https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/more-interest-rate-hikes-on-the-way-hitting-cypriot-borrowers-again
The last time the European Central Bank (ECB) raised interest rates was on September 20, 2023. But all signs suggest that another increase could be coming as early as next week....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/diplomatica/cyprus-and-qatar-share-the-same-goal-stability
Diplomats are often judged not only by the positions they represent but also by their willingness to engage with the people and communities around them. Since arriving in Cyprus for his first posting on the island, Qatar’s ambassador, H.E. Yousef Sultan Laram, has made a noticeable effort to do just that, building connections, participating in some community events, and remaining accessible whenever possible.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/good-news-for-tourism-uk-and-us-ease-travel-advisories-for-cyprus
The summer season is getting off to an encouraging start for Cyprus' tourism industry, which has faced growing uncertainty in recent months due to the crisis and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/diplomatica/cyprus-loses-close-vote-for-un-general-assembly-presidency
Cyprus was narrowly defeated in its bid to lead the United Nations General Assembly after Bangladesh’s Foreign Minister, Khalilur Rahman, secured the presidency of the body's 81st session in a closely fought election on Tuesday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-puts-cyprus-back-in-safest-travel-category
The United States has lowered its travel advisory for Cyprus to Level 1, the lowest risk category in its travel warning system, marking a return to normal after months of heightened concern linked to regional instability in the Middle East.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-missile-strike-disables-cargo-ship-attempting-to-breach-iran-blockade
The United States military says it has taken action against a merchant vessel that attempted to enter an Iranian port despite restrictions imposed under Washington's maritime blockade....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/provocative-salaries-pensions-and-payouts-for-mps
One issue that has come back into focus is the generous pension package, lump-sum payments, and salaries enjoyed by members of the House of Representatives. Unsurprisingly, no MP has ever stepped forward to defend them....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/diplomatica/hong-kong-drama-‘afterpiece-to-open-shanghai-international-film-festival
The Hong Kong drama 'Afterpiece', produced by Derek Yee and directed by debut filmmaker Keane T.K. Wong, will have its world premiere as the opening film of the 28th Shanghai International Film Festival, set to run from June 12 to 21....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/judge-recuses-himself-ahead-of-high-profile-trial
A high-profile rape trial involving the suspended mayor of Paphos was briefly delayed on Tuesday before it even began, after the presiding judge asked to withdraw from the case due to potential conflict of interest concerns....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/european-parliament-calls-for-turkish-troop-withdrawal-from-cyprus
The European Parliament has approved a recommendation calling for the withdrawal of Turkish troops from Cyprus and the restart of negotiations on the Cyprus issue under a bizonal, bicommunal federation framework with political equality, in line with United Nations resolutions....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/athens-warns-kyiv-over-ukrainian-naval-drones-operating-near-greek-waters
Athens is sending a message to Kyiv that, following the detection and identification of a Ukrainian naval drone off Lefkada, Ukraine should withdraw any drones that remain undetected and operating far from Greek shores....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/prudently-sparingly
The fact that the Cypriot economy is showing growth does not mean the government should be handing out money freely to everyone....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/forest-firefighters-say-dangerous-policy-failures-are-putting-lives-and-forests-at-risk
Cyprus’ forest firefighters will stage a 48-hour strike on May 25-26, accusing the Forestry Department of ignoring agreements designed to protect both firefighters and forests during wildfire operations....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/give-peace-a-chance
In 2015, during his presidential campaign, Donald Trump said of the foreign policy he intended to pursue that “there’s something unpredictable about Trump, and that’s wonderful.” He was obviously referring to himself in the third person and suggesting that leaders should never reveal what they are about to do....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/diplomatica/russian-victory-day-events-held-across-cyprus
Commemorative events marking the 81st anniversary of Victory Day took place across Cyprus on May 9, with ceremonies, marches and concerts organised in several cities....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-authorities-on-alert-after-explosive-packed-sea-drone-found-off-lefkada
Greek authorities are investigating a potentially serious security incident after a naval drone discovered off the island of Lefkada was reportedly found carrying possible explosive material, according to Greek media reports and security sources....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cia-doubts-iran-is-close-to-collapse-despite-trump-claims-war-may-soon-end
A classified CIA assessment delivered to the US government this week has concluded that Iran could withstand a US naval blockade for at least three to four months before facing more serious economic strain, according to multiple US officials cited by The Washington Post....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/airlines-slash-millions-of-seats-as-fuel-fears-shake-global-travel
Airlines around the world are cutting flights, shrinking schedules, and scrambling to save fuel as growing concerns over global fuel supplies begin to hit the aviation industry.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eastern-mediterranean-tensions-ease-as-warships-begin-leaving-region
The de-escalation seen in recent weeks in the conflict involving Iran is also leaving its mark on the eastern Mediterranean, with a noticeable reduction in the naval presence in the region....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/europe-debates-energy-aid-as-families-fear-new-spike-in-bills
As tensions linked to the conflict in Iran continue to shake global energy markets, European finance ministers gathered in Brussels on Monday facing a question many Cypriots already know too well: how do you help people cope with rising costs without blowing a hole in state finances?...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/supreme-court-rejects-polish-investor-s-appeal-over-2013-bank-haircut-losses
Cyprus’ Supreme Court has rejected an appeal by a Polish woman who sought compensation from the Republic of Cyprus over losses she suffered during the 2013 banking crisis, bringing a long-running legal fight over deposit “haircuts” to a close....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/property-sales-surprise-in-march-despite-regional-tensions
Cyprus’ property market delivered an unexpected boost in March, defying concerns that regional conflict would drag demand down....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-economy-still-growing-but-cracks-may-be-starting-to-show
Cyprus’ economy continues to show steady growth, underlining its flexibility and resilience in the face of external shocks such as the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war and recent conflicts in the Middle East....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-quietly-shifts-its-defense-west
When President Christodoulides announced last week on X that the first Cypriot candidate had been accepted into the U.S. Naval Academy, the news may have looked like a simple milestone. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/airfares-set-to-surge-this-summer-as-united-hikes-prices-and-lufthansa-slashes-flights
If you’re planning a summer getaway, brace yourself; flying is about to get more expensive and a lot less predictable....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/€3-4-million-in-assets-frozen-for-former-cyprus-football-chief-amid-criminal-case
Authorities in Cyprus have frozen assets worth €3.4 million belonging to former Cyprus Football Federation president George Koumas, as a criminal case against him moves forward....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/search-for-missing-persons-in-cyprus-advances-with-new-excavations-and-dna-efforts
Efforts to locate and identify people who disappeared during Cyprus’ past conflicts are continuing across several areas of the island, with new excavation activity reported in both the occupied and government-controlled areas....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-taxpayers-fund-upgrades-to-cyprus-military-bases
US taxpayer money is being funneled into upgrading key military bases in Cyprus in a move that strengthens the island’s growing role as a safe haven and humanitarian hub in the eastern Mediterranean....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-pledges-€850-000-in-humanitarian-aid-for-sudan-crisis
Cyprus has announced a commitment of at least €850,000 in humanitarian assistance for Sudan and neighbouring countries in 2026, following its participation in the Third International Sudan Conference in Berlin....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/eu-rejects-claims-of-imminent-jet-fuel-shortage-across-europe
European officials have pushed back against claims that aviation fuel supplies across the EU could run out within six weeks, calling such reports misleading....
