France Deploys Warships as Tensions with Turkey Rise
Turkey claims waters in which Greek Cyprus is drilling for natural gas.
Cyprus
Cyprus Votes Against EU Trade Deal with Canada
Lawmakers argue the treaty does not protect their national cheese.
Gas Exploration Opens New Doors in Nicosia
Natural gas reserves estimated to be worth €38 billion could change minds on Cyprus.
Trump and the Turks
Evaluating American-Turkish relations in light of Trump’s Middle East visit and the diplomatic isolation of Qatar.
Geopolitical Shifts Will Enable Cyprus’ Reunification
Controlling the Aegean Sea, and hence Cyprus, is a priority for neither Greece nor Turkey anymore.
Cyprus Signs Deal Allowing Russian Ships to Use Ports
Cyprus and Russia both play down the significance of the pact, saying it shouldn’t worry anyone.
Cyprus Denies Would Lease Military Bases to Russia
Establishing a military presence on Cyprus would be a huge strategic gain for Russia.
Turkey Would Open Air Base for Syria Strikes, Cyprus Unaware
Turkey would let NATO warplanes use its bases to support an intervention in Syria.
Cyprus: A Small Country Raises Big Questions
The Cypriot bailout rekindled many fears about the eurozone’s ability to stay together.
Cyprus Refuses to Be Drawn Into Russia’s Orbit
For now, Europe is the only power able to extend a lifeline to Cyprus’ economy.
Cyprus on the Brink from Greek Eurozone Exit
The Greek Cypriot economy is dangerously intertwined with the mainland.
Greek Euro Exit Would Prompt Geopolitical Realignment
Abandoned by Europe, Greece may be tempted to deepen its ties with Israel and Russia.
Israel Has a New Friend, Cyprus
The basis for the relationship has been economic, but Wikistrat analysts expect it could grow deeper.