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Today, at the BMH in Nicosia, we gathered for a memorial ceremony marking 77 years since the closure of the Detention Camps in Cyprus, where Jewish Holocaust survivors were held after World War II. This memorial site commemorates the 2,200 babies born between 1946 and 1949 to survivors who found temporary refuge on the island. It stands as a powerful reminder of the deep bonds formed between Cypriots and Israelis—bonds rooted in resilience, solidarity, and a shared history. D

On Holocaust Remembrance Day, the Jewish Community of Cyprus gathered once again for a deeply moving and meaningful memorial, uniting community members, friends, and guests in shared remembrance and reflection. The ceremony was led by the Chief Rabbi of Cyprus, Rabbi Arie Zeev Raskin , whose words and prayers guided the evening with sensitivity, strength, and profound respect for the memory of the six million Jews who were murdered in the Holocaust. Through prayer, reflection

This week, the Architecture of Hope initiative, an international campaign for peace and understanding — visited the Jewish Museum of Cyprus and the Jewish Community of Cyprus. The delegation was led by Hedi Bouden, Cultural Officer and Theatre Director, who heads this meaningful project. The visitors were warmly welcomed by the Chief Rabbi of Cyprus, Rabbi Arie Zeev Raskin, who shared words of inspiration about unity, peace, and the power of dialogue between people and cultur

Yesterday, I had the pleasure of attending the Swiss National Day celebration, hosted by H.E. Mr. Christoph Burgener, Ambassador of...

RIK News covered the moving celebration of our new Sefer Torah in Larnaca — dedicated in loving memory of Captain Israel Yudkin HY”D. It...

Three of the Rebbe’s shluchim — from Cyprus and Athens — received special recognition at a festive evening organized by the Ministry of...

On the eve of the holiday of Sukkot, the Austrian Embassy in Cyprus paid a visit to the Chief Rabbi’s office at the Central Synagogue in...

We had the honor of welcoming Danny Friedlander , a specialist clinical psychologist who has supported Jewish communities worldwide in...

A huge thank you to all that participated and planted a tree yesterday. Also thank you to the volunteers and to Κοινοτικό Συμβούλιο...

We had the pleasure of hosting 50 survivors of the 7 October 2023 massacre at the Nova music festival and 10 outstanding psychologists...

Last night, Chief Rabbi Raskin illuminated the 7th candle of Chanukah at our incredible celebration. It was a spectacular evening,...

Spectacular Chanukah Celebration The evening at the Municipal Theatre of Larnaca was graced with captivating performances and heartfelt...

Dear Friends, Due to the recent events effecting Israel, the Jewish Community of Cyprus has welcomed thousands of Israelis who have found...

Αγαπητοί πολίτες της Κύπρου, Σε αυτές τις προκλητικές στιγμές, η αγάπη και η υποστήριξή σας αποτελούν φωτεινό σημείο ελπίδας για όλους...

Our dedicated rabbis have been working tirelessly to offer a helping hand to Israeli families displaced or stranded due to the ongoing...

Dear Friends in Larnaca, In light of the ongoing conflict, we are reaching out to our community for assistance. We are urgently seeking...

Chief Rabbi of Israel Rabbi David Lau met Archbishop Georgios at his palace in Nicosia on Wednesday with Chief Rabbi of Cyprus Arie Zeev...

Chief Rabbi of Israel Rabbi David Lau met the President of the Republic of Cyprus, Nikos Christodulides, at his palace in Nicosia on...

Rabbis, Many from Muslim Countries, Convene, Welcoming a New Era in First Since Abraham Accords Conf Puts Spotlight on Chabad-Lubavitch's...