Russia surprises Cyprus with move to scrap tax deal
The Mediterranean island has been an important destination for Russian entrepreneurs and firms
Cyprus: Putin “to help ease” gas search tensions with Turkey
“Putin promised that he would intercede with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in order to deescalate the crisis”
Barbaros outside Famagusta – Stop all activities in the Cyprus EEZ, says US State Department
A US State Department spokesman described the Turkish actions as provocative steps that escalate tensions in the region