https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriot-unions-to-hold-bi-communal-may-day-rally-in-nicosia-buffer-zone
Greek Cypriot and Turkish Cypriot unions will mark May Day with a joint rally Thursday in the United Nations-controlled buffer zone in Nicosia, calling for peace, workers’ rights and renewed efforts toward reunification....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/un-warns-of-resurgence-in-deadly-diseases
Measles, meningitis, and yellow fever, once largely contained through widespread immunization, are resurging globally due to vaccine misinformation, reduced international aid, and health system strain, the United Nations and partner agencies warned Wednesday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/media-ethics-committee-issues-warning-to-turkish-news-agency-for-mistranslation-of-‘invaders-to-‘turks
Turkish Cypriot opposition leader Tufan Erhurman on Sunday condemned Archbishop Georgios’ Easter message as “provocative” and “divisive,” accusing the Church of Cyprus of overstepping its bounds and complicating efforts toward reunification....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/goodbye-boarding-passes-air-travel-set-for-high-tech-transformation
The days of fumbling through your bag for a boarding pass or waiting in long check-in lines at the airport may soon be over....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/buffer-zone-tensions-and-crossing-point-deadlocks-test-peace-process
The period following the informal five-party summit in Geneva and the subsequent meeting of the two Cypriot leaders on the island is shaping up to be a diplomatically crucial time. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/from-sub-hunting-to-rescue-ops-regional-forces-train-side-by-side-in-noble-dina-–-2025-exercise
Naval and air forces from Cyprus, France, Greece, the United States, Italy and Israel participated in the multinational aeronautical exercise “NOBLE DINA – 2025”....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hungary-withdraws-from-international-criminal-court-following-netanyahu-visit
Hungary has announced that it will withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC), marking a significant shift in its foreign policy. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cmp-marks-1000th-meeting-leaders-reaffirm-support-for-bi-communal-efforts
The Committee on Missing Persons (CMP) in Cyprus reached a significant milestone, holding its 1000th meeting at the Ledra Palace Hotel on April 2nd. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/loathing-european-free-loading-leaked-chat-exposes-u-s-contempt-for-allies
A leaked group chat involving some of the most senior figures in the Trump administration has revealed deep-seated resentment toward European allies, exposing frustrations over defense spending and security cooperation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-eu-wants-in-but-can-it-make-a-difference
The European Union (EU) appears eager to play a role in reviving talks on the Cyprus problem, but its actual influence remains constrained by political realities. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-accused-of-migrant-pushbacks-amid-deadly-shipwreck
A tragic shipwreck off Cape Greco has reignited the debate over Cyprus’ handling of migration, just as the government claimed to have successfully tackled the issue....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/three-day-event-with-visits-tours-and-activities-by-the-department-of-forests
The Department of Forests is organizing a three-day event with activities, tours, and visits from March 21-23, 2025, in celebration of the International Day of Forests, which is observed on March 21....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-sends-key-letter-to-spark-progress-in-cyprus-talks
A letter, which had been in the works for the past few weeks as part of a European Union-United Nations collaboration on the Cyprus issue, became the focal point from the very first day of the informal five-party meeting in Geneva....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkey-sends-military-aircraft-south-of-cyprus-photo
On the day of the dinner hosted by United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, which will mark the start of the informal expanded meeting on the Cyprus issue, Turkey, the occupying power, chose to send military aircraft south of Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/world-awaits-moscow-s-response-to-us-ukraine-ceasefire-deal
After marathon talks in Saudi Arabia between the United States and Ukraine, the stage is now set for a potential shift in the ongoing war with Russia....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-good-the-bad-and-the-in-between-cyprus-talks-in-geneva
Preparatory efforts for the informal Cyprus conference, scheduled for March 17-18 in Geneva, Switzerland, reached a peak this past week, with both organizational work from the United Nations and diplomatic efforts from the parties involved....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/u-s-secretary-of-state-discusses-regional-issues-with-cyprus-minister-of-foreign-affairs
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with Cyprus' Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos on Thursday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-and-the-netherlands-a-strong-but-often-overlooked-bond
The Netherlands, a key player in both the EU and NATO, remains somewhat of an unknown entity in Cyprus—aside from Amsterdam’s popularity as a travel destination and the well-known football club Ajax....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-us-strengthen-military-alliance-with-special-operations-drill
The Cyprus National Guard and the United States Armed Forces recently wrapped up a joint military exercise aimed at enhancing cooperation and boosting operational readiness in special operations...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tragic-loss-of-life-in-gaza-amid-freezing-conditions
In a devastating consequence of a severe cold snap in Gaza, six Palestinian infants have died from hypothermia, medical officials report....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tatar-insists-on-partition
Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar has reiterated his firm opposition to a federal solution for Cyprus, insisting that the 2017 Crans-Montana negotiations marked the final attempt at reunification under a bizonal, bicommunal federation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkey-renews-its-call-for-a-two-state-solution-in-cyprus
Turkey has once again pushed its demand for a two-state solution to the Cyprus issue....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/aid-meant-for-gaza-civilians-diverted-to-hamas-according-to-leaked-recordings
In a startling turn of events, newly released recordings from early 2024 reveal that humanitarian aid entering Gaza—intended to help civilians—was instead diverted to Hamas leaders. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-protests-pakistan-s-statements-on-occupied-areas
The Republic of Cyprus has lodged an official complaint in response to remarks made by the Pakistani Prime Minister....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/usaid-shutdown-leaves-cyprus-based-employees-in-uncertainty
The Trump administration’s abrupt decision to shut down the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has left many of its global employees, including those stationed in Cyprus, in limbo....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-warns-of-strong-response-to-possible-us-tariffs
The European Union has expressed deep concern over potential US trade measures, cautioning that any tariffs imposed on European goods would trigger a firm response....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/colin-stewart-to-meet-cyprus-leaders-in-push-to-restart-peace-talks
UN Secretary-General’s Special Representative, Colin Stewart, is set for crucial talks on Friday with the leaders of both Cyprus’ Greek and Turkish communities, as efforts continue to re-energize peace talks and open more crossing points across the divided island....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/from-non-aligned-neutrality-to-pro-western-alignment
Cyprus’ foreign policy has undergone a significant transformation over the decades, moving from a stance of non-alignment to a strong pro-Western orientation, particularly after its accession to the European Union. This shift, however, was not a simple one and reflects the island’s unique political challenges....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-greenlights-defense-aid-to-cyprus-in-historic-move
The White House has announced a landmark decision that directly impacts Cyprus and its role in the Eastern Mediterranean....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/poland-to-prioritize-security-on-all-fronts-during-its-eu-presidency
Poland has laid out an ambitious roadmap for its 2025 Presidency of the Council of the European Union, with security taking center stage. Ambassador Marek Szczepanowski presented the priorities on Tuesday at the House of Europe in Nicosia, under the presidency’s guiding motto: “Security, Europe!”...
