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Defence Minister Charalambos Petrides said on Sunday that Turkey’s provocative actions and aggressive behaviour against Cyprus and Greece create a dangerous climate. Addressing the unveiling...
Cyprus has become a pillar of stability in the region says defence minister
Cyprus has been transformed into a pillar of stability in the region by building closer ties with other nations, Defence Minister Charalambos Petrides said on...
Defence minister hoped Turkey will show good will for resumption Cyprus talks
Defence Minister Charalambos Petrides expressed hope on Sunday that Turkey would display the necessary good, allowing the resumption of UN-led talks for a settlement of...
Coronavirus: EU defence ministers to discuss impact
Defence Minister Savvas Angelides will take part in a teleconference with his counterparts from EU member states to discuss matters relating to security amid the...
Coronavirus: Angelides tests negative (Updated)
Defence Minister Savvas Angelides has tested negative for Covid-19, the ministry reported on Tuesday. The minister was tested for the virus as a precaution after a national guard...
Lebanese defence minister to visit Cyprus
The Lebanese Minister of Defence Elias Bou Saab will be in Cyprus on Tuesday for a two-day official visit at the invitation of his Cypriot...
East Med should be among areas of possible EU naval deployment, defence minister says
EU defence ministers on Thursday discussed ways to coordinate the deployment of naval forces in “areas of interest” during an informal meeting in Helsinki, Defence...
‘Cyprus will remain a safe haven for those in need’, minister says at launch of Argonaftis
Cyprus will remain a safe haven for those in need, especially for the refugees who are forced to abandon their homes and families, Defence Minister...
Defence minister visits USS aircraft carrier Harry Truman
At the invitation of the US Navy and the US Embassy in Nicosia, Defence Minister Savvas Angelides, accompanied by US Ambassador Kathleen Doherty, visited the...
Ex central bank boss without lawyer in court
By Evie Andreou Former Central Bank governor Christodoulos Christodoulou who is a defendant in the Focus corruption case is expected to file a request to Nicosia Criminal...