https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/papadakis-faces-allegations-of-misusing-european-parliament-s-funds
After the release of an audio recording featuring a discussion between the EDEK party president, Marinos Sizopoulos, and MEP Dimitris Papadakis, EDEK issued an official statement....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/the-surge-of-violence-in-the-middle-east
The latest escalation of conflict in the Middle East marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing Arab-Israeli dispute....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/gaza-we-are-not-hamas
After days of devastating Israeli bombardment of the Gaza Strip, residents of the besieged enclave say there is no way to escape death....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/president-biden-stands-with-striking-autoworkers-demanding-40-pay-raise
President Joe Biden on Tuesday joined a picket line with striking autoworkers in Michigan, supporting their call for a 40% pay raise and saying they deserve a "lot more" than they are getting....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/giorkatzis-to-run-for-president-of-nicosia-district-council
The candidate for the position of President of Nicosia District Council in the upcoming local government elections on 9 June 2024 is being seriously considered by the Mayor of Nicosia, Constantinos Yiorkatzis....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/zero-risk-politicians-the-doxa-komodromou-scandal-unveiled
The Doxa Komodromou scandal and the shocking revelations that have emerged present a paradox. It's not just about her remaining in her position; it's also about the complete silence that followed these disclosures within the Presidential Office. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/overtime-crisis-threatens-stability-in-cyprus
The case of Ms. Komodromou, a civil servant seconded to the presidency from the University of Cyprus, sheds light on a much larger issue that has plagued governments in the Republic of Cyprus since its inception....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/modi-s-move-to-rename-india-to-bharat-sparks-controversy
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government has replaced the name India with a Sanskrit word in dinner invitations sent to guests attending this week’s Group of 20 summit, in a move that reflects his Hindu nationalist party’s efforts to eliminate what it sees as colonial-era names....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/why-did-brussels-ignore-cyprus-questions-arise-over-eu-inaction
Commission President Ursula von der Leyen delivered a comprehensive 16-page speech on the "state of the Union" before the European Parliament, speaking for an hour....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/italy-s-cry-for-help-facing-a-migrant-surge-amid-eu-discord
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has appealed for greater European support as her country confronts a surge of people fleeing north Africa, amid growing tensions between Rome and other EU capitals over migration policy....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/will-justice-minister-and-chief-of-police-lose-jobs-over-viral-video
When the video of Nikos Christodoulides' meeting at the Presidential Palace went viral the day after Limassol riots, many people thought that the Minister of Justice and the Chief of police might lose their jobs soon....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/chlorakas-attack-highlights-growing-racial-tensions-in-cyprus
The violent attack on Syrian residents in Chloraka last Sunday during a community demonstration related to the refugee-migration issue represents a failure on multiple fronts....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-s-mugshot-makes-its-grand-debut
It’s here! A much-anticipated mugshot of Donald Trump is on display after Georgia authorities denied his request to be excused from picture day....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/usa-former-nyc-mayor-surrenders-to-authorities-over-election-fraud
Donald Trump's former personal lawyer Rudy Giuliani has surrendered to authorities in Georgia over accusations that he tried to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/poland-s-big-parade-shows-readiness
Poland held its largest military parade in decades on Tuesday, in a flex of defensive muscle that comes as tensions rise on the border between the NATO nation and key Russian ally Belarus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-and-his-allies-indicted-for-racketeering-under-the-rico-act
Former President Donald Trump, lawyer Rudy Giuliani, and others, including ex-White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows, were indicted on 41 felony charges related to attempts to overturn Georgia's 2020 election results....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/freedom-and-democracy-under-fire
During the past decade, while Greece and Cyprus faced economic collapse, many of us looked towards the countries of Northern Europe, admiring their achievements, especially in terms of the welfare state they had created for the benefit of all citizens. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ecuadorian-opposition-leader-assassinated-days-before-elections
Ecuadorian presidential candidate Fernando Villavicencio has been assassinated just days ahead of a significant election that hinges on the escalating issues of violence and crime within the country. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/is-poland-upset-with-ukraine
The eastern flank of the European Union — particularly Poland — continues to play a crucial role in helping Ukraine fight against Russia’s invasion. A recent diplomatic squabble over grain imports, compounded by historical issues, puts the once-stable footing at risk....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicos-nouris-to-run-for-nicosia-mayor
Former Minister of Interior, Nikos Nouris, has hinted at the possibility of running for the position of Nicosia Mayor....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-faces-indictment-over-2020-election
Donald Trump was indicted on felony charges Tuesday for working to overturn the results of the 2020 election in the run-up to the violent riot by his supporters at the U.S. Capitol, with the Justice Department acting to hold him accountable for an unprecedented effort to block the peaceful transfer of presidential power and threaten American democracy....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/interior-minister-says-barbed-wire-plan-impractical-and-politically-risky
In a recent statement, Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou deemed the idea of placing barbed wire along the Green Line to handle migrant flows as practically impossible and politically dangerous. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/presidential-election-complaints-lead-to-€36-000-fine-for-christodoulides-staff
In the aftermath of the 2023 Presidential Elections, the staff of Nikos Christodoulides faced a hefty fine of €36,000 following complaints lodged with the Commissioner for Personal Data Protection, Ms. Irini Loïzidou-Nikolaidou....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/cyprus-elections-end-of-a-political-era
The Intermediate parties are facing survival problems, introspection, and doubts, despite being part of the coalition government....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-furious-over-misinformation-on-eu-travel-requirements
Recent media misinformation and fake news claiming that American citizens will have to obtain a visa to travel to the European Union in 2024 have reached former United States President Donald Trump....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/pm-mitsotakis-to-advance-greek-turkish-relations
Determined to pursue a "progressive" policy in the field of international relations as well as on the domestic front through broader consensus, Kyriakos Mitsotakis approaches the beginning of his new term as Prime Minister, even without the opposition's willingness to cooperate due to partisan calculations....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/a-platform-with-substance
George Pamboridis revealed plans for an interactive political reform workshop, unveiling the establishment of a political platform during an interview with K. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/revitalizing-democracy-george-pamboridis-launches-new-political-platform
George Pamboridis is taking strides towards establishing a political platform, an interactive workshop for political reform, in collaboration with others....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/spain-youngsters-to-receive-20-000-euros-upon-turning-18
A universal inheritance is proposed by the Minister of Labor of Spain, Yolanda Diaz, as a means to address social inequalities. Under this framework, all young people living in Spain would receive 20,000 euros after they turn 18....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/un-chief-spells-out-need-for-envoy-deal-on-cyprus
An important step forward would be an agreement with the sides on an appointment of a United Nations envoy, who could explore ways to reach common ground towards resuming negotiations for a lasting settlement in Cyprus, the UN Secretary General says, while urging the leaders to send a clear signal that 'this time things will be different'...
