https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-sees-one-of-europe-s-highest-rates-of-illicit-cigarette-use
Cyprus ranked among the European countries with the highest share of illicit cigarette consumption in 2025, according to findings presented this week at a conference in Brussels focused on illegal trade and security challenges across Europe....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/el-nino-set-to-return-bringing-a-higher-risk-of-heatwaves-drought-and-flooding
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) says El Niño conditions are taking shape in the tropical Pacific and are likely to influence weather patterns across the globe during the coming months. The agency estimates an 80% chance that El Niño will be present between June and August 2026, with the likelihood climbing to around 90% or higher through at least November....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-say-‘santi-messages-fabricated-no-evidence-found-to-support-allegations
One of Cyprus’ most closely watched and controversial investigations has taken a dramatic turn, with police announcing Tuesday that they found no evidence to support the explosive allegations made in the so-called “Santi” case....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/jump-of-the-year-armand-duplantis-clears-a-5-50-meter-wall-of-lidl-products
A jump the world has never seen before: Pole vault world record holder Armand “Mondo” Duplantis mastered an extraordinary challenge in Stockholm, living up to the title “Jump of the Year”. Challenged by Lidl, the exceptional athlete and holder of 15 world records did not jump over a traditional bar, but over a 5.50-meter-high, 12-meter-wide, and 30-centimeter-deep wall of products, built from the discounter’s extensive own-brand assortment....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/good-news-for-tourism-uk-and-us-ease-travel-advisories-for-cyprus
The summer season is getting off to an encouraging start for Cyprus' tourism industry, which has faced growing uncertainty in recent months due to the crisis and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-secures-access-to-€1-18-billion-in-eu-defense-funding
EU Defense Commissioner Andrius Kubilius announced on Monday that the European Commission and Cyprus have completed the signing of a €1.18 billion loan agreement under the SAFE program, a key component of the EU's broader effort to strengthen its defense capabilities....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/diplomatica/cyprus-loses-close-vote-for-un-general-assembly-presidency
Cyprus was narrowly defeated in its bid to lead the United Nations General Assembly after Bangladesh’s Foreign Minister, Khalilur Rahman, secured the presidency of the body's 81st session in a closely fought election on Tuesday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/visually-impaired-student-accuses-university-of-discrimination-over-practicum-assessment
A dispute has emerged between the University of Cyprus and a visually impaired student who alleges she was treated unfairly during her teaching practicum, while the institution insists it provided extensive support throughout her studies....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/veto-or-not
Events are unfolding quickly. Germany is stepping up its push for major institutional reforms within the European Union, with the primary goal of curbing the veto power of member states in critical foreign policy decisions. Cyprus needs to follow developments carefully, make full use of every diplomatic tool available within the European arena, and keep four facts in mind....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/zavrantonas-retrial-focuses-on-presidential-pardon-granted-to-protected-witness
Proceedings continued Tuesday before the Criminal Court in the retrial of George Christodoulou, known as "Zavrantonas," with arguments centering on the defense's request for documents related to the presidential pardon granted to the protected witness known as "Maronas."...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/ey-announces-the-appointment-of-2-new-partners-in-cyprus
EY Cyprus is pleased to announce the addition of two new Partners to its leadership team, Antonis Josephakis and Simos Simou....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-puts-cyprus-back-in-safest-travel-category
The United States has lowered its travel advisory for Cyprus to Level 1, the lowest risk category in its travel warning system, marking a return to normal after months of heightened concern linked to regional instability in the Middle East.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/migration-crackdown-agreed-under-cyprus-led-eu-presidency
After months of negotiations that culminated on Monday between EU member states and the European Parliament, the European Union has reached a political agreement on a new Returns Regulation that will complement the new Pact on Migration and Asylum, set to take effect on July 1....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/diplomatica/cyprus-vies-for-presidency-of-un-general-assembly
The United Nations General Assembly will elect the president of its 81st session on June 2, 2026, during a vote at UN headquarters in New York. Cyprus is seeking the position through the candidacy of Ambassador Andreas Kakouris, who is facing Bangladesh's Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-missile-strike-disables-cargo-ship-attempting-to-breach-iran-blockade
The United States military says it has taken action against a merchant vessel that attempted to enter an Iranian port despite restrictions imposed under Washington's maritime blockade....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/provocative-salaries-pensions-and-payouts-for-mps
One issue that has come back into focus is the generous pension package, lump-sum payments, and salaries enjoyed by members of the House of Representatives. Unsurprisingly, no MP has ever stepped forward to defend them....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-leads-eu-in-oil-dependence-despite-renewable-energy-surge
Cyprus remains one of the European Union’s most petroleum-dependent countries, according to the latest Eurostat energy data, even though renewable sources now account for almost all domestic energy production....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/transport-company-owner-arrested-in-diesel-smuggling-case
A coordinated operation by Customs Department officers and members of the Nicosia Crime Prevention Unit led to the seizure of diesel fuel that had allegedly been brought from the occupied areas into the government-controlled territories of the Republic of Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/bulgaria-puts-limits-on-u-s-military-aircraft-stay-after-visa-dispute
Bulgaria will allow US military aircraft to stay in the NATO member country only until the end of June, after the United States failed to approve a visa-free system for Bulgarian visitors, Prime Minister Rumen Radev has said....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-celebrates-first-student-accepted-to-u-s-naval-academy
Cyprus has marked a small but symbolic milestone in its defense relations with the United States, as a Cypriot student prepares to join one of the most prestigious military academies in the world for the first time....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/farmers-take-protest-and-animals-to-presidential-palace
Frustrated livestock farmers returned to the streets Friday, bringing their protest over the government’s handling of the foot-and-mouth disease outbreak directly to the Presidential Palace in a tense demonstration that once again highlighted growing anger in rural Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/diplomatica/hong-kong-drama-‘afterpiece-to-open-shanghai-international-film-festival
The Hong Kong drama 'Afterpiece', produced by Derek Yee and directed by debut filmmaker Keane T.K. Wong, will have its world premiere as the opening film of the 28th Shanghai International Film Festival, set to run from June 12 to 21....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-says-carbon-storage-expansion-remains-on-track-for-2030-targets
The European Union says plans to build large-scale carbon dioxide storage infrastructure across Europe remain on track, with several new carbon capture and storage projects expected to begin operations over the next few years....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-hospitals-see-major-rise-in-patients-while-ghs-expands-in-2024
Cyprus’ healthcare system handled a sharp jump in patients during 2024, with new figures showing more people than ever turning to hospitals, specialists and day-treatment clinics through the General Healthcare System....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/what-antisemitism-really-is
Racism is when “the well-known anarchist group, dressed uniformly almost like a militia, once again marched in formation through the Psyrri neighborhood with the goal of identifying Jewish tourists and business owners.”...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/cyprus-s-new-archaeological-museum-takes-shape
A massive new archaeological museum under construction is being described as one of the most ambitious cultural infrastructure projects ever undertaken in Cyprus, with developers saying it will reshape how the island presents its history to the world....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/from-crisis-response-to-crisis-prevention-the-role-of-recovery-planning
The strongest recovery plans are not designed for the moment a crisis begins, but to prevent it from escalating in the first place. In a period marked by heightened financial volatility, regional geopolitical uncertainty, and continuously evolving regulatory expectations, the need for early preparedness and meaningful resilience is more relevant than ever. For banks, this is where Recovery Planning plays a central role....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hunting-dog-training-threatens-nesting-birds-and-leaves-chicks-exposed-british-bases-warn
British Bases authorities are continuing coordinated efforts to tackle the illegal training of hunting dogs in protected parts of Akrotiri, Episkopi and Paramali....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/more-cypriots-turn-to-eu-digital-health-services-for-care-abroad
One year after the launch of Cyprus’ cross-border electronic health services, dozens of patients have already used the system both locally and across the European Union....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/three-injured-after-jumping-from-larnaca-apartment-block-during-immigration-raid
Three foreign nationals were injured during a police and immigration operation at an apartment complex in Larnaca on Wednesday morning after reportedly jumping from balconies while trying to avoid detection....
