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Israeli-media coverage mentioning Cyprus, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.

Security2 hours ago·2 outlets

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…

General8 hours ago

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.

Security8 hours ago

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…

Sports13 hours ago·2 outlets

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…

Security1 day ago

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…

Sports2 days ago·2 outlets

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…

Security2 days ago

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…

Security2 days ago

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…

General2 days ago

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…

Economy2 days ago

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…

General2 days ago

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…

Economy3 days ago

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…

Security3 days ago

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…

Israeli Intelligence Warns of Turkish Military Threats on Golan Heights and Mediterranean Coast
General3 days ago

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…

Security3 days ago

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…

Security3 days ago

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…

General3 days ago

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…

Security3 days ago

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…

Security4 days ago·4 outlets

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…

Economy4 days ago·3 outlets

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…

Gett CEO Marks New Global Strategy After Selling London Operations
Security4 days ago·2 outlets

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…

Security5 days ago·3 outlets

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…

Trump Halts Iran Talks, Shifts to Gradual Sanctions as Iran Considers Strikes on US Assets in Europe
Sports5 days ago·2 outlets

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…

Politics6 days ago·3 outlets

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…

General6 days ago

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…

General6 days ago·2 outlets

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…

General7 days ago

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.

Health7 days ago·2 outlets

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…

CultureAug 16, 2026·4 outlets

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…

GeneralAug 16, 2026

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’…

PoliticsAug 15, 2026

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…

SportsAug 15, 2026·2 outlets

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…

SecurityAug 15, 2026·3 outlets

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…

US Probes Chinese Funding of Pro-Palestinian Protests in UK Linked to Extremist Group
GeneralAug 14, 2026

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…

Ben Gurion Airport Faces Severe Summer Crowds Causing Long Waits and Flight Delays
SecurityAug 14, 2026·2 outlets

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…

SecurityAug 14, 2026

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…

SportsAug 14, 2026·2 outlets

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…

SecurityAug 13, 2026·2 outlets

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…

EconomyAug 13, 2026

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…

GeneralAug 13, 2026

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…

SecurityAug 13, 2026·10 outlets

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…

GeneralAug 13, 2026

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…

SecurityAug 12, 2026·2 outlets

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…

GeneralAug 12, 2026

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…

SportsAug 12, 2026

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…

SecurityAug 12, 2026

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…

SecurityAug 11, 2026·8 outlets

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…

Cyprus Rejects German Tanks, Awaits Israeli Merkava Deal Amid Rising Maintenance Issues
EconomyAug 11, 2026

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…