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Revealed: UK oil refinery owner moved Russian loans to offshore subsidiary where sanctions did not apply

MPs call for investigation into Essar Energy, owner of Stanlow refinery, which shifted loans from ‘Putin’s piggy bank’ VTB to Mauritius

The Guardian - UK

Ukraine-Russia war latest: 10 killed and at least 67 injured in one of Moscow’s largest aerial strikes

Dnipro hit in repeated waves, with fears that more victims could be trapped under rubble

The Independent UK

Ukraine needs full not symbolic membership in the EU, Zelenskyy says

With a €90 billion loan for Kyiv unlocked and a new package of sanctions against Russia going ahead, attention is turning to Hungary’s long-standing veto on Ukraine’s EU accession.

Euronews

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EU leaders meet in Cyprus to talk Ukraine, Hormuz, energy and mutual defence

One of the key issues at the summit will be Article 42.7 of the EU treaties, which provides mutual assistance in case of an armed attack. Member states want to develop a playbook to know how the article works in practice.

Euronews

UK Allies Trigger 'Crisis Testing' Over Concerns US Commitment to NATO is Diminishing Under Donald Trump

EU leaders meeting in Cyprus are quietly stress‑testing their mutual‑defence clause as doubts grow over how far the United States, under Donald Trump, can be relied on to uphold NATO commitments.

International Business Times UK

Newsletter: EU leaders weigh a NATO-style common defence clause

Also in this newsletter: EU unblocks €90bn Ukraine loan and new Russia sanctions.

Euronews

Cyprus urges EU to agree plan for defence of member states ahead of summit

As European Union leaders meet in Cyprus, the country's President Nikos Christodoulides has called for them to address a long-standing gap in the bloc’s security architecture – how the EU responds if one of its member state comes under attack.

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Tui says Iran war cost operator £35m in March

Holiday giant Tui reported a financial blow of approximately €40 million (£34.8 million) in March, directly attributed to the conflict in the Middle East. This cost was primarily due to the repatriation of around 5,000 passengers from two cruise ships near Abu Dhabi, with their itineraries now cancelled until mid-May.…

The Independent UK

The AP Interview: Cyprus president says EU needs a clear playbook on helping members under attack

The president of Cyprus says fellow European Union leaders meeting on the island nation need to start preparing a playbook on what should happen if an EU country under attack puts out the call to bloc partners for help

The Independent UK

Cyprus upgrades key bases with US funds to boost Middle East relief

Cyprus will upgrade key air and naval bases with US and EU-backed funding to boost its role as a humanitarian hub for Middle East evacuations, according to officials.

Euronews

US funding helps Cyprus upgrade military bases for its role as a regional safe haven

Cyprus is upgrading key military installations with U.S. taxpayer help to strengthen its role as a safe haven in the eastern Mediterranean

The Independent UK

Idol of Pomos: A 5,000-year-old fertility figurine from Cyprus that wears a miniature version of herself on a necklace

The cross-shaped figurine has become a potent symbol of Cyprus' contribution to prehistory.

LiveScience

Turkey pushes for European missile defence deal amid Iran tensions

Following several Iranian missile strikes targeting Turkey, Ankara is accelerating its efforts to create its own missile defence system dubbed the “steel dome”. According to reports, it is in talks to procure Europe's latest anti-missile system. But Ankara’s aspirations are unnerving Israel – as well as its neighbours, Greece and…

Radio France Internationale

HMS Dragon docks in eastern Mediterranean after problems with water systems

Royal Navy type 45 destroyer deployed to reinforce security around RAF base in Cyprus to undergo short maintenance stop, says MoD

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The Independent UK

Why HMS Dragon has docked after being sent to Cyprus to protect UK air bases

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UK’s HMS Dragon docks due to technical issue after being sent to protect Britain’s air bases in Cyprus

The Royal Navy destroyer ‘is undertaking a routine logistics’

Euronews

Portugal among EU countries with the most people working close to 50 hours a week

A recent Randstad analysis indicates that only Greece, Cyprus and France have a higher percentage of employees habitually working 49 hours or more per week than in Portugal.

The Independent UK

The best family-friendly hotels in Cyprus, with water parks, pony clubs and more

A perennial favourite with families, this Mediterranean island has plenty of accomodation options to keep all generations happy. Our local expert picks the very best

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The Independent UK

The best hotels in Paphos, from five-star stays to beachside resorts

This coastal city in southwest Cyprus has plenty to offer for all ages. Yasemen Kaner-White picks the best hotels for all budgets

Fortune

As boomers are forced to ‘unretire,’ research shows their best shot at a real retirement is moving abroad—to hotspots like Cyprus and Ireland

The U.S. once promised opportunity—and the U.K. stability—but now Malta, Malaysia, Uruguay, and Turkey outperform them in retirement rankings.

International Business Times UK

Iran War Expansion: Greece Prepares for Possible Attack as US Issues Urgent Warning for American Tourists

Greece has deployed frigates and F-16s to defend Cyprus and raised security at 50 potential targets after Iran threatened tourist sites worldwide.

Euronews

Cyprus: Travel to the Middle East on the rise - there will be no repatriation operation

There has been an increasing trend of travel to the countries covered by the travel directive of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Cyprus.

Evening Standard

'More admirals than warships', Royal Navy branded weak as Defence Secretary struggles on fleet's size

Ministers were slammed for the delay in sending HMS Dragon to defend Cyprus

The Independent UK

The best hotels in Larnaca, from adult-only stays to boutique boltholes

This historic city is an ideal destination for culture lovers, divers and families alike. Our Cyprus expert selects the best hotels, starting at just £80 per night

Euronews

Cypriot authorities stress that the country is safe, wanting to prevent a possible decrease in tourist flows due to the war in the Middle East.

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