Cyprus Turkey Relations News Monitoring

Cypriots From Turkish Occupied Northern Cyprus Desire Return

Archbishop of Athens and All Greece Ieronymos met with a delegation from the Committee of Occupied Communities of Nicosia, Kyrenia and Famagusta, expressing support for their long-standing concerns regarding displacement and the Cyprus issue. Following …

Why Turkey is still far from becoming ‘the new Iran’

Turkey is increasingly becoming Israel’s newest demon. It grants patronage to Hamas, entrenches itself in Syria, builds up its air power, expands at sea, moves closer to Egypt and meddles in nearly every regional arena. Fiery rhetoric in both Jerusalem and …

US congressional panel criticizes Turkey’s rights record in Cyprus and at home

A US congressional human rights panel on Tuesday criticized Turkey’s record in Cyprus and at home, warning that Ankara’s policies under President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan reflect a broader pattern of rights violations, democratic backsliding and disregard for …

Italian Authorities Seize Turkish Cargo Carrying Counterfeit Euros and Fake Greek Documents

Italian authorities have intercepted a Turkish cargo shipment carrying counterfeit euro banknotes, forged passports, fake Greek residence permits, visas and thousands of digital files used to produce false identities, prompting a major cross-border …

How Turkey made NATO the engine of its military industrial revolution

Up to more than two thousand kilometers separate NATO headquarters in Brussels from the stage where the allies will try to redefine the future of the organization. Next week, Ankara, a metropolis of almost 25,000 square kilometers, will once again become, …

Azerbaijan, Northern Cyprus explore enhancing healthcare cooperation

Baku, July 3, AZERTAC Teymur Musayev, Azerbaijan’s Minister of Health, met with a delegation from the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC), led by Minister of Health Hakan Dinçyürek. During the meeting, Health Minister Teymur Musayev emphasized that …

Woman arrested for usurpation of Greek Cypriot property in north

A 53-year-old Lithuanian woman was arrested in France on a European court warrant for allegedly usurping Greek Cypriot property in the north. According to the police, the process of extraditing the woman to Cyprus, which had issued the European arrest …

Iraq, Turkey discuss protocol to keep oil exports flowing, Iraqi foreign ministry says

An Iraqi delegation visited Ankara to discuss the future of the Iraq-Turkey pipeline agreement and energy cooperation, Iraq's foreign ministry said on Friday, adding that the two sides agreed to continue technical and legal talks on oil exports.Iraq …

Cypriots to commemorate coup and Turkish invasion

ANCA welcomes bipartisan Congressional action to block arms sales to Turkey

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Armenian National Committee of America (ANCA) welcomed two separate Congressional actions today aimed at blocking Turkey’s return to the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter program and halting a proposed $700 million sale of jet engines to …

Minister of Health of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus visits Azerbaijan's Milli Majlis

Baku, July 3, AZERTAC On July 3, members of the Milli Majlis working group on interparliamentary relations between Azerbaijan and the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus met with Hakan Dinçyürek, Minister of Health of the Turkish Republic of Northern …

Turkish presidency denies claim defense giant ASELSAN will be sold to BlackRock

Turkey’s presidential communications office has denied claims that ASELSAN, the country’s largest defense electronics company, will be sold or transferred to US investment giant BlackRock, calling the allegations “baseless” and “untrue.” The denial came …

Erdogan Declares Turkey’s Forward Defense Doctrine

In a recent speech, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan outlined Turkey’s foreign and security policy in clear terms. He stated that Turkey’s security perimeter extends beyond its borders—reaching into Syria, Lebanon, Cyprus, and the Eastern …

Kay Isa: Britain’s Turkish Cypriots are a natural Conservative ally that the party is overlooking

Kay Isa, is a Conservative Councillor in Chingford Green Ward, in Waltham Forest. As a Turkish Cypriot and a Conservative councillor with 27 years of Party membership, I find myself in a position that should be far more typical than it is. The truth is …

Maariv newspaper: Turkey poses greater threat to Israel than Iran

The Israeli Maariv newspaper ran an article on the rapid strengthening of Turkey's military potential. According to the author of this article, today Turkey poses a more serious strategic challenge to Israel than Iran, due to the large-scale …

US Congressmen Mike Lawler, Brad Sherman send letter to Trump: Not in best interest of US to sell F-35s to Turkey

A bipartisan letter spearheaded by Representatives Mike Lawler (R-NY) and Brad Sherman (D-CA), addressed to President Donald Trump, calls upon the US administration to prohibit the sale of F-35s to Turkey, reported the Armenian Assembly of America. " …

Fidan again blames Cyprus for EU-Turkey customs union deadlock

For the second time this week, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan blamed the Greek Cypriot side for obstacles in relations between Turkey and the European Union, arguing that Nicosia’s position is preventing progress on the modernisation of the EU-Turkey …

Bipartisan letter opposes F-35 sales to Turkey

A bipartisan letter spearheaded by Representatives Mike Lawler (R-NY) and Brad Sherman (D-CA), addressed to President Donald Trump, calls upon the administration to prohibit the sale of F-35s to Turkey, reported the Armenian Assembly of America (Assembly …

Preparatory meetings ahead of Holguin visit

The Greek and Turkish Cypriot side continue to hold regular meetings with the United Nations ahead of the visit of UN Special Envoy Maria Angela Holguin to the island later in July. Speaking to the Cyprus News Agency (CNA), sources said that both the Greek …

Natasha Owens Launches 'America 250' to Benefit America's Veterans Ahead of Historic Anniversary

New Patriotic Anthem Partners with Real America’s Voice, Patriot Mobile and PTSD Foundation of America; Every Stream and Download Supports Veterans NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Award-winning recording artist …

Global Biofuels Alliance Inducts 15 Researchers from Global Universities, Awards US$15,000 Research Grants

US$15,000 research grants awarded to inaugural cohort to strengthen international collaboration in sustainable biofuels NEW DELHI, DELHI, INDIA, July 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The India-headquartered Global Biofuels Alliance (GBA) has …

Proposed 30% Ukrzaliznytsia Freight Tariff Increase Highlights Need for Broader Railway Reform, Says Alona Lebedieva

KYIV, UKRAINE, July 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The proposal to increase freight tariffs of Ukrzaliznytsia by 30% from August 1, 2026, should be considered not only as a financial measure, but also as part of a broader discussion on the future …

FEDCON Remains Vigilant in Tracking Legislative Changes for GovCon

FEDCON.com is increasing its efforts to monitor legislation...in response to the progress of 'Ending Discrimination in Government Contracting Act' TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- FEDCON.com, a top consulting …

HEROIC Documentary Moves London Audience with the Power of Art and Beauty

HEROIC moved London preview audiences with a documentary about art, beauty, remembrance, and the making of Washington, D.C.’s National WWI Memorial. SALT LAKE CITY, UT, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The lights came up on …

New release: 'The Systemic Employee Conversation' – Achieving better results by asking the right questions

A new specialist book shows how systemic questioning techniques can make employee conversations more effective, solution-focused and sustainable HAMBURG, GERMANY, July 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Many managers know the situation well: the …

The Napolitan Victory Awards celebrates 15 Years as Global Standard in Political Communication and Creative Advertising

Calling all political consultants, strategists, creatives, activists and governments around the world to vie for over 100 award categories. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Washington Academy of Political …

Los Angeles Citizens Hold Protest to Demand Cancellation of July 4 Fireworks, Citing Threat to Nearby Endangered Species

Citizens say the time is now to embrace 21st century alternatives, like drone and light shows, that are safer for humans, pets, and wildlife! MARINA DEL REY, CA, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A coalition of concerned citizens will …

JG Autograph's Part III of Collecting Camelot: The Kennedy Legacy Auction, 550 Kennedy lots, online-only, ends July 21st

Included are autographs, photographs, artifacts and ephemera relating to JFK, Jackie and the Kennedy family and associates. It's online now, at www.JG.Limited. DANVERS, MA, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Part III of JG …

Less Cancer Applauds Congressional Resolution Restoring the Nation's Commitment to Prevention and Public Health

Resolution reaffirms the importance of prevention, public health and access to healthcare during America's 250th and for its future WARRENTON, VA, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Less Cancer, a program of the Next …

More Than 4,000 Meridian Barriers Protect Millions of Americans During Historic Fourth of July Celebrations

Record deployment supports America 250 celebrations and FIFA World Cup events at more than 60 locations nationwide. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- While millions of Americans gather to celebrate Independence Day …

Western Operators Are Rebuilding Their Capital Stacks Around Gulf Family Offices, Says Artane Partners

Mid-market operators in Europe, the UK and North America are building Gulf family offices into their capital plans from the outset, says the Dublin firm. DUBLIN, IRELAND, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Artane Partners, the Dublin-based …

California Poet Laureate Lee Herrick’s 'My California' Selected for America250 Time Capsule

Poem will represent California’s creative spirit and be preserved outside Independence Hall until 2276 SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- California Poet Laureate Lee Herrick’s poem “My California” has been …

100+ CEOs Write Letters to America in a Virtual Time Capsule Marking the Nation's 250th

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CEOs of more than 100 companies, chambers of commerce, and business organizations across more than 40 states have written personal letters to America ahead of the nation's …

NeighborWorks® America Joins America250 to Highlight the Role of Housing and Community in America's Story

As America Marks 250 Years, NeighborWorks America Spotlights the Role of Housing in Shaping the Nation WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For 250 years, homes and neighborhoods have helped shape the American …

AEBC Says 14-Cent-a-Day Increase Falls Short of the Promise of the Canada Disability Benefit

Annual Inflation Adjustment Does Little to Reduce Disability Poverty CANADA, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Alliance for Equality of Blind Canadians (AEBC) is expressing disappointment with the first annual …

Crypto Voters Mobilize Ahead of 2026 as California Expands Grassroots Civic Engagement

California Stand With Crypto Chapter President Carrie 'Ms. NFTy' leads one of America's largest grassroots crypto communities in education and civic engagement. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As …

Service Before Self: Norwich University’s Enduring Connection to the American Story

NORTHFIELD, VT, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the United States prepares to celebrate America’s 250th birthday, Norwich University stands as a powerful reflection of the nation’s enduring ideals of service, leadership, …

Harvey Law Group Publishes Legal Assessment of Caribbean Citizenship by Investment Developments in First Half of 2026

Jean-François Harvey examines the legal implications of recent developments across the Caribbean, the United States, the United Kingdom, and the European Union. MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Harvey Law Group has …

INTERNATIONAL SPIRITUAL COUNCIL FOR TRANSFORMING HUMANITY APPEAL TO WORLD LEADERS FOR IMMEDIATE PEACE RESOLUTION

One world, one family, one truth — distinguished leaders unite in a heartfelt call for peace and compassion. GENEVA, SWITZERLAND, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The challenges confronting our world today, from armed conflicts and …