Reports indicate that an Israeli private intelligence agency was allegedly responsible for a video that surfaced in January, accusing Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides and his associates of campaign finance law violations.

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides stated he is keeping open the possibility of referring foreclosure laws back to the House of Representatives, citing the need to examine many aspects of the legislation.

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides is aiming for a deal with energy giants ENI and Total by April to facilitate natural gas production by 2027, as he discussed energy challenges and investment promotion.

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides has urged anyone receiving threats to contact authorities as the 'Sandy' corruption scandal continues to unfold. The case involves allegations made by journalist Makarios Drousiotis, with lawyer Nicos Clerides reportedly holding a file of evidence.

Cypriot leaders Nikos Christodoulides and Tufan Erhürman are scheduled to meet again in late April following UN-mediated talks on the Cyprus problem, which were described as constructive and showed progress on confidence-building measures.

President Nikos Christodoulides announced Cyprus's ambition to transition from importing defence equipment to exporting it to third countries through partnerships with its domestic defence industry.

President Nikos Christodoulides inaugurated new and upgraded facilities at Paphos general hospital, highlighting the government's wider strategy to ensure equal access to healthcare for all citizens in Cyprus.

A new regional firefighting hub in Cyprus is set to be inaugurated this month by President Nikos Christodoulides and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. The government announced the event will take to take place on the sidelines of another meeting.

President Nikos Christodoulides highlighted the government's ongoing investments of approximately €20 million in the remote Tillyria region during discussions with local authorities and residents.

The Cyprus House of Representatives unanimously accepted President Nikos Christodoulides’ referral to amend legislation, aiming to eliminate discrimination against senior drivers in vehicle insurance.

Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi met in Cairo and signed a 'framework agreement,' though the article suggests the matter is of little importance.

President Nikos Christodoulides and Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman are scheduled to meet next Monday.

The Greek Cypriot side has suggested a specific date for a new meeting between President Nikos Christodoulides and Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman, though no response has been received yet.

President Nikos Christodoulides praised parliament's approval for establishing a national centre for clinical documentation, calling it a significant reform and a decisive step towards modernizing healthcare.

President Nikos Christodoulides condemned the disclosure of discussions held at the national council regarding a UN framework proposal for a Cyprus solution, while assuring efforts to restart talks.

Petra Bayr, President of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE), declared Cyprus a 'safe country' during her meeting with President Nikos Christodoulides, expressing solidarity with the nation.

A minister stated that President Nikos Christodoulides has been actively promoting unity and cohesion since the start of his administration. He is also undertaking initiatives aimed at resuming negotiations within the agreed framework, with a more active role for the European Union.

Ursula von der Leyen , pas përfundimit të Këshillit Evropian, tha se Qiproja është prekur më shumë se çdo shtet tjetër anëtar nga lufta dhe vlerësoi Presidentin Nikos Christodoulides për menaxhimin e…

UN Secretary-General António Guterres has told President Nikos Christodoulides he intends to press ahead with consultations on the Cyprus problem, with both sides aiming to lay the groundwork for an…

UN Secretary-General António Guterres met with Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides in Brussels to discuss the next steps for the Cyprus issue and developments in the Middle East.

Cyprus is set to receive significant financial aid from the European Union to implement measures against the outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD), as confirmed by President Nikos Christodoulides in Brussels.

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides countered NATO chief Mark Rutte's claim that the EU cannot defend itself without the US, arguing that recent joint European action in Cyprus proves otherwise.

Cyprus proved that European strategic autonomy is real, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Wednesday, arguing that the allied military response to the recent drone strike on the British bases at…

President Nikos Christodoulides has sought to reassure tourists and investors that Cyprus remains a safe destination, as hotel booking cancellations reached 25 to 30 per cent in some districts following the drone strike on RAF Akrotiri and the US-led war against Iran. In a statement posted on X to accompany an interview with money-tourism.gr, Christodoulides […]

President Nikos Christodoulides has announced a nine-point support package for livestock farmers in Cyprus as the country faces an escalating outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease.

President Nikos Christodoulides said on Saturday that €890,000 donated by businesses and the public after the destructive July 2025 wildfires in the Limassol district would be given directly to the affected communities for projects they choose themselves. The presidency announced that he was chairing a meeting in Pachna on the progress of support measures for […]

Cyprus's public debt continued to fall in 2025, reaching its lowest percentage of GDP since 2008, while the country also recorded its fourth consecutive fiscal surplus. President Nikos Christodoulides commented on the positive economic developments.

President Nikos Christodoulides met European animal health commissioner Oliver Varhelyi at the presidential palace on Friday as authorities pressed for the full implementation of strict containment…

President Nikos Christodoulides will hold a meeting with United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres next week, with that meeting most likely set to take place on the sidelines of next week’s European Council summit in Brussels, presidential press office director Victor Papadopoulos said on Thursday. He told the Cyprus Mail that the meeting will likely take […]

Cabinet on Wednesday was to issue a decision regarding the expropriation of land for the planned new hospital in Polis Chrysochous, President Nikos Christodoulides said.

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides, during a teleconference with other European leaders, warned that current developments in the Middle East would directly affect the EU's competitiveness and economy.

The hostilities in the Middle East were discussed during a meeting between Larnaca school students and President Nikos Christodoulides on Monday, the latter reiterating that Cyprus wished to be part…

Strict security measures are in place at the Andreas Papandreou Air Base in Paphos ahead of the expected arrival of President Nikos Christodoulides, French President Emmanuel Macron and Greek Prime…

Cyprus’ security is the collective responsibility of the EU, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Monday ahead of a visit to the island by the leaders of Greece and France.

President Nikos Christodoulides on Sunday promised to “stand by” farmers impacted by the ongoing outbreak of foot and mouth disease in the Larnaca district, following a meeting with stakeholders at…

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides held a meeting with Blaise Metreweli, the head of the UK's secret intelligence service MI6, for an "exchange of views," according to a deputy government spokesman.

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides stated that Cyprus would apply to join NATO immediately if political conditions and relations with Turkey allowed, especially following recent Iranian drone attacks.

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides expressed frustration over remarks by British Defence Minister John Healey regarding the role of British bases in the crisis, stating that attacks in Cyprus were exclusively aimed at these bases.

The head of MI6, Blaise Metreweli — the first woman to lead British foreign intelligence — is due to travel to Cyprus on Friday to meet President Nikos Christodoulides at the Presidential Palace. MI6, which gathers intelligence abroad, is distinct from MI5, Britain’s domestic security agency. The meeting, scheduled for 9am, comes days after an […]

Cyprus and Greece stand united and will “always be part of the solution” in the context of ongoing tensions in the region, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Tuesday after meeting Greek Defence…

President Nikos Christodoulides held a telephone conversation with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun following the drone attack on the British bases in Akrotiri, reportedly fired by Hezbollah in Lebanon, sources said on Monday. The same sources told the Cyprus News Agency that so far there was no information regarding a threat against the infrastructure of the […]

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen affirmed the EU's collective and firm support for its member states against any threats, following a call with Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides.

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides spoke with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who 'clearly and categorically' confirmed that Cyprus was not a target of missiles amid regional developments.

Nicosia attaches particular importance to meeting the UN Secretary-General in March, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Sunday.

President Nikos Christodoulides held telephone conversations with European Commission President Ursula von der Layen and Greek Prime Kyriakos Mitsotakis to discuss developments in the region following US-Israeli attacks on Iran on Saturday morning. In a post on X, he said he had spoke with von der Leyen about the “deeply worrying regional developments”, adding Cyprus […]

President Nikos Christodoulides and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni have agreed to begin discussions on a strategic action plan to elevate bilateral relations between Cyprus and Italy.

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides met with Italian President Sergio Mattarella in Rome, marking the first official visit by a Cypriot president to Italy in 14 years, with both nations agreeing to elevate their relationship to a strategic level.

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides expressed his vision for Cyprus to transition from a consumer of defense solutions to a producer, actively shaping the European defense industry.

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides has called for the opening of new crossing points between the island's two sides, emphasizing that they should facilitate the daily lives of all Cypriot people.

President Nikos Christodoulides has made meaningful pension increases his government’s chief priority for 2026, with a focus on boosting the incomes of the lowest-paid retirees. He set out the goal today at the Presidential Palace during meetings with delegations from trade unions SEK, PEO and DEOK, calling the unions “partners and companions” in the government’s […]

Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides and Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhürman met for approximately an hour and a half on Tuesday before departing separately, with Christodoulides describing the exchange as open and honest and confirming the two leaders would meet again very soon. Speaking from the Presidential Palace after the meeting, which was held at the […]

President Nikos Christodoulides and Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman are set to meet on Tuesday, in the framework of UN-led meetings to move the Cyprus problem forward and keep channels of communication open. The meeting will take place at 11am at the chief of mission’s residence in the buffer zone and will be hosted by […]

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides has pledged a full investigation into explosive allegations made by a journalist, alongside ongoing inquiries into corruption claims.

President Nikos Christodoulides announced a full investigation into allegations made by journalist Makarios Drousiotis, amidst a Europol forensic review, while the government continues to deny claims regarding a key witness.

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides criticized the House for attempting to pass numerous bills, some unconstitutional, before its dissolution ahead of the May 24 parliamentary elections, also expressing concern about the composition of the new House.

The Cyprus Hunting and Wildlife Conservation Federation has expressed strong concern over the dog law passed by parliament on April 2, calling on President Nikos Christodoulides to refer the law back to the House.

President Nikos Christodoulides announced progress on confidence-building measures following his meeting with Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman, with both sides agreeing to meet again by the end of April.

President Nikos Christodoulides announced that the government is strengthening the National Guard’s deterrent capability through targeted actions, including closer cooperation with Cyprus’ emerging defense industry.

Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides will attend an upcoming meeting with Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurma with a 'creative approach' and political will, aiming to resume direct negotiations within the agreed framework.

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides stated that a transit road through the Turkish Cypriot Kokkina exclave would significantly improve the lives of Greek Cypriots in surrounding villages. He confirmed the proposal is on the agenda.

Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman warned against people becoming "trapped by history" in response to statements made by President Nikos Christodoulides on the anniversary of the creation of EOKA. This follows Ünal Üstel, Prime Minister of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, condemning Greek Cypriot leader Nikos Christodoulides for statements praising the EOKA terrorist group.

The President of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, met with the Cyprus International Business Association (CIBA) to discuss strategies for strengthening the economy and enhancing the country's appeal as an international business and investment center.

The Cypriot government has affirmed its 'firm' political will for progress on the Cyprus problem, ahead of a scheduled meeting between President Nikos Christodoulides and Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman.

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides announced that Cyprus aims to begin exporting natural gas to Europe via Egypt by 2027 or 2028, ahead of his departure to Cairo for a major regional energy summit.

United Nations peacekeeping force in Cyprus (UNFICYP) chief Khassim Diagne outlined the force’s four main priorities for the coming months following a meeting with President Nikos Christodoulides.

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides announced a package of measures to support households and businesses amid rising prices, though critics argue the relief offers more optics than actual impact.

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides received Greek PASOK leader Nikos Androulakis at the Presidential Palace to discuss regional issues, including the Iran war and the Cyprus problem. Androulakis also called for strong EU diplomatic initiatives in the Middle East.

The Cypriot National Council is scheduled to convene on Monday to review President Nikos Christodoulides’ recent visit to Brussels. Government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis stated that the President is expected to brief Council members on the outcomes of his meetings.

British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer on Saturday told President Nikos Christodoulides that Cyprus’ security is “fundamental” to the United Kingdom and reiterated that the country’s bases in Cyprus…

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides will urge the European Council to activate Article 42/7 of the EU Treaty, emphasizing that the Middle East conflict is also Europe's war and pushing back against internal EU voices, including the High Representative.

President Nikos Christodoulides announced that Cyprus will have an open and frank discussion with the British government regarding the future of the United Kingdom's military bases on the island.

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides met with UN Secretary-General António Guterres in Brussels to discuss the next steps for the Cyprus issue and developments in the Middle East.

The European Union will continue to stand with Cyprus amid the instability caused by the developments in the Middle East, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said after her meeting with President Nikos Christodoulides on Wednesday. “Europe expresses its full solidarity with Cyprus, amidst the instability caused by the crisis in the Middle East. […]

The United Kingdom’s bases in Cyprus are “a colonial remnant”, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Wednesday, before calling for their status to be up for discussion following the conclusion of…

President Nikos Christodoulides is meeting UN Secretary-General António Guterres in Brussels today to push for a restart of Cyprus reunification talks, rejecting calls for a pause in the process. The meeting, scheduled for 6pm local time, was arranged following a letter Christodoulides sent last February setting out why efforts on Cyprus must not be halted. […]

President Nikos Christodoulides will tell the leaders of other European Union member states of a need for the bloc to achieve further strategic autonomy when the European Council convenes later this…

A Noverna poll conducted for Politis on Monday reveals widespread scepticism towards President Nikos Christodoulides, with the public voicing strong doubts over government policies on water management, taxation, crime and migration. Only 28 per cent of those questioned expressed overall approval of his performance, while 56 per cent disapproved. Some 1,020 people took part in […]

We had warned last Sunday that President Nikos Christodoulides’ move to secure military support from a host of EU countries could backfire, by creating the impression abroad that Cyprus was involved in the war being waged by Israel and the United States against Iran. The government, we had argued, was sending out mixed signals by […]

The government will support all those affected by the foot-and-mouth disease outbreak, President Nikos Christodoulides reaffirmed on Friday evening, while pointing out that violating EU protocols…

Public debt continued to fall in 2025, reaching its lowest percentage of GDP since 2008, while Cyprus also recorded its fourth consecutive fiscal surplus.  President Nikos Christodoulides on Friday…

President Nikos Christodoulides assured that his government's reform agenda will prioritize pension reform, aiming to substantially increase payments, especially for low-income pensioners.

Cabinet on Wednesday approved plans to create a national civil protection mechanism, which will be directed by a civil protection coordinator. President Nikos Christodoulides announced the approval of the plans after the day’s cabinet meeting, and stressed that “we launched this major reform in 2023 to restructure the sector, to strengthen the mechanism”. “Our goal […]

President Nikos Christodoulides and Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos met the United Arab Emirates’ Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Monday, with the country finding itself at the centre of the ongoing conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran. Kombos wrote in a post on social media that the trio had held a […]

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides stated that Turkey's decision to deploy F-16s in the northern part of the island is a reaction to a message sent by the EU, asserting that Turkey will not cease to be an occupying power.

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides emphasized that the security of Cyprus is a collective responsibility of the European Union, highlighting this as the most important message from a recent visit by leaders.

Emmanuel Macron rencontrera à Paphos le président chypriote Nikos Christodoulides ainsi que le premier ministre grec Kyriakos Mitsotakis.

Contradictions and mixed signals have consistently marked the government’s discourse, because the objective is always to win publicity points. The example is set by President Nikos Christodoulides himself and is dutifully followed by his spokesmen and ministers. In the same speech, the president could state that he would not engage in the blame game over […]

The national health scheme (Gesy) is “one of the most important social achievements in our country and must be continuously evaluated,” President Nikos Christodoulides said on Friday.

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides stated that 'nothing has been ruled out' regarding the future of the United Kingdom's military bases on the island.

The National Security Council is coordinating actions around the clock, and President Nikos Christodoulides participates in person whenever necessary, government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis…

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides expressed gratitude to Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis for Greece's swift and decisive response to Cyprus's request for assistance, likely involving the deployment of Greek forces.

PASOK-KINAL President Nikos Androulakis had a telephone conversation with Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides, discussing developments in the war situation.

The President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, spoke with the President of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, regarding a drone strike on a British airbase in the country.

President Nikos Christodoulides declared on Monday that the Republic of Cyprus will not be part of any military operation, following a drone strike on the British Bases at Akrotiri.

The strike was most likely the work of Hezbollah, security service sources told Protothema.gr – “We are not participating in any military operation,” stressed Nikos Christodoulides – Why Akrotiri is considered a target of high symbolic value in the Eastern Mediterranean The post Questions mount after shahed drone strike on RAF Akrotiri, second UAV intercepted appeared first on ProtoThema English.

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides announced that UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer called him to confirm that Cyprus was 'clearly and emphatically not a target' in recent events.

President Nikos Christodoulides on Sunday said he ha already spoken to heads of state in the region and in Europe for Cyprus to play a humanitarian role in the region. He said the island has already been sounded out by the governments of Japan and China to potentially help evacuate its nationals from the area. […]

Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides said on Saturday that the British Prime Minister had informed him that British bases in Cyprus were not used and would not be used in military operations in the region. Speaking to reporters as he arrived at a Movement of Ecologists–Citizens’ Cooperation movement event, Christodoulides said Cyprus was closely monitoring developments […]

President Nikos Christodoulides and ENI chief executive Claudio Descalzi engaged in two-hour negotiations in Rome, aiming to finalize a gas deal between Cyprus and ENI before the end-of-March East Med Gas Forum in Egypt.

President Nikos Christodoulides met the chief executive officer of Italian energy giant Eni, Claudio Descalzi, in Rome on Friday, with the company’s final investment decision pending regarding planned extraction of natural gas from the Kronos gas field, located in Block 6 of Cyprus’ exclusive economic zone (EEZ). The meeting comes after Christodoulides had earlier said […]

President Nikos Christodoulides announced Cyprus's goal for its defence industry to contribute a double-digit share to the GDP in the coming years, contingent on close collaboration between the state and industry.

President Nikos Christodoulides travels to Rome on Thursday for a two-day official visit during which he will meet Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and President Sergio Mattarella, with Cyprus-Italy bilateral relations, the Cyprus problem and the EU Council presidency among the topics on the agenda. The visit, on 26-27 February, comes at Mattarella’s invitation and […]

President Nikos Christodoulides announced the government's determination to raise pensions through reforms during a meeting with trade unions SEK, PEO, and Deok.

Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides walked into talks with Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhürman on Tuesday with a single message: he wants an honest conversation about restarting Cyprus reunification negotiations, and he is ready to move as early as next week. “I am going to this meeting for an honest dialogue — to see how conditions […]

(ANSA) - ROMA, 20 FEB - "Today is a particularly significant and solemn day: I presented my credentials to the President of the Republic of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, at the presidential palace in Nicosia," Ambassador Antonella Cavallari wrote in a note. "The ceremony marks the formal start of my term as Italian Ambassador to Cyprus," she said. Deeply proud to represent our country, for which the President had words of sincere recognition and appreciation, I will make every effort to further strengthen the already excellent Italian-Cypriot relations in strategic areas of shared interest. Together to promote stability and growth in a Mediterranean that is strategic for Europe and for common security." Read article...

President Nikos Christodoulides visited the Cyprus police academy ahead of the Easter holidays, stressing that ensuring public safety across all sectors is the state’s primary obligation.

President Nikos Christodoulides has referred a law requiring compensation for surplus electricity generated by photovoltaic systems back to parliament. The decision, taken after the law's passage in March, centers on specific provisions.

Cyprus used an international climate conference in Nicosia on Wednesday to call for stronger regional and international cooperation on climate change, with President Nikos Christodoulides saying the…

Akel leader Stefanos Stefanou emphasized the need for progress on the Cyprus problem following a meeting between President Nikos Christodoulides and Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman that concluded without substantial advancement.

President Nikos Christodoulides expressed hope for positive developments ahead of his meeting with Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman in Nicosia.

President Nikos Christodoulides of Cyprus emphasized the need for a clear mechanism for the European Union to respond when its mutual assistance clause, Article 42.7 of the EU Treaty, is invoked, following Cyprus’ recent engagement with EU partners.

President Nikos Christodoulides stated that his government is focused on security, stability, and reform, emphasizing that international turmoil has increased public demand for predictable policies and a resilient economy.

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides stated that bolstering the country's defense infrastructure is a 'top priority' for the government, ahead of his visit to the Andreas Papandreou airbase in Paphos.

President Nikos Christodoulides will meet with Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhürman to advance the prospect of resuming reunification talks on the Cyprus problem, bringing a UN talks agenda to the meeting.

President Nikos Christodoulides highlighted the importance of educating younger generations about the legacy of Eoka's liberation struggle during commemorations in Nicosia. He stressed this message on social media.

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides and his Egyptian counterpart Abdel Fattah el-Sisi reaffirmed their strategic partnership during a bilateral meeting in Cairo, emphasizing cooperation on energy security and other regional matters.

President Nikos Christodoulides announced that a €4.5 million model autism centre in Famagusta, Cyprus, is expected to be completed within 18 months, following his participation in a 'Run for Autism' charity event.

Cyprus has proposed a specific April date for a new meeting between President Nikos Christodoulides and Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman, following Erhurman's earlier criticism of Christodoulides' statements on the Cyprus problem.

Cyprus spends less per child than any other EU member state, and its birth rates have fallen to a historic low, prompting a group of large families to appeal to President Nikos Christodoulides for urgent support measures.

A recent low-key meeting of the Cyprus national council proved to be a non-event, prompting questions about its utility and why President Nikos Christodoulides convened it, particularly concerning the long-standing Cyprus problem.

President Nikos Christodoulides briefed the national council on the Cyprus problem, regional tensions in the Middle East, and economic implications for the island following his recent engagements in Brussels.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has assured Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides that British bases on the island will not be used for offensive military operations.

The handling of the situation by President Nikos Christodoulides amid mounting tensions in the Middle East has been effective, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said, affirming that…

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides has reiterated his call for a frank discussion with the British government regarding the UK's two military bases on the island, describing them as a 'colonial consequence'.

President Nikos Christodoulides on Thursday said that countries in the Middle East expect there to be “some initiative” to end the ongoing conflict in the region, and suggested that the European…

President Nikos Christodoulides on Wednesday evening said that “we must expect developments soon” on the Cyprus problem, after having held a meeting with United Nations Secretary-General Antonio…

President Nikos Christodoulides said on Wednesday that he and UN Secretary-General António Guterres share a common goal of achieving meaningful progress on the Cyprus problem before Guterres’s term…

President Nikos Christodoulides stated that Cyprus has demonstrated the achievability of European strategic autonomy, addressing policymakers in Brussels during meetings on the Cyprus issue and regional challenges.

The Middle East crisis, the foot and mouth disease outbreak on the island and the way forward in the Cyprus problem are on President Nikos Christodoulides’ agenda on Wednesday, as he is set to meet…

Cyprus is a “completely safe” destination for tourists, President Nikos Christodoulides insisted on Tuesday, amid rising fears for the immediate future of the island’s tourism industry after its British Akrotiri air force base was hit by an Iranian-made drone earlier this month. He told Greek business news website money-tourism.gr that the island “remains a stable […]

President Nikos Christodoulides announced a sweeping nine-point support package for livestock farmers on Monday as Cyprus’s foot-and-mouth outbreak continues to spread, pledging full compensation, income support and a long-term plan to rebuild the sector. Speaking at the Presidential Palace after a Cabinet meeting, Christodoulides said the government had already decided on 5 March to offer […]

In the wake of the March 2, 2026, drone strike on the British Sovereign Base at Akrotiri, President Nikos Christodoulides has moved to reorient the Republic of Cyprus’s grand strategy. His repeated declarations of intent to apply for NATO membership represent more than a reactionary policy shift; they signal a fundamental ideological departure from the […]

Cyprus is hoping for an initiative to be taken that will put an end to hostilities in the Middle East, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Friday evening.

Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides will meet United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres in Brussels on 18 March on the sidelines of the European Council summit, Government Spokesperson Konstantinos Letymbiotis announced on Thursday. The meeting, which was arranged following a letter from Christodoulides to Guterres, forms part of what Letymbiotis described as the president’s clear and firm […]

Cyprus is to create its own national cancer institute, President Nikos Christodoulides announced on Wednesday, with cabinet approving a bill for its creation.

President Nikos Christodoulides could not hide his pride playing host to French President Emmanuel Macron and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis at the Paphos air base on Monday.

After the meeting with Nikos Christodoulides and Emmanuel Macron, the prime minister visited the pilots of the Greek fighter jets that have been redeployed to the “Andreas Papandreou” base The post…

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and French President Emmanuel Macron arrived in Cyprus, where Mitsotakis was received by Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides. Their visit comes as the Middle East conflict enters its tenth day, with Turkish F-16s also present in the occupied territories.

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides stated that the government is not satisfied with the current state of bomb shelters and will make decisions to improve the situation at the next cabinet meeting. He acknowledged positive aspects but also highlighted negative issues.

President Nikos Christodoulides issued a firm assurance on Sunday that the government stands by those affected by the foot-and-mouth disease outbreak, emphasizing that the state and livestock farmers…

President Nikos Christodoulides reiterated that Cyprus is not involved in any military operations, emphasizing that all actions are guided by the country's and its citizens' security, positioning Cyprus as a pillar of stability in the region.

President Nikos Christodoulides pledged government support for all those affected by the foot-and-mouth disease outbreak, stating that solutions would be found for the affected people and the country.

The President of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, held a meeting with the head of the British intelligence services, Blaise Metreweli, amid rising geopolitical tensions in the Eastern Mediterranean.

Turkish media has reacted strongly to recent statements made by Greek Minister of National Defense Nikos Dendias during his visit to Nicosia, where he met with Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides, with the Turkish press accusing him of 'targeting us amidst war'.

President Nikos Christodoulides said on Thursday that the presidential aircraft, Cyprus Airforce One (CAF001), will be at the disposal for the urgent air transport of transplant patients and organs…

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides expressed gratitude to French President Emmanuel Macron via a post on platform X for France's ongoing support to Cyprus.

Greek Defence Minister Nikos Dendias arrived in Cyprus on Tuesday to meet President Nikos Christodoulides and his Cypriot counterpart Vasilis Palmas, following a drone strike on the British Bases at…

European Council President Antonio Costa said on Monday he spoke to Cyprus’ President Nikos Christodoulides to convey the European Union’s support after an Iranian Shahed drone, most likely fired by the Iran-backed Hezbollah, hit a British military base on the island. In a post on X, Costa expressed “appreciation” to Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis […]

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides confirmed that a British air base located on the island was hit by a Shahed drone, amidst escalating tensions in the Middle East.

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides clarified that Cyprus is not involved in any military operations and does not intend to be part of any, following a drone incident at Akrotiri Base.

President Nikos Christodoulides emphasized the importance of diplomacy for regional stability during a phone call with UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, stressing solidarity.

Justice Minister Costas Fitiris and auditor-general Andreas Papaconstantinou on Saturday met to discuss the auditing of tender procedures. According to the justice ministry, the pair made “special reference” to “the need to ensure transparency and proper financial management of projects”. The meeting comes with President Nikos Christodoulides having sent a number of amendments to the […]

President Nikos Christodoulides on Friday said Cyprus and Italy share a “common cultural identity”, as he met the country’s President Sergio Mattarella at Rome’s Quirinal Palace.

Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni stated that energy costs are a priority for the EU and urged the bloc to act quickly to reduce them, following talks with Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides.

President Nikos Christodoulides warned of 'turbulent times' during his address at the 'Battlefield Redefined' defence conference in Rome, citing the ongoing war in Ukraine and conflicts in the wider region.

The government is increasing social expenditure after the economy recorded growth, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Thursday. “It is important that we have had the ability – based on economic c

President Nikos Christodoulides has written to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres reaffirming that the country’s EU council presidency and the upcoming parliamentary elections “in no way affect” the immediate resumption of substantive negotiations on the Cyprus problem. In his letter, Christodoulides expressed readiness to meet Guterres in March to advance the peace process and outlined a […]

Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides will meet with Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhürman to address issues faced by enclaved Greek Cypriots in Karpasia, particularly difficulties at the Rizokarpaso school, and the deadlock in Cyprus talks.