Tag: defence

France’s Macron unveils voluntary military service amid “threats”

President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday announced the creation of a new voluntary youth military service to begin by mid-2026, which would help France respond...

Shay Gal interview: Cyprus-Israel deterrence and the fear of Turkey

In his first interview with a Cypriot media outlet, Israeli analyst Shay Gal speaks to Simerini about the turning point in Cyprus–Israel relations, the...

Pseudostate ‘officials’ criticise Cyprus over Israel cooperation

A senior official in the illegally occupied north accused the Republic of Cyprus on Monday of “handing over the keys” of its sovereignty to...

Turkish army in occupied Cyprus doubles to 100,000

The Turkish army in occupied Cyprus is reportedly set to double in size, reaching as many as 100,000 troops, according to Turkish media reports. For...

Putin on NATO: no threat to Russia’s defences

Putin on Nato: Russian president Vladimir Putin has downplayed concerns over NATO’s military expansion, insisting that it poses no threat to Russia. Speaking to...

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US treaty withdrawal as Trump exits UN and climate bodies

US pulls out of dozens of international organisations US President...

George Vassiliou hospitalised with respiratory infection

Former Cyprus President Georgios Vassiliou remains hospitalized at Nicosia...

 Kronos gas route to Egypt adjusted 

Government sources report modification of the clause mandating 20%...

Von der Leyen: Reunify Cyprus in 2026

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen addressed the...
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