Cyprus
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Cyprus, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
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…
Israeli Football Clubs Face Historic Challenges in European Playoff Qualification
Israeli football clubs have faced the UEFA playoff round 11 times since 2009, with Hapoel Be'er Sheva set to become the 13th this Tuesday. Despite challenges like playing without…
Israel Warns New Saudi-Turk-Pakistan Defense Pact May Expand Against It
Israel warns that the new defense pact between Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan, potentially including Egypt, targets Israel rather than Iran. The agreement, signed in Makkah, a…
Sun d'Or Launches Winter Flight Schedule Including New Direct Service to Verona
Sun d'Or, part of El Al, launches its winter 2026 flight schedule with 12 destinations, including new direct flights to Verona, Italy, starting October 25. The airline offers affo…
Israeli Water Company Mekorot Expands to Strengthen Nicosia's Water Infrastructure Amid Crisis
Israeli water company Mekorot has signed an agreement to improve water management and infrastructure in Nicosia, Cyprus, focusing on reducing water loss and enhancing wastewater t…
Israel Advances Strategic Land Route Through Gulf States to Reduce Hormuz Strait Dependence
Israel is advancing a strategic land corridor with Gulf states to reduce dependence on the Strait of Hormuz, integrating transport and energy infrastructure toward Europe. The pro…
AEL Limassol Considers Replacing Israeli Left-Back Yahav Gurfinkel Amid Performance Concerns
Israeli left-back Yahav Gurfinkel's position at Cypriot club AEL Limassol is uncertain due to underwhelming performances. The club is considering signing another left-back, which…
Maccabi Tel Aviv Finalizes Squad with Key Signings Ahead of EuroLeague Season
Maccabi Tel Aviv has finalized its 16-player roster for the upcoming season after signing Keaton Wallace. The team will start training on August 20 and play four preseason games b…
Israeli Foreign Ministry Warns Tourists in Greece to Avoid Anti-Israel Protests and Conceal Jewish Identity
The Israeli Foreign Ministry warned Israelis in Greece to avoid anti-Israel protests and hide Jewish symbols amid security threats. Iran's Revolutionary Guards' Unit 4000 is condu…
Four-Year-Old Israeli Boy Drowns in Mexico During Family Vacation
A four-year-old Israeli boy drowned in a pool in San Jose del Cabo, Mexico, during a family vacation. ZAKA is assisting the family and working to repatriate the boy's body to Isra…
Gal Gadot Enjoys Summer in Israel Amid August Heat
Israeli actress Gal Gadot is spending her summer vacation in Israel, enjoying time with family and friends in Tel Aviv while staying grounded despite her Hollywood fame.
India Supplies Israel With Over 2,500 Weapons Shipments Since October 2023
Since October 2023, India has supplied Israel with over 2,500 shipments of weapons and military parts, making it Israel's largest defense customer. Israeli defense firms have adap…
KLM Airlines Resumes Flights to Israel Starting August 25 with Stopover in Larnaca
Dutch airline KLM will restart flights between Amsterdam and Tel Aviv from August 25, with a stopover in Larnaca for crew rest, joining other international carriers resuming servi…
Israeli Football Clubs Advance in European Competitions as UEFA Ranking Battles Intensify
Israeli football clubs have advanced in European qualifiers, with Hapoel Be'er Sheva and Hapoel Tel Aviv winning key matches. Israel ranks 23rd in UEFA standings, aiming to improv…
Body of Man Found Washed Ashore in Bat Yam, Police Investigate
A man in his mid-30s was found dead on a Bat Yam beach early Friday, with police investigating the circumstances. Rescue volunteers and forensic teams responded, and the body was…
Israeli Celebrities Showcase Trendy Swimwear Styles Across Global Summer Destinations
Israeli celebrities are dominating social media with trendy swimwear photos from summer vacations worldwide, showcasing styles from tiny bikinis to elegant one-pieces. Their posts…
Israel Rejects Turkey's Demand to Halt Operations in Syria, Citing Security Needs
Turkey demanded Israel stop its military actions in Syria, accusing it of threatening Syrian sovereignty. Israel's Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar rejected the demand, accusing Turk…
Beitar Jerusalem Faces Austria Vienna After Dramatic Win Over AEK Larnaca
Beitar Jerusalem will face Austria Vienna in the UEFA Conference League third qualifying round after a dramatic penalty shootout win over AEK Larnaca. The first leg is tonight in…
Ben Gurion Airport Sees Summer Peak as International Airlines Resume Flights to Israel
Ben Gurion Airport is handling its busiest summer day with 101,000 passengers expected, driven by a surge in international flights. July saw a 37% passenger increase over last yea…
Maccabi Tel Aviv Builds Deeper Roster Ahead of New Season with Key Signings
Maccabi Tel Aviv is strengthening its basketball roster with new signings Daniel Tice, Armando Bacot, and Kiton Wallace, replacing Loni Walker who joined the Denver Nuggets. The t…
Gal Gadot, Rotem Sela, Yael Goldman, and Liron Weitzman Enjoy Kid-Free Luxury Vacation in Cyprus
Israeli actresses Gal Gadot, Rotem Sela, Yael Goldman, and Liron Weitzman spent three days at a luxury resort in Cyprus enjoying a child-free vacation. They shared their experienc…
Rabbi Benjamin Hotza Explains Blessings for Seeing the Sea or Sea of Galilee at Night
Rabbi Benjamin Hotza explains that the blessing for seeing the sea or the Sea of Galilee is recited during the day but not at night, clarifying Jewish law for vacationers visiting…
Israeli Summer Travel, Political Budget Moves, and Corporate Pay Debates Mark a Tense July
In July, around 2.6 million Israelis travel amid security tensions, while political budget approvals continue unchecked. Monday.com founders seek large pay raises despite layoffs…
Hapoel Tel Aviv Signs Douglas Awusu in Club's Record Deal
Hapoel Tel Aviv signed 20-year-old winger Douglas Awusu from Red Star Belgrade for 2.2 million euros, the club's most expensive transfer. Awusu replaces Loizos Loizou, recently so…
Israeli Supreme Court Orders Chevra Kadisha to Compensate Soviet Immigrants Millions
The Israeli Supreme Court ordered Chevra Kadisha to compensate Soviet immigrants millions of shekels. Justice Alex Stein blocked a large budget transfer for ultra-Orthodox educati…
Israeli Man Drowns During Family Vacation in Limassol, Cyprus
Yaakov Israel Yedid Halevi, a 35-year-old Israeli man, drowned while swimming with his family in Limassol, Cyprus. His body was recovered after several hours, and Israeli authorit…
Israel and Cyprus Complete Complex Cross-Border Kidney Transplant Chain Successfully
On August 5, 2026, Israel and Cyprus completed a complex kidney transplant chain involving three donor-recipient pairs across both countries, coordinated by Israel's National Tran…
Israeli Model Rotem Sela Stuns in Prada Swimsuit at Cyprus Resort
Israeli model Rotem Sela showcased a Prada swimsuit while vacationing at Cyprus's Anassa resort, highlighting the luxury swimwear trend. The suit, priced around 2,100 shekels, sol…
Air Haifa Flight Passengers Suffer Heat and Fainting After Landing in Larnaca
Passengers on an Air Haifa flight to Larnaca faced a nearly two-hour wait on board without air conditioning after landing, causing two women to faint amid rising temperatures. The…
Ireland Rejects Israeli Landing System on New Government Aircraft Amid Fog Concerns
Ireland purchased a new Dassault Falcon 6X government aircraft but refused to install the Israeli FalconEye landing system due to political and contractual concerns. The system ai…
Israeli Footballers Face Israeli Teams Abroad in Rare International Matches
Israeli footballers playing abroad have rarely faced Israeli teams in international competitions, with only nine such instances recorded. The upcoming match between Hapoel Be'er S…
Four Airlines to Resume Tel Aviv-New York Flights by September with Ticket Prices Starting at $1,400
American Airlines delays resuming Tel Aviv-New York flights to March 2027, while Delta and United restart in September. Israir plans to join soon, increasing ticket availability b…
Red Star Belgrade Includes Former Maccabi Player Derick Lukassen Ahead of Hapoel Be'er Sheva Clash
Red Star Belgrade includes former Maccabi Tel Aviv defender Derick Lukassen in their squad to face Hapoel Be'er Sheva in the Champions League playoff. The Serbian champions are th…
Maccabi Tel Aviv and Hapoel Be'er Sheva Learn Europa League Playoff Opponents
Maccabi Tel Aviv and Hapoel Be'er Sheva are set to learn their Europa League playoff opponents after their ongoing European qualifiers, with Be'er Sheva possibly dropping from Cha…
Gadi Eisenkot's Election Billboard in Cyprus Vandalized with Palestinian Flag Colors
Gadi Eisenkot's election billboard in Cyprus was defaced with Palestinian flag colors a week after installation, following local political backlash. The campaign aimed at Israeli…
Ben Gurion Airport Prepares for Peak August Travel with 2.6 Million Passengers Expected
Ben Gurion Airport expects 2.6 million passengers in August, with peak days reaching 100,000 travelers. The Israel Airports Authority urges early arrival, online check-in, and use…
Israeli Billionaire Teddy Sagi and Ex-Yael Nazari Celebrate Daughter's Bat Mitzvah in Mykonos
Israeli billionaire Teddy Sagi and ex-wife Yael Nazari jointly celebrated their daughter Leah's bat mitzvah in Mykonos, showcasing amicable relations despite their recent divorce…
Israeli Man Uses AI to Impersonate Victims and Fraudulently Obtain Credit Cards
An Israeli man used AI to create fake identity verification videos, enabling him to fraudulently issue credit cards and conduct transactions totaling tens of thousands of shekels…
Maccabi Tel Aviv Loses Defender Stelios Andreou to Portuguese Club Estoril
Cypriot defender Stelios Andreou, once linked to Maccabi Tel Aviv, is set to join Portuguese club Estoril on loan from Polish side Widzew Łódź, marking a shift in his career after…
5.7 Magnitude Earthquake in Egypt Felt Across Southern Israel and Neighboring Countries
A 5.7 magnitude earthquake near Egypt was felt in southern Israel and surrounding countries early Monday, with no reported injuries or damage. Israeli authorities advised safety p…
Trump’s Fluctuating Iran Policy Fuels Uncertainty in Israel, Impacting Travel and Daily Life
President Trump's shifting statements on Iran have created uncertainty in Israel, leading many Israelis to alter travel plans and impacting tourism, especially in the north. While…
Emily Damari and Daniel Amit Set Strict Dress Code for August Wedding in Cyprus
Emily Damari and Daniel Amit are set to marry on August 27, 2026, in Cyprus with a strict no-red dress code for guests, reflecting Damari's support for Maccabi Tel Aviv. The coupl…
MasterChef Israel Returns with All-Star Contestants for Dream Team Season
Keshet 12 is airing a special MasterChef season called "Dream Team," featuring 12 popular past contestants competing again for the title, with a refreshed judging panel including…
Vandalism of Former IDF Chief Gadi Eisenkot’s Election Billboard in Cyprus Sparks Controversy
A campaign billboard for former Israeli military chief Gadi Eisenkot was vandalized in Cyprus with Palestinian flag colors, sparking local controversy over foreign political ads…
British-Azerbaijani Dual Citizen Arrested in Cyprus for Spying on UK Airbase for Iran
A British-Azerbaijani dual citizen was arrested in Cyprus for spying on a UK airbase and passing information to Iran's Revolutionary Guard. The arrest underscores Iran's ongoing e…
Shell Sells 35% Stake in Cyprus’ Aphrodite Gas Field to MOL Group for $720 Million
Shell is selling its 35% stake in the Aphrodite gas field off Cyprus to Hungary’s MOL Group for $720 million, with the deal expected to close in early 2027. The field, valued at o…
Israeli Football Clubs Advance in Europe, Boosting UEFA Ranking Prospects
Four Israeli football clubs advanced to the third qualifying round in European competitions, boosting Israel's UEFA coefficient to 22.125 points and 25th place. This progress impr…