The trilateral partnership took shape some 15 years ago after Israel’s ties with Turkey deteriorated, even if it was initially framed in the language of energy cooperation and regional diplomacy. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will host his Greek and Cypriot counterparts in Jerusalem on Monday as part of a trilateral partnership that has steadily changed character.

The conflict in the Middle East has increased pressure on the cost of petrol, household energy bills and even food.

Cyprus is boosting funding for tourism, boosting wages in hotels and accomodation to encourage the sector to open up early, despite the Middle East conflict. The government is going to cover 30% of staff wages in hotels and tourist accommodation in April as an incentive for properties to open their doors.