https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/€500-for-parking-in-a-handicap-zone
In response to a significant reduction in illegal parking in disabled areas following a prior extrajudicial fine increase, the Transport Committee is considering another proposal by MEP Andreas Apostolou to further raise the fine from €300 to €500....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-urges-turkey-to-halt-actions-disrupting-regional-stability-in-cyprus
The European Commission has issued a call to Turkey, urging the cessation of threats and actions that disrupt good neighborly relations. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/house-president-praises-france-s-support-for-cyprus-in-paris-meetings
The strategic cooperation between Cyprus and France in the key sectors of security, defence, energy, tourism, trade and education and the mutual will to further deepen them, were emphasised by the President of the Parliament Annita Demetriou and French officials, with whom she met on Wednesday as part of her visit to France....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/president-speaks-out-on-turkish-activity-near-buffer-zone
President of Cyprus Nikos Christodoulides said on Wednesday that all measures are being taken by the Republic of Cyprus so that the sense of security of the residents of the areas adjacent to the buffer zone is not affected in any way by the Turkish provocations....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/un-buffer-zone-tensions-spark-president-s-warning
Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides has called on UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres to convey to Ankara the need for self-restraint with regard to continued violations in the UN buffer zone, expressing “profound concern” that escalating violations would lead to “a serious crisis.”...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/un-chief-expresses-concern-over-deepening-divide-in-cyprus
''It becomes clearer with every passing year that the divide between the sides is growing, gradually eroding the prospects of finding a mutually acceptable political settlement''...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/blinken-s-urgent-mission-in-the-middle-east
Amid mounting concerns over the Israel/Hamas conflict, State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller emphasizes the real risk involved....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/un-envoy-raises-alarm-on-buffer-zone-militarization
Colin Stewart, the Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General in Cyprus and Head of UNFICYP, expressed concern over the increase of militarisation along the buffer zone and said the UN Secretary-General’s report on the peacekeeping mission in Cyprus reflects these concerns....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/1-half-of-container-ships-avoid-red-sea-due-to-attacks
In a dramatic response to mounting security threats, half of the container ships navigating the Red Sea and the Suez Canal are steering clear of the danger zone....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/divisions-in-cyprus-amplify-fact-checking-challenges
Cyprus, an ethnically divided island in the Mediterranean, is like any other nation: It’s been hit by a wave of misinformation, and residents are trying to keep up....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/un-s-envoy-lands-in-cyprus-for-critical-diplomacy-on-cyprus-problem
In early January, the new Special Envoy of the UN Secretary-General, Maria Angela Holguin Cuellar, will arrive in Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/israel-proposes-hezbollah-relocation-6-miles-from-border
In a bid to alleviate tensions with Lebanon, Israel has communicated to the Biden administration its desire to push Hezbollah's forces approximately 6 miles away from the border....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/president-denies-plans-to-visit-ankara-after-erdogan-s-offer
President Christodoulides put an end to the DISY-government-opposition political confrontation from Brussels, in response to a report in the newspaper "Truth" which, citing sources, referred to an invitation by Turkish President, Tayyip Erdogan, to the President of the Council of Europe - on the sidelines of the brief, informal meeting between the two in the framework of the Climate Summit (COP 28) in Dubai....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/famagusta-delegation-confronts-labour-shadow-minister-in-un-session
A meeting to discuss the state of the Cyprus issue was held in London between a Famagusta Association of Great Britain delegation, headed by its President Dr Vassilis Mavrou and the Labour Party’s Shadow Minister for Europe Stephen Doughty....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-consortium-s-march-deadline-for-aphrodite-gas-field-revamp
The consortium licensed for Cyprus’ ''Aphrodite'' gas field will update the development and production plan of the field by March 31, as announced by the Minister of Energy, Commerce, and Industry, George Papanastasiou....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-online-service-for-2024-european-elections
The Ministry of Interior announced on Tuesday the operation of the electronic information service for registration in the special electoral roll for the 2024 European elections of citizens, who reside in areas where the Government of the Republic does not exercise effective control. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/crisis-averted-as-cyprus-and-chevron-reach-compromise
The resolution of the dispute between the Republic of Cyprus and Chevron Cyprus Limited, the manager of the Aphrodite field, can be seen as a compromise satisfying both parties. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/leaders-meet-amidst-un-envoy-appointment
President Christodoulides and Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar met under new circumstances, following developments in the appointment of the UN Secretary General's Special Envoy for Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-and-chevron-forge-agreement-on-aphrodite-gas-field-upgrade
The Cyprus Government and Chevron Corporation are moving forward with the update of the existing development and production plan for "Aphrodite" gas field in Cyprus’ Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-navy-to-be-upgraded-say-national-guard-chief
The Navy is implementing a far-reaching modernization program, having among other things enhanced its anti-ship capabilities, while...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tensions-rise-yet-again-in-buffer-zone-amidst-un-envoy-delay
Amid the delayed appointment of the UN Secretary General's envoy to the Cyprus problem, the occupation regime persists in targeted maneuvers to sow tension within the buffer zone. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/erdogan-and-mitsotakis-sign-landmark-friendship-declaration
Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan's arrival in Athens signals a pivotal moment in the longstanding tension between Greece and Turkey....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/onasagoras-ouzo-diplomacy-and-halloumi-hurdles
In Erdogan's visit to Athens, Mitsotakis asked him - within the framework of Greek hospitality, of course - what they would serve him, and the Turkish President responded, "a small glass of ouzo and a piece of halloumi from the dead zone, thank you."...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/astrobank-residential-and-agricultural-properties-for-sale
AstroBank is selling residential and agricultural properties in all districts of Cyprus. The Bank's listings include houses and apartments, office space, land, and commercial buildings. The available properties are located in urban and rural areas, providing prospective buyers with a wide range of choice to find the one that best meets their needs....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/land-sales-to-foreigners-restricted-in-occupied-territories
Dursun Oguz, the interior minister, announced new restrictions on land sales to foreigners in the occupied territories during his visit to Ankara....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/eac-invites-bids-for-renewable-energy-land-lease
The Cyprus Electricity Authority (EAC) has announced a tender for the long-term land lease for the development of Renewable Energy Sources (RES) projects....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/the-dead-zone
Last August, when we discussed the Pyla crisis, the incidents in the "border states," and the aftermath of the peacekeepers' beating in the buffer zone by Turks, the perception was that the government handled the situation proactively and was diplomatically prepared. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/apoel-seeks-investors-amidst-financial-challenges
In a recent development brought to light by 24sports, the revelation that a Cypriot team is on the market through Mergerscorp has ignited discussions across the internet. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-on-edge-as-unficyp-peacekeepers-attacked-in-buffer-zone
Four months ago, in late August, UNFICYP peacekeepers faced a violent attack within the buffer zone in Pyla by a group of Turkish Cypriots....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-takes-measures-as-status-quo-violation-escalates-in-agios-dometios
What began last Monday, inside the buffer zone in Agios Dometios with the installation of a camera in an abandoned house, continued on Wednesday with the presence of Turkish military forces....