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We welcome cooperation with like-minded countries, Israel's ambassador to Cyprus says
The partnership among Cyprus, Greece and Israel is not exclusive, and the three countries welcome cooperation with other like-minded parties to promote the goals of stability, security and prosperity, the Ambassador of Israel to Cyprus, Shmuel Revel, has told the Cyprus News Agency, in an interview ahead of the Cyprus, Greece and Israel Trilateral Summit that will take place on December 20, in
US official sends clear message to Turkey over Cyprus drilling
In an exclusive interview with Kathimerini's Sunday edition, US Assistant Secretary of State for European and Eurasian Affairs Wess Mitchell has sent a clear message to Ankara not to obstruct drilling for hydrocarbons that is under way in Cyprus's exclusive economic zone (EEZ), while hailing Greece as a "fantastic ally" to the United States in the region.
Turkey will not make 'slightest compromise' on energy plans, VP says
Turkey is not prepared to make the "slightest compromise" with regards to its energy plans around Cyprus, the Aegean or the Eastern Mediterranean, Turkish Vice President Fuat Oktay has said.
Analysis: How should Turkey perceive the Syrian border?
Today Turkey continues to see the Syrian border as one piece, politically. However, the picture is not what it seems to be. Indeed, Turkey is trying to respond to the unique five cases rooting from Syria, extending beyond its borders.
East Med gas pipeline deal draws closer
Cyprus, Greece, Italy and Israel are close to an agreement to construct the world's longest undersea pipeline to transfer natural gas from the Eastern Mediterranean energy fields to Europe, a Cypriot government source was quoted as saying on Sunday.
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Yildirim warns oil companies against Cyprus drilling
In what was seen as an indirect threat to Greece and Cyprus, Binali Yildirim, the speaker of Turkey's Grand National Assembly, Thursday warned international oil companies against energy exploration in the Eastern Mediterranean, including Cyprus's exclusive economic zone, before a settlement is reached on the divided island.
Turkey to launch exploration for natural resources in areas of Turkish Cyprus
Turkey will start its own exploration operations for natural resources in licensed areas of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, the spokesperson of the Foreign Ministry said on Nov. 18.
Turkish claims in East Med unveiled in maps
With drilling under way in Cyprus's exclusive economic zone, Kathimerini has seen seven maps outlining Turkey's claims in the Eastern Mediterranean, revealing its intentions in the region.
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US lawmakers expect votes on steps to crack down on Saudi Arabia
U.S. lawmakers have said the Senate could vote within weeks on legislation to punish Saudi Arabia over the war in Yemen and the death of a journalist at its consulate in Istanbul.
Turkish Cypriot leader: Mix region's gas, send via Turkey
An accord reunifying ethnically split Cyprus could unlock a deal to convey gas discovered in fields off Israel, Egypt and Cyprus to markets through neighboring Turkey's existing pipeline network, the leader of the island's breakaway Turkish Cypriots said on Nov. 12.