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1921. Cyprus and Egypt presidents to meet in Cairo

President Nikos Christodoulides of Cyprus engaged in a significant diplomatic endeavor on Tuesday, as he met with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi in Cairo....

1922. Protecting citizens' information in Cyprus under scrutiny

The water leak at the Ministry of Finance in Cyprus has exposed broader issues in the country's digital services, raising concerns about both physical infrastructure protection and the safeguarding of citizens' data....

1923. Questions arise over €18.5M purchase for Foreign Ministry relocation

Members of the Finance Committee in the Parliament have raised questions about the proposed release of 18.5 million euros for the purchase of the former Laiki Bank building in Nicosia, intended as the temporary relocation site for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. ...

1924. FBI joins forces with Cyprus police to investigate sanctions violations

The US experts tasked with scrutinizing the revelations in the Cyprus Confidential write-up regarding violations of sanctions against Russia have been in Cyprus since Sunday, December 3....

1925. President Christodoulides affirms commitment to US relations

President of the Republic Nikos Christodoulides has said there is political will from both Cyprus and the US to further strengthen their relations....

1926. Israeli polls reflect growing criticism of Netanyahu

80% of Israelis believe that the current Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, bears a share of the responsibility for the security gaps that ''allowed'' the deadly attacks of October 7, according to a poll published in the newspaper Maariv....

1927. Low paid government workers demand higher pay

The ''Equality'' guild staged a rally outside the Presidential Palace on Monday, followed by a protest march to the Ministry of Finance, highlighting concerns over low-paid public sector workers....

1928. Cyprus and Chevron Strike Deal for Aphrodite Gas Field Development

The Cyprus government and Chevron, the U.S. energy company, have successfully concluded negotiations on the development of the Aphrodite gas field, marking a significant breakthrough, according to a report in the Associated Press. ...

1929. Government to appeal Limassol court granting compensation for Laiki Bank depositors

In a significant legal development, the Attorney General of the Republic of Cyprus is set to file an appeal against the recent decision of the Limassol District Court....

1930. AMVER Awards – Saving Lives at Sea

The U.S. Embassy in Nicosia and the Cyprus Shipping Chamber (CSC), in cooperation also with the Cyprus Marine Environment Protection Association (CYMEPA) and the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), co-organized a ceremony in Limassol on November 30 to recognize shipping companies participating in the U.S. Coast Guard's AMVER program....

1931. IDF strikes Gaza targets after ceasefire breach by Hamas

Israel's military swiftly resumed operations in Gaza, accusing Hamas of violating the seven-day truce....

1932. 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....

1933. FBI takes center stage in ''Cyprus Confidential'' investigation

In a significant development, a specialized FBI team is set to land in Cyprus shortly, marking a collaboration with local authorities in investigating Cyprus Confidential....

1934. Anastasiades under investigation for alleged firearm ownership abuses

In a surprising turn of events, former President Nicos Anastasiades is facing scrutiny over the possession of two firearms that allegedly belong to the Republic of Cyprus....

1935. Denmark declares epidemic as mycoplasma pneumoniae surges

Danish health officials have officially declared an epidemic due to a surge in cases caused by Mycoplasma pneumoniae, the same bacteria linked to a recent outbreak in China. ...

1936. Renewable energy hits 17.2%, eyes soaring heights in 2023

The share of energy consumption from renewable energy resources (RES) in 2022 has reached 17.2% in Cyprus and is expected to increase further in 2023 and in the following years, according to the annual report of the Cyprus Energy Regulatory Authority (CERA) for 2022 presented on Wednesday to the President of the Republic Nikos Christodoulides....

1937. Cyprus-U.S. relations soar to historic highs as President pledges economic cooperation

President Nikos Christodoulides emphasized the government's commitment to strengthening economic ties, trade, and investment with the United States during the AmCHAM Cyprus Thanksgiving Gala Dinner in Nicosia. ...

1938. Humanitarian aid to Gaza ready to be shipped

The initial consignment of humanitarian assistance destined for the civilian population in Gaza has reached Cyprus, facilitated through the established sea corridor initiated by the Republic of Cyprus, as confirmed by a government official to CNA....

1939. Developer's double plea amidst partially frozen road project in Akamas

None of those who attended the meeting of the Environment Committee left any wiser about what is happening in the projects that have been carried out in recent months for the first phase of improvement of part of the road network of the Akamas National Forest Park....

1940. 18 linked to Pournara events deported, 11 in line for expulsion

1941. Cabinet announces streamlined school enrollments and support for parochial education

The Education Minister, Athena Michaelidou, shared today that the Cabinet has made an important decision to simplify the enrollment and transfers of children from schools abroad to schools in Cyprus....

1942. France's controversial anti-smoking campaign sparks debate

France is set to intensify its battle against smoking, with Health Minister Aurelien Rousseau announcing a comprehensive anti-smoking program....

1943. How artificial intelligence is changing Cyprus

The 8th Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum, focusing on ''AI & Business: creating value, minimizing risks,'' held at the University of Cyprus on Tuesday (28/11), delved into the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on business. ...

1944. 'Hands off my tahinopita!'

The Auditor-General hinted at the President's earnings during his tenure as Government Spokesperson, prompting Victor Papadopoulos to respond that everything was known and legal....

1945. Cyprus allocates 65M euros for diverse tourism initiatives in 2024

The National Tourism Strategy's update has recently concluded, announced by Deputy Minister Kostas Koumis, known as "K." This undertaking commenced shortly after his assumption of office in March 2023, with an initial target to finalize it by the year's end. ...

1946. Electricity bills to drop by 12% starting November 1

In a recent announcement, consumers in Cyprus can expect a 12% reduction in their electricity bills starting November 1. ...

1947. Government achieves historic 50% drop in asylum applications

There is a 50% reduction in the period March-October 2023 in new asylum applications compared to the 2022 corresponding period, the Interior Ministry said on Tuesday, noting at the same time that for the first time, the overall balance of arrivals-returns presents a positive picture, and Cyprus is now ranking in the first places among European states in absolute numbers of returns....

1948. Fiscal Council cautions on 2024 economic risks despite optimism

Recently, the Cyprus Fiscal Council took a close look at how our economy is doing. They gave us some important info based on their study....

1949. Agios Dometios buffer zone crisis sparks secret Presidential decisions

Decisions to be implemented if buffer zone situation not restored says President. ...

1950. Cyprus prepares for arrival of first foreign humanitarian aid for Gaza

In the coming days, Cyprus anticipates the arrival of the initial batch of foreign humanitarian aid destined for Gaza, according to Deputy Government Spokesman Yiannis Antoniou. ...