Israeli investment in Cyprus surged more than sixfold between 2017 and 2024, reaching €5.1 billion (approximately $5.9 billion), while total foreign investment in Cyprus declined by a quarter during the same period. This trend is significantly impacting Cyprus's tourism and real estate markets, with nearly 600,000 Israeli tourists visiting last year, accounting for almost a quarter of all visitors in August. Furthermore, Israel's political influence is also evident in Cyprus, including the appearance of Israeli opposition leader campaign posters and the formation of a pro-Israel caucus in the Cypriot parliament. Local residents express concern that the speed, scale, and nature of Israeli investment are altering the local social and political environment.