Cyprus

Israelis in Cyprus report strong sense of safety despite rising crime concerns

Security remains high for Israelis and Jews on the island even as officials note a modest increase in reported crime and shifting demographics.

TOURISTS ENJOY the beach in Ayia Napa, Cyprus, October 5, 2024.
The entrance of RAF Akrotiri, a British sovereign base in Cyprus, which was hit by an unmanned drone overnight, causing limited damage, Cyprus March 2, 2026.

UK says Cyprus Akrotiri base will not be used in US strikes on Iran targets

 Smoke rises from a burning building hit by an Iranian drone strike, in Seef district, Manama, Bahrain, February 28, 2026

Araghchi denies Iran targets civilians, ready to form regional committee to probe strikes - report

IRGC propaganda showing officers planning missile launches towards Tel Aviv, created using Lego, March 10, 2026.

WATCH: IRGC-linked media shares propaganda video using Lego, blaming Israel-US for Minab school


Turkish Cypriots protest new rule permitting hijab in schools

The new ruling comes after an eighth-grade student was barred from entering a Nicosia school for wearing a hijab.

Protesters demonstrate against a new regulations allowing young women to wear hijabs in secondary school in the northern part of the Cypriot capital Nicosia, in the self-proclaimed Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC). May 2, 2025.

Planes from Cyprus, Croatia, Italy, France to provide support as firefighters battle inferno

The massive blaze continues to rage as over 120 firefighting and rescue teams attempt to contain the spreading fire.

Aircraft dispersing fire-retardant materials

Cyprus court acquits five Israeli men of 2023 gang rape charges

The case was dismissed after the court rejected the accuser’s testimony, calling her story inconsistent and contradictory. 

 A flag of Cyprus flies on a vessel of the Port and Marine Police in Ayia Napa Marina, Cyprus December 6, 2023.

From the shores of Greece to the wild nature of Zanzibar: Three destinations at unbeatable prices

Arkia Airlines offers attractive vacation packages to Zanzibar, Athens, and Larnaca, including direct flights and accommodation in centrally located 4-star hotels. The offer is valid until March 30.

 Zanzibar

Syria joins French summit on sanctions, security, and Israeli presence in country

Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa along with the Lebanese President, Cypriot President and Greek Prime Minister were invited by France to join a summit in Nimes.

 Syria’s interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa attends an interview with Reuters at the presidential palace, in Damascus, Syria March 10, 2025.

Ayia Napa gang rape: EU human rights court finds UK woman faced unfair investigation

The court said that Cyprus must pay the woman 20,000 Euros and another 5,000 Euros for legal expenses.

 Women activists hold a banner in support of an allegedly raped British person outside the courthouse in Paralimni, Cyprus October 5, 2023.

Good news for northern residents: Paphos for only $99

Air Haifa will launch direct flights to Paphos in April, with 30% off for bookings made by midnight tomorrow.

 Paphos

Israel's Air Haifa airline to launch Paphos flights

This will be Air Haifa's third overseas route, Larnaca, in Cyprus and the Greek capital, Athens.

 An Air Haifa plane at Haifa International Airport

No Jewish child left behind: Educators unite in Cyprus for the Yael Foundation summit

EDUCATION AFFAIRS: The Jerusalem Post joined the annual summit of the philanthropic Yael Foundation that supports Jewish education worldwide

 UKRAINIAN TEACHERS told the ‘Post’ that their role had been to create a space for students to enjoy their youth and have a semblance of routine during wartime. Here, the Jewish educators receive an award recognizing their efforts and commitments to providing a quality Jewish education.

The 'Post' takes an inside look at the future of Jewish education in Cyprus

The Jerusalem Post toured the site of Cyprus’s first Jewish school, set to open in 2027.

 The Jerusalem Post toured the site of Cyprus’s first Jewish school, set to open in 2027.