Turkish Cypriots make stand on freedom of speech

Turkish Cypriot journalists have pushed back an attempt by authorities to limit the free press by introducing laws that essentially prohibit anyone from criticising the Turkish Cypriot leader or Turkey. Following a

Cyprus-Israel military exercise irks Turkey

Cyprus and Israel will conduct their largest joint military exercise within Cypriot territory on Sunday, stirring Turkey’s reaction. The exercise will take place in the presence of Israeli Defence Minister Benny Gantz,

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Turkey dreams of gas pipeline with Israel

Turkey is ready for energy cooperation with Israel after years of hostility, reviving a project to pipe Israeli gas to Europe as Ankara seeks to reduce its dependence on Russia. But the

Armenia’s five challenges to recovery

After three decades of independence following the collapse of the Soviet Union, tiny Armenia faces a plethora of challenges, not least because of hostile intentions from its neighbours. With limited natural resources

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Turkish side expands Varosha opening

Turkish occupation forces have started work to open up a new area along the beachfront of fenced-off Varosha, a sign the breakaway north is aiming to resettle the resort despite international condemnation.

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