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Buying real estate worth at least €2,000,000 will get foreigners citizenship in Cyprus. An EU passport allows visa-free travel in over 140 countries. The Republic of Cyprus’ naturalization policies are controversial.
We come to you from Rome for our special edition on freedom of movement in the European Union. The Treaties of Rome allowed for people in the EU to live, work and travel more freely across borders. But risks remain.
The Turkish government has described sanctions approved by the European Union as "worthless". The EU doesn't recognise Turkey's claim to waters off the island and considers the drilling illegal.
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The European Union has approved punitive measures against Turkey after Ankara deployed two ships to explore for natural gas off the coast of Cyprus.
Cyprus received a rude reminder during the week of just how close it is to the ongoing conflict in Syria. A stray missile — believed to be Russian — exploded in the island's breakaway Turkish north. Nobody was hurt, but as Nathan Morley reports from Nicosia, the incident sent shockwaves throughout Cyprus.
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The divided Mediterranean island of Cyprus is still hoping for reunification. Turkish troops occupied the northern areas in 1974, in response to a coup backed by Greece. Turkish and Greek Cypriot communities have been separated ever since
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EU foreign ministers have urged the bloc to draw up a list of "appropriate measures" against Turkey. They've expressed "grave concern over the ongoing illegal drilling" in disputed waters where EU member Cyprus claims exclusive economic rights. Turkey said it would step up exploration in a move that could further strain ties with Western allies. Anthee Carassava reports.
On our Euromaxx series "Europe Ties the Knot", we profile a bridal couple from Turkish-controlled northern Cyprus. We follow them on their journey: from their traditional Muslim Henna Night until their wedding night.
This summer, many restaurants in Cyprus will tempt tourists with unique breakfasts made from locally-produced food. It's part of an initiative to promote gastro tourism on the island for the first time. Nathan Morley has been to see what's on offer.
Artificial intelligence is rapidly entering all spheres of life and prisons across Europe are taking advantage of the new technology. The issue topped the agenda at a recent Conference of Directors of Prisons from across Europe, held in Cyprus. Nathan Morley went along to find out more.
Cyprus has been divided for more than 40 years between its Turkish and Greek Cypriot halves. The peace process has long been abandoned. But the European elections might help bring both sides closer together. For the first time, a Turkish Cypriot candidate is campaigning with a major Greek Cypriot party – and his chances of winning a seat in the European Parliament are high. Sira Thierij has more.
EU Commission presidential candidates spar in election debate – Another push for Scottish independence – Slovak court rejects ban of far-right party – First serial murder case shocks Cyprus – Rebuilding Notre Dame – Hungary’s controversial new Holocaust museum – A new government for Spain – Salafism in Germany – Prokofiev’s musical genes
Police on the island of Cyprus are searching for clues to solve the island's first ever serial murder case. British crime experts from the Scotland Yard have flown in to assist in the task as locals remain shocked and authorities fear the death count could reach dozens of foreign women. Anthee Carassava reports.
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A cultural heritage project on the divided island of Cyprus is proving that history can be a unifying force. A group of Greek and Turkish Cypriots are restoring historic buildings on the island in a rare sign of cooperation between the two communities. They've just finished work on an ancient mosque in Famagusta. And as Nathan Morley reports, the project is receiving widespread praise.
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Cypriot farmers work the land on a pair of British military bases in the country — sovereign British territory, essentially — and rely on an open border to sell their goods.
Lefkara lace is an extremely intricate Cypriot embroidery style that has been around for centuries. But this traditional craft is under threat as the skilled workers making it are a dying generation. Nathan Morley reports.
The head of Germany's spy agency is fired. And promoted – Czech leader says no asylum for 50 Syrian orphans - The Dutch revolutionize grocery home deliveries - Turkey detains hundreds of airport construction workers in Istanbul - A dramatic U-turn by Spain on sale of weapons to Saudi Arabia - Ireland officially lifts ban on abortion - Germany's Hambach Forest: a battleground for climate action.
