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961. Ferreira commits EU support to Pyla deal implementation

The European Commission will support the implementation of the agreement reached on Pyla, Commissioner for Cohesion and Reforms Elisa Ferreira said, welcoming the agreement....

962. Families reveal painful ordeal amid Israel's war

Amid the devastating war in Israel, relatives of hostages have had to learn of their kidnappings through frantic, whispered phone calls and videos posted to social media....

963. A Cyprus Airways aircraft scheduled to operate flight CY381 was delayed as a precautionary measure due to technical reasons

A Cyprus Airways aircraft scheduled to operate flight CY381 from Charles De Gaulle, (CDG) Paris, France yesterday (Monday, October 2nd) was delayed as a precautionary measure due to technical reasons....

964. Israeli Military unearths 1,500 Hamas militant bodies

Israel’s military said about 1,500 bodies of Hamas militants were found in Israeli territory as, as it said it had largely gained control in the country’s south and “restored full control” over the border on the fourth day of fighting following an unprecedented surprise attack....

965. Pyla buffer zone free of military presence

An agreement reached on Monday morning in relation to the issue of the buffer zone in the area of Pyla would ensure the status of the buffer zone and the non-presence of military and “police” forces of the occupying authorities, diplomatic sources told CNA, describing the development as “a very big” confidence building measure (CBM)....

966. President vows to improve shipping registry

The President of the Republic of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, reaffirmed the government’s dedication to enhancing the services provided by the Cypriot Shipping Registry, while addressing on Monday evening a dinner hosted at the Presidential Palace on the occasion of the "Cyprus Shipping 2023" International Conference....

967. Russia urges two-state solution for Israel-Palestine peace

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov emphasized on Monday that a two-state solution, aimed at facilitating peaceful coexistence between Israel and the Palestinians, remains the sole viable path once hostilities subside....

968. Cyprus issues travel advisory for Israel

Cyprus, through its Ministry of Foreign Affairs, issued a travel advisory on Sunday, urging its citizens to avoid all non-essential travel to Israel, Gaza, and certain areas in the West Bank, including Nablus and Jenin, which also encompasses East Jerusalem. ...

969. Showers and thunderstorms expected

Cyprus is preparing for isolated showers and the possibility of thunderstorms on Monday (09/10), primarily in the northern regions, mountainous areas, and the interior, according to the latest forecast from the Meteorological Service....

970. Shift in conditions expected over the weekend

The weather forecast indicates changes in the coming days. Today, it will mainly be sunny, with some increased cloud cover in the afternoon over mountainous regions....

971. Israeli Minister's prayerful visit to Riyadh signals thawing ties with Saudi Arabia

As a sign of movement on the road to peace with Saudi Arabia, Israeli Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi read from a Torah Scroll and prayed the morning service at his hotel in Riyadh together with others in his 14-member delegation....

972. Former President's startling revelation about food

In April 2022, former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev, now deputy head of Russia’s Security Council, said on his Telegram channel: “Our food is our silent weapon. Silent — but formidable."...

973. Greek ports stand ready to secure global south's grain supply

Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis addressed the EU Foreign Ministers' meeting in Kyiv, stressing the significant consequences resulting from the breakdown of an agreement with Russia concerning the secure export of Ukrainian grain via the Black Sea. This development is particularly critical for the supply of countries in the global south....

974. Avgoustides becomes Cyprus Ambassador in Athens

Ambassador Stavros Avgoustides has assumed his duties as the new Ambassador of the Republic of Cyprus in Athens, replacing Dr. Kyriakos Kenevezos....

975. Finance Ministry's new measures for the vulnerable in the works

The Finance Ministry is considering new measures to support particularly the vulnerable groups of society amid the continuing pressures from high prices and inflation, Makis Keravnos Minister of Finance said on Monday, adding the measures were in the pipeline irrespective of the rating upgrades by Moody’s and DBRS Morningstar....

976. PKK attack sparks Turkey's cleanup efforts

The PKK has claimed responsibility for Sunday morning's terrorist attack outside Turkey's Interior Ministry in Ankara, resulting in the deaths of two assailants and injuries to two police officers. ...

977. Torrential downpour hits Nicosia-Limassol highway

On Monday afternoon (2/10), an unexpected heavy shower swept across Cyprus, with torrential rain drenching the city of Nicosia. The downpour resulted in significant water accumulation, particularly along the Nicosia-Limassol motorway, ...

978. New Deputy Gov't spokesman embraces role's demands, including long hours

Yiannis Antoniou, the newly appointed deputy government spokesman, assured that there would be no question of overtime in his role, recognizing the demanding hours the position entails....

979. Skyline set to sizzle at 30°C

Today, Cyprus anticipates scattered showers along with varying temperatures across the island. The atmosphere will also experience sporadic dust concentrations....

980. Senator Menendez faces federal charges in court today

U.S. Senator Bob Menendez and his wife Nadine Menendez arrived in federal court on Wednesday to face charges of taking bribes from three New Jersey businessmen, as calls for the senator's resignation from his fellow Democrats escalated....

981. School escorts back on track to aid hundreds of disabled students

The perennial issue of meeting the needs of students requiring school assistants has resurfaced as the new school year begins. ...

982. Gatwick airport cuts flights amid covid outbreak

983. Widely used anti-covid drug linked to virus mutations

An anti-Covid drug widely used across the world may have caused mutations in the virus, researchers said on Monday, but there was no evidence that the changes had led to more dangerous variants....

984. Cyprus endorses bold auto rules for health and industry

Cyprus supported the compromise proposal put forward by the Spanish Presidency of the EU Council on the proposed Euro 7 regulation, during a meeting of the EU Competitiveness Council in Brussels, on Monday, with the permanent secretary of the Ministry of Energy, Marios Panayides, stressing that the new rules should protect human health while ensuring the competitiveness of the automotive industry....

985. Two luxury vehicles set on fire

The Fire Service in Limassol was put on alert late Monday night (25/09) after receiving information about a fire in two vehicles in the area of Ayios Tychonas....

986. Fire in fuel vehicle at petrol station

A fire broke out in a double-cab fuel truck parked inside a petrol station in Pegeia on Monday night....

987. Construction of petrol storage terminal must be a priority, says Energy Minister

The construction of a petroleum products storage terminal with a completion date of 2025 is considered a project of exceptional importance with regard to Cyprus' strategic energy autonomy, Minister of Energy, Commerce and Industry, George Papanastasiou, ...

988. Notorious Italian mafia boss succumbs to cancer after 30 years on the run

Italian Mafia boss Matteo Messina Denaro, who was convicted of multiple murders and was arrested in January after spending 30 years on the run, has died of cancer, officials said on Monday....

989. UN envoy appointment sparks tensions in New York talks

The appointment of a UN envoy on Cyprus was rejected by Turkish Cypriot leader, Ersin Tatar, during his meeting on Saturday with the UN Secretary General, Antonio Guterres in New York. ...

990. How high is too high before tax relief kicks in?

Diesel prices have dipped by nine cents per liter at gas stations compared to late August, while unleaded 95-octane petrol is now six cents cheaper....