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481. Larnaca's renaissance as the island's boutique oasis

In a recent article by Kathimerini journalist Maria Eracleous, the spotlight is on Larnaca's burgeoning tourism sector, with a particular focus on the Accor Group's inaugural venture in the city....

482. Britain under fire as Russia steps up for Cyprus peace talks

Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova referred on Wednesday to the 65th anniversary of the Zurich-London Agreements......

483. Russian gunmen storm party in Limassol, injure two

Gunmen stormed a private establishment in Limassol, Cyprus, resembling scenes from a movie, according to police reports Wednesday night....

484. Nicosia police pursue allegations of human trafficking

Yesterday, a new case of human trafficking for the purpose of labor exploitation was referred to the Nicosia Criminal Court....

485. Cyprus to welcome Slovenian House Speaker on three-day visit

Speaker of the National Assembly of the Republic of Slovenia Urška Klakočar Zupančič pays an official three-day visit to Cyprus (28/2-1/3) following the invitation of the President of the House of Representatives of the Republic of Cyprus, Annita Demetriou....

486. Fodder for the beasts

Last week, Nicos Anastasiades demanded through his lawyer the withdrawal of the books of Makarios Drousiotis, an apology and compensation....

487. More and more British kids abducted to Occupied Cyprus

The past year has seen a worrying increase in parental abductions involving British children, with more than 500 minors taken from the UK....

488. European Parliament honors Navalny amidst food inflation

The European Parliament will commemorate the life of Russian activist Alexei Navalny, featuring an address by his wife, Yulia Navalnaya, in its plenary session this week in Strasbourg......

489. Asylum appeals in Cyprus skyrocket to 472%

A dramatic increase of 472% in appeals before the Administrative Court of International Protection by asylum seekers and foreigners has been reported between 2020 and 2023,...

490. Leaked documents reveal extent of China's hacking operations

A significant data breach has exposed over 570 files and documents related to Chinese hacking activities, shedding light on the scale and effectiveness of China's cyber espionage operations....

491. Investment thresholds in golden visa program under review

Reports circulating in the market in recent days regarding the Golden Visa program suggest that the government intends to establish three different investment thresholds, depending on the area where the property in question is located....

492. Cyprus firm on expanding Russia sanctions

During the discussion at the European Union's Foreign Affairs Council (FAC) held in Brussels on Monday, Cyprus took a clear stance on the issue of EU sanctions against Russia for its invasion of Ukraine, which marks two years in two days. ...

493. Greek farmers descend on Athens protesting economic hardships

In a demonstration mirroring concerns across Europe, Greek farmers drove tractors into Athens on Tuesday to protest outside parliament, citing issues with rising energy costs, foreign competition, and recent flooding. ...

494. A tale of two nations, Greece's stability amidst America's unraveling

It’s a strange thing: Greece has become a relatively predictable, politically stable country. I wouldn’t say boring, because we still have a long way to go. At the same time, the United States is no longer the predictable, stable country we used to know....

495. EY Cyprus welcomes two new partners to power growth

EY Cyprus is pleased to announce that its leadership team has been strengthened with the addition of two new partners....

496. Minister Kombos to support 13th Russian sanctions package

Cyprus supports the 13th package of sanctions against Russia, Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos said during the Foreign Affairs Council in Brussels on Monday....

497. Philippines accuses China of dumping cyanide into disputed Scarborough Shoal

The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources in the Philippines has accused Chinese fishing vessels of utilizing cyanide to harm the Scarborough Shoal, a contested atoll in the South China Sea, according to a report in Business Insider....

498. Cyprus and Greece report lowest EU foreign investment

Eurostat's latest data sheds light on the intricate dynamics of foreign involvement in the European Union's economy. ...

499. Netanyahu's party divided over US-Arab peace initiative for Gaza

Reports of a joint US-Arab peace plan for Gaza, including a "tight timeline" for establishing a Palestinian state, have stirred strong reactions among Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's far-right allies. ...

500. British MPs push 'Free Occupied Cyprus' campaign

The intricate semiotics behind the synchronized messages conveyed by British MPs during their visit to the Occupied Territories, coinciding with a British tabloid's reference to Varosha in connection with King Charles......

501. Russian tourists warned against Turkish-occupied Cyprus trips

Vice-President of the Alliance of Tourist Agents of Russia, Aleksan Mkrtchyan, has warned Russian tourists to avoid trips to Turkish occupied Cyprus....

502. FT: Estonia PM on Russia's wanted list

503. Cyprus' EU-Turkey relations: What comes next?

Cyprus stands firm in its commitment to engage with Turkey within the European Union framework. However, it seeks to steer this engagement strategically to align with its national interests....

504. Become an ambassador for a day!

In its third consecutive year, EU female-led foreign missions in Cyprus present a distinctive opportunity for women to work alongside a female diplomat for a day....

505. Palestinian Foreign Minister to visit Cyprus for key diplomatic talks

Palestinian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Riad Malki, will pay a working visit to Cyprus on Wednesday at the invitation of Cypriot Minister of Foreign Affairs, Constantinos Kombos....

506. US Senate approves $95.3B aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan

The Senate approved a $95.3 billion aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan early Tuesday, overcoming resistance from a group of Republicans who argued that the U.S. should prioritize domestic issues. The vote, passing 70-29, came after a night of debate....

507. Cyprus to roll out 10-second euro transfers across banks

Over the next 18 months, Cyprus is poised to revolutionize money transfers, promising seamless transactions within 10 seconds from bank to bank....

508. UN-led efforts prompt Britain's Cyprus diplomatic push

Amid the political tremors sparked in Nicosia by Irphan Siddiq's interview with "K" magazine, Britain ventures into the Cyprus conundrum by assembling a robust diplomatic unit at the Foreign Office....

509. German President Steinmeier welcomed by President Christodoulides

In a landmark diplomatic encounter, President Nikos Christodoulides warmly welcomed German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier today at the Presidential Palace, marking the first official visit by a German head of state to the Republic of Cyprus....

510. Hamas condemns Israeli strikes, two hostages freed in Rafah operation

At least 37 Palestinians lost their lives in Israeli airstrikes targeting the southern city of Rafah, Gaza health officials reported Tuesday....