Syrian refugees leaving Lebanon

The number of Syrian refugees leaving Lebanon is increasing as aid funding is cut, causing pressure on Cyprus. Cypriot authorities have suspended processing asylum applications and deployed patrol vessels to prevent refugee boats from reaching Cyprus.

United States and Cyprus Collaboration on Fighting Financial Crimes

The United States and Cyprus are formalizing their collaboration in fighting money laundering, sanctions evasion, and other financial crimes with an agreement offering Cypriot law enforcement authorities U.S. expertise.

Cyprus government proposal for repatriation of Syrian refugees

Cyprus government proposes enabling repatriation of Syrian refugees by creating safe zones within the country, gaining support among EU member states. Recent upswing in Syrian refugee arrivals by boat prompts calls for increased patrols and crackdown on people smuggling rings.