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61. Transport Ministry inaugurates new motorway that will ease traffic

According to Kathimerini's Dorita Yiannakou, Cyprus marked a milestone in its transportation network Tuesday with the inauguration of the Nicosia peripheral motorway’s first phase, a project intended to ease congestion, enhance safety, and facilitate trade across the island....

62. Cyprus becomes a key player in U.S. military strategy

Cyprus is working to strengthen its military cooperation with the United States, particularly following recent discussions between President Nicos Christodoulides and President Joe Biden....

63. Extra 500 troops deployed to Spain amid ongoing search for flood victims

Spain intensified efforts on Friday to locate dozens still missing after deadly floods claimed 158 lives, with hopes of finding survivors dimming as rescue crews entered a third day of searching....

64. Over 150 dead, many still missing in Spain's deadliest floods in decades

Spain is reeling from its deadliest flood disaster in decades, with at least 158 confirmed dead after devastating rains and flash floods tore through communities. ...

65. Cyprus strengthens military ties in Crete with key partners in MEDUSA-13/2024

The multinational aeronautical exercise "MEDUSA-13/2024" took place in the maritime area of Crete from 11 to 20 October 2024, with the participation of aeronautical assets and Special Operations Units from Cyprus, Greece, Egypt, France and Saudi Arabia....

66. Cyprus' infrastructure shines as MED9 Summit boosts tourism

67. MED9 Summit in Cyprus pushes for humanitarian aid to Gaza

At a time when the war crisis in the Middle East is intensifying, raising global concerns, the 11th summit of southern European leaders in Cyprus provided a platform for the EU to address criticism of its inaction on calls for a ceasefire. ...

68. Cyprus hosts European Commission President for MED9 Summit

President Nicos Christodoulides of the Republic of Cyprus welcomed Ursula von der Leyen, the President of the European Commission, ...

69. Caught between a rock and a hard place

According to Kathimerini's Manolis Kostidis, Turkey is navigating a tense situation following Iran's recent missile strikes on Israel....

70. Iris the sea crow sets record with 500-kilometer journey across Cyprus

In a surprising and unprecedented journey, Iris, a young Sea Crow fitted with a satellite transmitter in February, has stunned researchers by covering nearly 500 kilometers across Cyprus in just three days....

71. Cyprus’ luxury resort tied to Russia’s $230M Magnitsky scandal

Cypriot police are close to completing an investigation into allegations connecting a luxury resort to one of Russia’s biggest financial scandals, the Magnitsky case, according to police officials....

72. UK deploys 700 troops to Cyprus for potential Lebanon evacuation

The UK government has announced plans to deploy 700 troops to Cyprus in preparation for a potential evacuation of British nationals from Lebanon, amid escalating violence between Israel and Hezbollah. ...

73. EUNOMIA 5-2024: Cyprus, Greece, Italy, and France join forces

With the aim of improving the mutual understanding and interoperability between the Cyprus National Guard, the Greek, Italian and French Armed Forces, the "EUNOMIA 5-2024" Aeronautical Exercise, which took place from 12 to 18 September 2024, was completed....

74. Groups call for sanctions and boycott of Israel during Nicosia protest

A protest took place Wednesday morning outside the "Doing Business with Israel" conference, organized by Invest Cyprus in Nicosia....

75. Will the Great Sea Interconnector become another failed project?

The Cyprus-Greece electrical interconnection, known as the Great Sea Interconnector, has highlighted the challenges of publicly discussing such a significant project....

76. Cyprus faces critical challenges in key energy projects

Cyprus is grappling with pivotal energy projects at a crucial juncture. ...

77. ''Blue Homeland'' doctrine now taught in Turkish schools

Turkish school textbooks now include explicit references to the "Blue Homeland" doctrine, though the maps traditionally used to define its geographic boundaries have been removed....

78. Shipping Minister champions new maritime training facilities at Chios Academy

The qualitative upgrading of maritime education is of primary importance, Deputy Minister of Shipping Marina Hatzimanolis has said recently in Greece......

79. Cyprus-Crete electricity interconnection agreement nears completion

Discussions among the parties involved in the Cyprus-Crete electricity interconnection project appear to be advancing following a recent presidential meeting....

80. Israel sees Cyprus-Greece power link as key to regional security

Israel has placed high importance on the electrical interconnection project that will link its electricity grid with Cyprus and Greece, calling it a "top priority," Israeli Energy and Infrastructure Minister Eli Cohen announced....

81. EUNOMIA 5 aeronautical exercise begins today

The aeronautical exercise "EUNOMIA" kicked off on Thursday for its fifth consecutive year, involving Greece, Cyprus, Italy, and France as part of the Quadrilateral Cooperation (QUAD). ...

82. Cyprus police intercept migrant boat en route to Italy

A group of migrants attempting to cross from Cyprus to Italy was intercepted by authorities in the early hours of Monday morning off the coast of Akrotiri, according to Cypriot police....

83. Cyprus warns of severe water shortages due to climate change

Cyprus is sounding the alarm about the growing threat of water shortages in the Mediterranean region due to climate change. At a major meeting on Tuesday, Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou stressed that the country is a prime example of how serious the problem has become....

84. 30 Years of Excellence: Celebrating Coral Beach Hotel & Resort's Milestone Anniversary

Coral Beach Hotel & Resort, part of the esteemed Leptos Calypso Hotels, is poised to celebrate its 30th anniversary with a grand event on September 18th, 2024,...

85. Wizz Air launches one-of-a-kind ''All you can fly'' membership

Wizz Air, Europe’s most sustainable airline globally1, has announced the launch of its “All You Can Fly” membership, providing an extensive number of flights across 12 months for €599, to more than 800 destinations....

86. Turkey expands oil and gas drilling in the Black Sea

Athens is closely monitoring Turkey’s expansion of its hydrocarbon exploration and extraction capabilities in various maritime areas. ...

87. Five Turkish warships stir tensions in Greek waters

In recent days, Turkey has deployed up to five warships near the maritime boundary between Kasos and Karapathos islands, just outside Greek territorial waters....

88. Historic Artemis statue found at Kourion site

A marble statue of Apollo’s twin sister Artemis dated to the fourth century CE was found during the 2024 final excavation season of the Kourion Urban Space Project....

89. Cyprus and Greece commit to Eastern Med security

Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas stressed the joint commitment of Cyprus and Greece to make every possible effort to maintain peace, security, stability and cooperation in the Eastern Mediterranean......

90. Accurate dating of Kyrenia shipwreck confirmed

Using various lines of evidence researchers have determined that the Kyrenia shipwreck had been constructed between about 345-313 BC and sank between about 286-272 BC......