Mendy Lipsker, Chabad emissary in Latsi, Cyprus, restored power during a prayer for 150 people amid a 37-degree heat wave after a sudden outage.
Israeli Team Flies Donor Heart from Cyprus for Successful Transplant After Two-Year Wait
An Israeli medical team swiftly transported a donor heart from Cyprus and successfully transplanted it into a woman who had waited two years, completing the operation within 26 ho…
Popular TV Host Paola Rosenberg Returns to Regular Hosting on Kan 11
Israeli TV presenter Paola Rosenberg returns to regular hosting on Kan 11, leading a show linked to the reality series "Double on the Money" after a long absence since October 202…
City of Dreams Mediterranean Extends Summer Vibes with September Pool Parties in Limassol
City of Dreams Mediterranean in Limassol, Cyprus, offers a luxurious extended summer experience through September with pool parties, music, and festive holiday timing. The resort’…
Ra'anana Mayor Walks Out of Housing Minister's Event Over Political Dispute
Ra'anana Mayor Haim Broide walked out of a housing agreement signing event with Housing Minister Haim Katz after a dispute over the attendance of local Likud members. Broide criti…
Top Youth League Prospects to Watch as Israeli U19 Premier League Returns
The Israeli U19 Premier League resumes with top young talents like Noam Goldenberg, Yotam Kalfa, Ido Yosef, Erez Didi, and Sahar Lavi poised to shine. These players have shown exc…
US Probes Chinese Funding of Pro-Palestinian Protests in UK Linked to Extremist Group
US lawmakers are investigating Chinese funding of the extremist group Code Pink, which organizes pro-Palestinian protests in the UK. The probe centers on 250,000 pounds linked to…
Ben Gurion Airport Faces Severe Summer Crowds Causing Long Waits and Flight Delays
On August 14, 2026, Ben Gurion Airport faced severe congestion with about 90 flights and 90,000 passengers, causing long check-in waits and flight delays. Passengers reported orde…
Israel Urged to Strengthen Undersea Fiber Optic Cable Security Amid Rising Sabotage Threats
Israel is urged to urgently enhance protection of its undersea fiber optic cables, vital for its economy and global communications, amid suspected sabotage by Houthi rebels backed…
Israeli Team Identifies Soldier Shot in Cyprus After 78 Years
Israeli researchers identified the remains of Shlomo Haimson, a Jewish immigrant shot by British forces in Cyprus 78 years ago and buried anonymously in Haifa. The discovery was m…
Israeli Football Teams Boost UEFA Ranking With Strong European Qualifiers Performance
Israeli football clubs earned 0.750 UEFA points this week, boosting Israel to 24th in the rankings with three teams left in European qualifiers. The country aims to reach 23rd pla…
Oman Imposes Trade Ban on Israeli Goods, Raising Fears of Food Shortages
Oman has imposed a trade ban on goods destined for Israel, disrupting imports of tahini, sesame, and coffee and raising fears of shortages. Israeli producers are affected, and dip…
NewMed Reports 53% Revenue Surge in Q2 Amid Iran Conflict and Leadership Change
NewMed's Q2 2026 revenues surged 53% to $293 million due to resumed Leviathan gas production and higher prices amid the Iran war. The company raised its annual revenue forecast an…
Haifa Airport Faces Severe Parking Chaos Amid Surge in Summer Flights
Haifa Airport is experiencing severe parking shortages due to a doubling of flights since its reopening, forcing drivers to park illegally and raising concerns about missed flight…
IDF Locates Burial Site of Soldier Missing for 78 Years in Cyprus Detention Camp
The IDF located the burial site of Shlomo Haimson, killed in 1948 during a Cyprus detention camp escape attempt, after a four-year investigation. Researchers reconstructed fragmen…
Veteran Israeli Foreign News Journalist Oren Nahari Dies at 70
Oren Nahari, a prominent Israeli foreign news journalist and broadcaster, died at 70 after a long career covering international affairs. Diagnosed with ALS in 2025, he continued w…
IDF Locates 1948 Burial Site of Soldier Killed in Cyprus Detention Camp Escape Attempt
The IDF located the burial site in Haifa of Solly Haimson, who died in 1948 during an escape attempt from a British detention camp in Cyprus. Haimson was a Romanian immigrant who…
Haifa’s Beloved Arabeska Restaurant Opens First Overseas Branch in Cyprus
Haifa’s Arabeska restaurant, known for its inclusive and vibrant atmosphere, is opening its first international branch in Larnaca, Cyprus, this October to serve the large Israeli…
Maccabi Tel Aviv Faces Key Player Absences Ahead of Season Start
Maccabi Tel Aviv's basketball team faces multiple player absences due to international duties ahead of the new season, forcing them to start training with a reduced roster. Key pl…
US Supports Turkey's Growing Role in Lebanon to Counterbalance Israel
The US, under President Trump, supports Turkey's expanding role in Lebanon to counterbalance Israel. Turkey's involvement includes security agreements with Hezbollah, mediation wi…
Cyprus Rejects German Tanks, Awaits Israeli Merkava Deal Amid Rising Maintenance Issues
Cyprus rejected an offer for German Leopard tanks and is awaiting surplus Israeli Merkava Mark 3 tanks despite maintenance issues with its Russian fleet. Israel froze the Merkava…
Greek Blue Bird Airways Rises to Fourth Largest Carrier at Tel Aviv Airport in July
Greek-owned Blue Bird Airways, with strong Israeli ties, became the fourth largest airline at Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion Airport in July 2026, flying 7.5% of passengers amid Israeli ca…