Visa Update for Russians: Cyprus will stop accepting visa applications at third-party processing centres across Russia and route applications through its consulates in Moscow, St Petersburg, Yekaterinburg and Krasnodar, with in-person document submission required at least 15 days before travel. Air Connectivity Boost: Air Astana launches direct flights to Cyprus for the first time, linking Larnaca with Astana and Almaty twice weekly, adding to the island’s Central Asia reach. EU Travel Rights: EU negotiators appear close to keeping the current flight-delay compensation system largely intact (including the 3-hour threshold) while aiming to simplify how travellers file claims. Cyprus Security & Tourism: Cyprus courts move forward in a terrorism-linked case, with four suspects due to appear in Larnaca amid allegations of a Hamas-connected network. Tourism & Events: Ayia Napa Marina announces the Salty Wine Festival (June 20–21), while Limassol Greens marks its official inauguration as a new golf-and-lifestyle destination. Aegean Faster Travel: Zela Jet launches a helicopter service from Athens to Greek islands, offering Cypriot travellers quicker, more flexible island-hopping. Aviation Market Watch: Wizz Air reports a sharp profit drop tied to Middle East conflict route cancellations, highlighting ongoing volatility for regional travel.