Monthly religious services resume at Apostolos Andreas Monastery

The Office of the Presidential Commissioner announced that monthly religious services will resume at the Apostolos Andreas Monastery, located in the northern part of Cyprus, on Sunday, July 5. These services, traditionally held on the first Sunday of each month, had been suspended for over two months. The resumption follows an intervention by the President of the Republic of Cyprus with the Turkish Cypriot side. The Presidential Commissioner's office stated that ensuring the unhindered exercise of religious rights and access to places of worship remains a priority. The government will continue to monitor the situation regarding the accessibility of the site for worshippers. The announcement was published on July 3, 2026, confirming the restoration of the monthly schedule.