The Cypress Observer
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The Cypress Observer is your online news source for current events across the country of Cyprus. We strive to bring you the latest news, updates and current events from across the region with a major focus on politics and business.
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May 23, 2019
TURKEY TO BEGIN DRILLING OFF OF THE COAST OF CYPRUS
The Turkish Republic of North Cyprus – a breakaway nation that is recognized exclusively by Turkey, has announced to the UN that it would begin its drilling activities in Cyprus’ exclusive economic zone (EEZ). The two entities, namely Turkish-occupied Cyprus and Turkey have made their efforts to increase their drilling and gas exploration activities. […]May 21, 2019
GREEK OPPOSITION LEADER VISITS CYPRUS FOR TWO DAYS
Kyriakos Mitsotakis is on a visit to Cyprus for a duration of 2 days, where he is said to hold talks with the Cypriot President Nicos Anastasiades. The Greek opposition leader and conservative leader was welcomed by Averof Neofytou, the Cyprus’ Democratic Rally (DISY) party’s head upon his arrival in Nicosia. Mr. Neofytou was […]May 18, 2019
RAFALE JETS FROM FRANCE ENTER CYPRUS SKY SPACE
As part of its military exercise, the Rafale jets of French Air Force continued its flights in the Nicosia FIR, and were therefore seen in Cyprus skies. According to a statement that was issued by the Ministry of Defense in Cyprus, helicopters from Cyprus and Rafale fighter jets from France will be conducting exercises […]May 15, 2019
LOCAL COMPETITION HONOURS CYPRIOT WINES
A prominent local competition has made the gesture of honoring local wines of Cyprus. Speaking at the 12th Cyprus Wine Competition, Costas Kadis the Agriculture Minister of Cyprus praised the Cyprus wine industry’s efforts to restore the island country’s reputation on the international level. He added that to further the cause, a sum total […]May 13, 2019
CYPRUS SHOWS INTEREST IN IRAQ RECONSTRUCTION
Cyprus, the island country has made its intentions known for participating in the bid to help in the reconstruction of Iraq. This happened during the recent trilateral meeting in Jordan, where the Iraqi foreign was present. While the actual level of inclusion of Iraq is yet to be clear (according to geopolitical analyst Zenonas […]May 9, 2019
CYPRUS RANKED 28TH IN WORLD PRESS FREEDOM INDEX 2019
The island nation has been ranked 28th out of the 180 countries which are part of the International Organization Reporters Without Borders (RSF)-compiled 2019 World Press Freedom Index. The country has gone down three spots from being the 25th in 2018, and four spots from the 24th place in 2013, which was its record […]