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1. Germany’s secret plan to push back on U.S. pressure, next time

Germany is quietly plotting a new playbook for dealing with the U.S., mapping out where Europe might push back if tensions flare again....

2. ''If Cyprus needs us, we will be there,'' says Germany

Germany has assured Cyprus that it will stand ready to help if needed, as regional tensions in the Middle East ripple into the Eastern Mediterranean....

3. Alleged Hamas member arrested in Cyprus

Cypriot authorities have arrested a man allegedly linked to the Palestinian group Hamas, who is wanted in Germany for supplying weapons and ammunition for attacks on Israeli or Jewish targets, German federal prosecutors said....

4. Cyprus: A geopolitical hub in a shifting power landscape

After the October 7 massacre, the brutal Hamas attack and Israel’s long, largely disproportionate counteroffensive in Gaza, Cyprus had an unexpected opportunity: to send a message to the international community that went beyond the usual lens of the “Cyprus problem” and to emerge as a rare “Western anchor” in a volatile region. ...

5. Flights returning to normal at Cyprus airports as major airlines resume operations

Air travel to and from Cyprus is gradually returning to normal following several days of disruptions caused by developments in the Middle East....

6. UNIC recognized among the PRME Champions Cohort for 2026-2027

The University of Nicosia is proud to announce its selection as a PRME Champion for the 2026-2027 cohort, joining a distinguished global group of 50 PRME Signatory Members recognized for exemplary commitment to advancing responsible management education and accelerating institutional transformation aligned with the Seven Principles of PRME....

7. U.S.-Europe: Trapped in a ''loveless marriage''

After 13 months of Trump 2.0, after Greenland, the suffocating pressure on Kyiv and the flirtations with Putin, the tariffs and sanctions against Europeans defending the EU’s digital sovereignty, the verdict could be even harsher....

8. Checkmate in Cyprus: The World’s Chess Elite Descend on Paphos

In spring 2026, the world's chess elite will gather on the west coast of Cyprus. From 28 March to 16 April, the Cap St Georges Hotel resort near Paphos will host the men's and women's Candidates Tournaments. ...

9. Can Europe break free from the U.S.? Leaders clash over economy game plan

Can Europe become more economically competitive and less reliant on the United States? That’s the central question facing European leaders gathering today at Alden Biesen Castle in Belgium’s Flemish region, at the invitation of European Council President Antonio Costa....

10. Von der Leyen: ''Made in Europe'' is necessary, but not a blank cheque

The President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, defended the strategy of “European preference” (“Made in Europe”) before the plenary session of the European Parliament, stressing that strengthening Europe’s industrial base is a crucial tool for boosting the Union’s competitiveness....

11. German Ambassador hosts closing dinner for visiting delegation

A visiting delegation from the German Parliament’s Committee on EU Affairs wrapped up its stay in Cyprus on Thursday night with a dinner hosted by German Ambassador Hans-Peter Jugel and his wife, Michaela Jugel, at their residence in Nicosia. ...

12. From money haircuts to power haircuts

What has stayed with me most from Cyprus’ first term holding the Presidency of the EU Council, back in 2012, is the issuance of the Council Conclusions, the unanimous decisions that called for approval of the infamous EU directive on “banking resolution and recovery.” ...

13. Cypriot film ''Hold Onto Me'' makes Sundance history

A Cypriot film is heading to the glittering slopes of Utah’s Sundance Film Festival, marking a historic moment for the island’s cinema....

14. EU enlargement crisis now becomes Cyprus’ problem

According to information obtained by ''K,'' Berlin has raised the issue of possible ''economic consequences'' for Budapest following Hungary’s decision to block the EU Council Conclusions on Enlargement at the General Affairs Council (GAC) meeting on December 16....

15. Germany pours €50 billion into new weapons and defenses

Germany is pouring an eye-watering €50 billion into new weapons, missile defenses, and combat vehicles, a move that underscores how sharply Europe’s biggest economy is rearming and how little patience there is left for delays....

16. Cyprus pushes for EEZ talks with Turkey following Lebanon agreement

President Nikos Christodoulides called on Ankara on Thursday to engage directly with the Republic of Cyprus in talks to define their maritime boundaries....

17. Christodoulides welcomed with military honors in Berlin

Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides received full military honors in Berlin on Friday, where German Chancellor Friedrich Merz welcomed him to the Chancellery for a round of high-level discussions on European and regional matters....

18. NBA plans Europe league with 10–12 cities, could include Greece

The NBA is moving closer to launching a European league within the next two years, league officials said Tuesday, with franchise fees expected to range between $500 million and $1 billion....

19. France does not reform

France is a country that does not reform, at least not without blood and plenty of protest. Its history proves this. In fact, it is from France that we ourselves imported large doses of the culture of questioning and dissent....

20. Excavations at Erimi Pamboula reveal houses, tools and pottery from the Chalcolithic era

Excavations at a prehistoric settlement in Erimi Pamboula have revealed evidence of human activity dating to the early third millennium B.C....

21. Claudia Cardinale, iconic Italian actress of the 1960s, dies at 87

Claudia Cardinale, the Italian screen legend whose smoky voice and striking presence made her one of Europe’s most unforgettable actresses of the 1960s, has died at 87....

22. Karolina Pelendritou wins silver in 50m freestyle at World Para Swimming Championships (VIDEO)

Cypriot swimmer Karolina Pelendritou claimed silver in the women’s 50-meter freestyle S11 final at the World Para Swimming Championships on Sunday....

23. Jordi van den Bussche at the Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit 2025

24. A Nobel Peace Prize for Donald Trump?

Donald Trump should be given the Nobel Peace Prize - but not quite yet....

25. Antoniou earns top-six spot for Cyprus at World University Games

University swimmer Kalia Antoniou capped off a demanding week with a standout performance at the World University Games, placing sixth in the 100-meter freestyle final with a time of 54.83 seconds....

26. Global anti-trafficking operation identifies 1,194 victims, arrests 158 suspects

A sweeping international crackdown on human trafficking has resulted in the identification of 1,194 potential victims and the arrest of 158 suspects, INTERPOL announced Friday....

27. United Street Festival brings music, art and summer vibes to the heart of Nicosia

The city’s main square is coming alive this week as the United Street Festival returns for its second edition, turning Eleftheria Square into a buzzing hub of music, art, food, and creative energy....

28. Beats beyond borders: How Cyprus’ DJs are uniting a divided capital

Cyprus has been divided for more than half a century, with its capital, Nicosia, split down the middle. But while politicians continue to stumble on the path to reunification, a new generation of DJs and music lovers is quietly achieving what decades of diplomacy have not: bringing the island’s two communities together, one party at a time. ...

29. George Pechlivanoglou, George Petrou, and George Tziortzis to Speak at Green Agenda Cyprus Summit

This year’s Sustainable Development Conference will focus on supporting and advancing the national strategy for a Green Transition....

30. ''Who are we, really?'' Goethe-Institut launches provocative film series

The Goethe-Institut Cyprus is kicking off a thought-provoking new film and discussion series titled “GoetheKino: Matters of Identity”, beginning Wednesday, April 30, 2025....