​Israeli Defense Minister Avigdor Lieberman arrived today, Friday (16/9/16) to Cyprus for meetings with Cypriot officials. They are expected to discuss strengthening security ties between the countries, alongside strategic, regional and bilateral ties.

"Cyprus and Israel share common values, are reliable friends and partners and their bilateral relations are today in their best chapter in their history", Israeli Minister of Defence Avigdor Lieberman today.

Lieberman, held a meeting today with his Cypriot counterpart Christoforos Fokaides. In statements after the meeting, he said that the two states enjoy a very close cooperation in many areas, including politics, security, economy, tourism.

(source: CNA)