Defence minister accuses Turkey of escalating actions and rhetoric
Defence Minister Michalis Giorgallas on Wednesday accused Turkey of “dangerously intensifying its actions and aggressive rhetoric, as well as creating de facto situations in the...
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Turkey holding back efforts to solve Cyprus problem: defence minister
Turkey’s expansionist aspirations are holding back efforts to resolve the Cyprus problem, in addition to maintaining security, peace and stability in the wider region, Defence...
Defence minister Giorgallas infected with Covid
The new minister of defence Michalis Giorgallas was infected with Covid-19 it emerged on Wednesday, and as such was unable to attend his own handover...
Defence minister says Cyprus will continue to strengthen defensive capability
Cyprus is significantly strengthening its defensive capability with modern equipment and reliable international partnerships, Defence Minister Charalambos Petrides said on Saturday as a military parade...
Defence minister heads to Prague
Defence Minister Charalambos Petrides is travelling to Prague on Sunday to take part in a meeting of EU defence ministers. At the centre of the...
Defence minister pays tribute to those who died at Mari
Defence Minister Charalambos Petrides on Sunday attended a religious memorial service for the 13 men killed at the Evangelos Florakis naval base in Mari on...
Defence minister off to US on official visit
Defence Minister Charalambos Petrides will travel to the United States on Sunday for a working visit, marking a milestone in Cyprus-US relations as he will...
Turkey’s aggressive statements create dangerous climate, says defence minister
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...
