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Leaving Israel for Cyprus

Thousands of Israelis are making a new home in Cyprus in the wake of 7th October. Lucy Proctor reports.

Increasing numbers of Israeli people are moving to the nearby island of Cyprus. Sky high property prices, disillusion with domestic politics and security concerns following the Hamas attacks of 7th October have led several thousand families to leave. They’re building on a rich history of Cypriot hospitality towards Jews. But in Turkish-controlled northern Cyprus, huge luxury developments built by Israeli companies are causing controversy.

Presenter: Lucy Proctor
Producer: Mike Gallagher
Production Coordinator: Gemma Ashman
Studio mix: Simon Jarvis
Editor: Penny Murphy

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