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121. Israeli President’s visit sparks protests and political firestorm

Israeli President Isaac Herzog is set to visit Cyprus today, meeting with President Nicos Christodoulides at the Presidential Palace....

122. Pro-Palestinian slogans outside the Presidential Palace

Hundreds of members of the Pancyprian Peace Council and other citizens gathered to protest against the visit of Israeli President Isaac Herzog....

123. Cooperation among Cyprus, Greece, and Egypt essential for stability in the Eastern Mediterranean

In a fluid and volatile international environment, closer cooperation among Cyprus, Greece, and Egypt has become essential to ensure peace and stability in the Eastern Mediterranean....

124. Government and Larnaca reach agreement on port and marina development

An agreement has been reached between the government and Larnaca stakeholders regarding the future development of the city’s port and marina,...

125. 2024: A year of change and controversy in Cyprus

2024 was a year of upheaval and drama for Cyprus, marked by significant changes, political reshuffling, court decisions, and constitutional challenges. The events listed below highlight some of the most important moments that defined the year. ...

126. Banks announce 1% interest rate reduction

Following the parliamentary approval of the state budget and Tuesday’s meeting at the Presidential Palace with the CEOs of Bank of Cyprus and Hellenic Bank, Finance Minister Makis Keravnos appeared on RIK’s program Challenges on Wednesday evening....

127. President Christodoulides welcomes new ambassadors

Yesterday, at the Presidential Palace in Nicosia, President Nikos Christodoulides welcomed a diverse group of new Ambassadors and High Commissioners to Cyprus in a ceremony that also highlighted the country's foreign policy priorities....

128. François Bayrou Appointed France's New Prime Minister

In a move aimed at stabilizing France's fractured political landscape, President Emmanuel Macron has appointed François Bayrou as the new Prime Minister, the Elysée announced on Friday. ...

129. Cyprus and Jordan strengthen defence ties

Cyprus and Jordan have strengthened their military partnership with a new Defence Cooperation Agreement, signed during Defence Minister Vassilis Palmas' visit to Amman on Wednesday....

130. Government launches mortgage subsidy to ease inflation’s grip

The government of Cyprus is stepping up to help homeowners struggling with rising interest rates and inflation....

131. Sense of optimism surrounds roadblock talks

132. UK Prime Minister and Cyprus President tackle key issues

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s visit to Cyprus on Monday was more than just a diplomatic formality — it was a historic moment. ...

133. Cyprus hosts diplomatic events with UK PM's visit and UN reception

Cyprus is at the center of diplomatic activity today with two significant events underscoring its role in regional and international affairs....

134. Notre Dame reopens to global dignitaries

The iconic Notre Dame Cathedral reopened to global acclaim, marking a monumental milestone since the devastating fire of 2019....

135. Didn’t know? Should’ve asked!

The Presidential Office appears to be in search of the 200 companies that have invested in Cyprus—a surprising development given the article published in "K" on November 24th....

136. From Apostolos Andreas' bus breakdown to political meltdowns

A pilgrimage to Apostolos Andreas—may his blessings abound—took an unexpected turn when the bus broke down. ...

137. Major companies eye Cyprus as European HQ, says annual securities report

The President of Cyprus, Nicos Christodoulides, met with the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) at the Presidential Palace to receive their 2023 annual report. ...

138. Cyprus to strip protection from asylum seekers who commit serious crimes

Cyprus has moved forward with a new law that will strip asylum seekers of their subsidiary protection status if they commit serious criminal offenses. ...

139. The declaration of the TRNC: A turning point in the Cyprus conflict

On 15 November 1983, the Turkish Cypriot side unilaterally declared the occupied territories as the "Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus" (TRNC)....

140. Trump’s win, coffee with Erdogan, and the Presidential spin: A dose of Cyprus reality

For anyone worried that Trump’s election might throw off our strategic ties with the U.S.—those essential space collaborations and our participation in the Star Wars program—the Presidential Palace has assured us that a ''close associate'' of Trump recently reached out to our very own Nicos!...

141. Cypriot President holds quiet meeting with Trump associate ahead of U.S. elections

Cypriot President Nicos Christodoulides recently met with a close associate of Donald Trump at the Presidential Palace to discuss potential shifts in Cyprus-U.S. relations if Trump were to win the U.S. election. ...

142. Teachers sound alarm over hungry students in schools

Primary school teachers in Cyprus are raising concerns about children coming to school hungry, with some students lacking even a simple sandwich to get through the day....

143. Antonio Costa’s visit is a pivotal step in EU support for Cyprus negotiations

The upcoming visit of Antonio Costa, the newly elected President of the European Council, to Cyprus is poised to play a significant role in the resumption of negotiations on the longstanding Cyprus problem. ...

144. President Christodoulides: No tolerance for corruption in sports

President of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, made it clear that the country has zero tolerance for corruption and match-fixing in sports during the opening of the National School of Ethics at the Presidential Palace on Monday....

145. Joseph Borghese Receives Prestigious Award at UK Parliament

Joseph Borghese, Chairman and CEO of Borghese Multi-Family Office, was recognized with the ''Global Excellence in Leadership Award for Enhancing Investment and Mergers & Acquisitions'' at a ceremony held at the Palace of Westminster. ...

146. A black day for justice in Cyprus

September 18, 2024 will be marked as another Black Day for Democracy and the start of a slippery road to a new phase in the political life of Cyprus....

147. Trilateral talks on October 15: Will Christodoulides and Tatar find common ground for Cyprus?

The National Council will meet Monday at 11 a.m. at the Presidential Palace to strategize ahead of a critical trilateral meeting in New York, where Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, and Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar are set to discuss the island’s future on October 15. ...

148. President Christodoulides urges stronger oversight with new Auditor General

Andreas Papaconstantinou was officially appointed as Cyprus' new Auditor General on Wednesday, following a ceremony at the Presidential Palace with President Nikos Christodoulides. ...

149. New Chief and Deputy Chief of police sworn in amid calls for action

The confirmation ceremony for the new Chief of Police, Themistos Arnaoutis, and Deputy Chief of Police, Panikos Stavrou, took place today at the Presidential Palace, with President Nikos Christodoulides and other government officials in attendance....

150. Julian Assange set to testify before the Council of Europe

Julian Assange will testify before the Council of Europe on October 1, a key moment in his ongoing fight for justice. The founder of WikiLeaks will speak to the Committee on Legal Affairs and Human Rights at the Palace of Europe, with the session set to take place from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m....