President Herzog meets Cyprus leader amid Houthi missile attack

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides visited Jerusalem for a diplomatic meeting with Israeli President Isaac Herzog shortly after a Houthi missile attack near Tel Aviv disrupted travel and injured several people. Herzog praised Christodoulides for showing solidarity as the first world leader to arrive in Israel following the attack, emphasizing the threat posed by Houthi militants armed by Iran and underscoring the need for regional stability and security. The leaders discussed the importance of Cyprus as a reliable partner and bridge between the region and the European Union, especially as Cyprus prepares to assume the EU Council Presidency. The visit also included meetings with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and a subsequent trip to Ramallah for talks with Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas, highlighting Cyprus's commitment to regional cooperation and dialogue.