https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/un-resolution-backfires-as-hamas-rejects-cease-fire
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu firmly stated that Israel will not acquiesce to Hamas' demands for a cease-fire after the militant group rebuffed the most recent proposal for a truce.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-economic-resilience-earns-high-credit-rating-confirmation
International rating agency Morningstar DBRS has confirmed Cyprus’ BBB (high) long-term credit rating with a stable trend, noting that favourable economic prospects balance downside risks.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/white-house-faces-pressure-as-un-gaza-ceasefire-resolution-passes
The UN Security Council has passed a resolution urging a ceasefire in Gaza, a move that led to Israel canceling a high-level visit to Washington after the US abstained from the vote.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/athens-teen-prostitution-sting-online-chats-result-in-arrests
Online conversations revealed by Kathimerini shed light on the ongoing investigation into the alleged prostitution racket involving girls aged 14 to 18 in Athens....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/humanitarian-aid-unloaded-in-gaza
In a significant development, the unloading of nearly 200 tonnes of humanitarian aid, including food, from the non-governmental organization ''Open Arms'' ship has been completed in Gaza. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/washington-to-larnaca-via-bucharest
The proposal for the Gaza sea corridor has gained momentum, with Cyprus's groundwork and the deteriorating Middle East humanitarian situation cited as catalysts, according to a report by George Kakouris in this Sunday's printed edition of Kathimerini....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/women-siding-with-rapists-and-murderers
Today is International Women's Day. Yesterday marked five months since the October 7 massacres in Israel....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/biden-unveils-plan-for-us-built-gaza-port-to-boost-aid-delivery-from-cyprus
President Joe Biden is set to announce during his State of the Union address that the US military will construct a temporary port in Gaza to facilitate the delivery of humanitarian aid. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/in-shadows-of-conflict-cyprus-extends-hand-to-gaza
Humanitarian aid destined for Gaza is anticipated to depart from Cyprus in the coming days, according to a source familiar with the situation on Wednesday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/america-at-our-best
Last night's gathering at the Hilton Hotel in Nicosia, hosted by the US Embassy and the American Medical Center, stirred something deep within me....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/national-guard-s-death-raises-questions-on-cyprus-justice-system
Revelations surrounding the death of National Guardsman Thanasis Nicolaou, emerging years after the incident, have sparked both sensation and concern about the functioning of the criminal justice system in Cyprus. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/israel-halts-humanitarian-visas-children-in-gaza-at-risk
Israel has ceased issuing visas to international staff of humanitarian organizations operating in occupied Palestinian territories....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/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....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/olive-oil-prices-spike-49-in-cyprus
In January 2024, the price of olive oil experienced a significant surge, with Cyprus leading the pack with a remarkable 49% increase, according to data released by Eurostat, the EU's statistical office. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-airman-dies-after-setting-himself-on-fire-in-israeli-embassy-protest
A 25-year-old active-duty member of the United States Air Force, Aaron Bushnell, set himself on fire outside the Israeli embassy in Washington, DC, in an apparent act of protest against Israel's actions in Gaza. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/israel-s-eurovision-entry-faces-political-backlash
Israel warned today that it would withdraw from this year's Eurovision contest if organizers reject the lyrics of its song as too politically charged....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/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......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-the-new-epicenter-of-u-s-military-strategy-in-the-mediterranean
In a significant development, the United States and Cyprus are strengthening their defense and security ties, marking a shift in the geopolitical landscape of the Eastern Mediterranean. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/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....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/christodoulides-unveils-€60m-relief-package-amid-rising-prices
In an address to the nation, the President of Cyprus unveiled a series of targeted measures aimed at alleviating the economic challenges faced by households and businesses amidst rising prices. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-delays-15-multinational-tax-enforcement
Cyprus has yet to enforce the new EU rules introducing a minimum effective tax rate of 15% for multinational corporations operating within EU member states....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/gunfire-targets-suspect-s-vehicle-in-kalogeropoulos-murder-trial
Authorities are investigating a report of gunfire directed at the vehicle of one of the four individuals charged in connection with the murder of Thanasis Kalogeropoulos, which occurred on October 30th in Limassol.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/high-demand-for-electric-vehicle-subsidies-as-applications-surge
In response to the subsidy schemes for electric vehicles, the Road Transport Department reports significant interest since the application process began on Saturday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/kato-pyrgos-aims-to-become-cyprus-first-energy-self-sufficient-community
Inspired by the success of the Tilos Project, the first operational renewable energy initiative that achieved energy independence for the island of Tilos, Kato Pyrgos aspires to become the first energy self-sufficient community in Cyprus. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/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.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-s-2024-holiday-calendar-unveiled
In 2024, Cyprus sets the stage for refreshing respites and cherished moments of reflection as holidays align with weekdays, creating numerous extended weekends throughout the year....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/after-berengaria-comes-the-development-of-the-highlands
In recent months, work on the historic Berengaria Hotel in Prodromos, a €35 million project, has come to a standstill. But this is only temporary....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/did-you-know-driving-while-tired-carries-penalties-and-jail-time
In a bid to enhance road safety, Cyprus has implemented rigorous penalties for specified traffic violations, shedding light on an often-overlooked offense – 'Driving While Tired.' ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/1-allegations-of-vegas-of-the-med-status-rattle-cyprus-talks
Competent sources that spoke to CNA on Tuesday described reports in a British daily as orchestrated ones, that attempt to undermine the efforts to return to the Cyprus talks....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/thousands-rallied-in-athens-against-same-sex-marriage-bill
More than 1,500 protesters gathered in central Athens on Sunday to oppose legislation that would legalize same-sex marriage in Greece. The bill is set for a vote in parliament in days....
