MIGRATION EU citizenship numbers rise overall, with Syrians, Moroccans, and Albanians leading new citizens. File photo Cyprus naturalisation rate falls in 2024 despite EU-wide increase Newsroom Cyprus saw a decline in the pace at which foreign residents became citizens in 2024, based on newly released figures from Eurostat. READ MORE
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Russia renews surrender deadline at Azovstal Azov fighters claim unarmed civilians also holding out, locals dismiss claim pointing to ‘fake video’ Newsroom 20/04/2022 | NEWS
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Nicosia drops hint at ferry link this summer Cyprus’ shipping minister expects successful bidder will offer cheap fares to Greece starting in late June Newsroom 19/04/2022 | NEWS
