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Israeli airlines prohibited by Shin Bet from landing in Paphos, Cyprus

The extraordinary directive comes due to 'security reasons,' though flights will be able to land at the airport in Larnaca; There is no travel warning for Paphos and it is possible to reach the resort there

Itamar Eichner, Elisha Ben Kimon, Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 01.27.25

We have lift off: Air Haifa begins operations as Israel's newest airline

Air Haifa will launch operations with its inaugural flight to Eilat on December 22, 2024, at 10:00 a.m.; carrier will expand its routes to Athens and Larnaca, with more destinations planned for summer 2025

Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 12.08.24

ניסוי שיגור מיירטי מערכת הגנה אווירית ברק MX תוצרת התעשייה האווירית

Cyprus acquires advanced Israeli air defense system in shift away from Russian tech

Island nation replaces outdated Russian air defenses with Israel's Barak MX system, capable of intercepting drones and cruise missiles up to 150 km; local media calls acquisition 'game-changer' amid threats from Turkey; Ankara yet to respond

Yoav Zitun, news agencies | 12.05.24

הסרטונים שהעלה קצין המילואים א.ל. משירותו ברצועת עזה

IDF reserve officer flees Cyprus over possible war crimes allegations

Authorities advise IDF officer to leave Cyprus and return to Israel after pro-Palestinian groups use social media footage from his service in Gaza to request arrest on alleged ‘genocide’ charges

Itamar Eichner | 11.18.24

At least 13 Israelis arrested abroad after Interpol issues warrants

Most alleged crimes involve fraud and other financial offenses; Israelis who remain in detention complain of harsh conditions and abuse from Turkish and Arab prisoners incarcerated with them

Itamar Eichner | 08.31.24

ראש הממשלה בנימין נתניהו נפגש נשיא קפריסין ניקוס כריסטודולידיס בקריה בתל אביב

Caught in the middle: Former ambassador says Cyprus could be 'Dragged into conflict'

Rising tensions between Israel, Iran, and their proxies are drawing neighboring Cyprus into the conflict; Cyprus has prepared for potential evacuations from Lebanon should Israel's confrontation with Hezbollah escalate

Keren Setton/The Media Line | 08.16.24

מפליגים ללגונה הכחולה - כחלק מחבילת הנופש

This is how you can easily vacation abroad and keep kosher

Only a 45-minute flight until clear water, blue sky, miles of coastline and lots of quiet, welcome to Paphos, Cyprus where you can relax, shop, eat delicious food and most importantly, do it Jewish style!

Liron Nagler-Cohen, Paphos | 08.09.24

'Nasrallah probably won't attack us, but it makes us nervous'

Peaceful Cyprus faces growing fears of terrorism and tourism impacts after Hezbollah chief's threats; while ties with Israel remain strong, local support wanes due to Gaza images and Israeli investments in Turkish-occupied areas

Dror Feuer, Larnaca | 07.06.24

A drone view shows Troodos astronomical observatory in Agridia village, Cyprus

'Spaceship' observatory allows Cyprus stargazers a peek at the final frontier

EU-backed Geostars project builds iconic structure for Island's stargazers; Visitors could easily imagine it's ready to switch to warp speed. Engage!

Reuters | 07.04.24

'You survived for a reason; use that gift to live fully'

Offering a brief escape from the turmoil back home following October 7, a unique retreat in a Mediterranean paradise provides a healing and rejuvenating experience for disabled IDF veterans; they share powerful stories of resilience and recovery

Ilan Levinsohn, Paphos | 07.01.24

Weary Lebanese brace for war after new Hezbollah threats

The Lebanese population prepares for war as Hezbollah Secretary-General Hassan Nasrallah issues threat against Cyprus for taking sides during war

Reuters | 06.21.24

Nasrallah's threats Israel-Cyprus defense cooperation

Cyprus is worried about the far-reaching consequences should a full-scale war break out between Israel and Hezbollah; 'If Lebanon is hit with an earthquake – the tsunami hits Cyprus,' an Cypriot officials says

Itamar Eichner | 06.20.24

Cyprus probes Lebanese' ties to Hezbollah, aids Israel, US, report

Nicosia government prepares list of Iranians, Lebanese and Syrian nationals after Hezbollah leader threatens island along with UK, US and Israeli interests; threats against a members state is a threat against EU, Brussels says

Lior Ben Ari, Reuters | 06.20.24

Ryanair cuts prices ahead of Israel relaunch

Three and a half months since a Ryanair jet last landed at Ben Gurion Airport, budget airline coming back with a bang; now you can fly to Cyprus for about the cost of a couple of average restaurant meals

Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 05.26.24

Humans inhabited Cyprus earlier than thought, study finds

Researchers challenge previous beliefs, showing Cyprus attracted Paleolithic societies, and call for reevaluation of human migration in the Mediterranean using advanced techniques

Yogev Israeli | 05.23.24

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