Cyprus
The sinking of a ferry carrying 267 people off the north coast of Cyprus resulted in the death of 6 passengers.
August 31, 2026
The sinking of a ferry carrying 267 people off the north coast of Cyprus resulted in the death of 6 passengers.
The sinking of a ferry carrying 267 people off the north coast of Cyprus resulted in the death of 6 passengers. On Sunday, six individuals lost their lives when a ferry sank off the northern coast of Cyprus. The ferry…
Bomb Threats Target Over 200 Schools in Cyprus
February 12, 2025
Bomb Threats Target Over 200 Schools in Cyprus
On Tuesday morning, bomb threats were reported at over 200 schools across Cyprus, leading to widespread evacuations and police investigations, Xinhua reported. Authorities confirmed that no explosives were discovered during security checks, but investigations are ongoing. A police spokesperson indicated…
Cyprus halts Syrian asylum requests as number of arrivals increases
April 14, 2024
Cyprus halts Syrian asylum requests as number of arrivals increases
Following a sharp increase in arrivals this month, Cyprus has suspended the processing of asylum applications from Syrians, Al Jazeera reported today. In practice, the measure means asylum seekers will be confined to two reception camps offering food and shelter,…