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1231. Cypriot House Speaker slams Russian invasion of Ukraine

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriot-house-speaker-slams-russian-invasion-of-ukraine

Cyprus’ full sympathy and support to the people of Ukraine, who are experiencing what the Cypriot people experienced, as a result of the Turkish invasion and occupation of the island by Turkey, was expressed by the President of the House Annita Demetriou, during the Conference of the Presidents of Parliaments of small European States...

1232. Cyprus still vague on Ukraine swap deal

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-still-vague-on-ukraine-swap-deal

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides declined to say whether any of the island’s Soviet-made defense systems could end up in Ukraine, pointing to Turkey and budget concerns but also echoing a broader ambiguity as EU allies argue over the best defense strategy...

1233. Polish woman allegedly murdered on Greek island of Kos

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/polish-woman-allegedly-murdered-on-greek-island-of-kos

Polish authorities have launched a thorough investigation into the tragic death of Anastazja Rubinska, a 27-year-old Polish woman who was found deceased on the popular Greek holiday island of Kos. ...

1234. Turkish president orders completion of illegal airport infrastructure

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkish-president-orders-completion-of-illegal-airport-infrastructure

After the order of the Turkish President to complete and inaugurate the new runway and terminal of the illegal airport in Tymbou on July 20, action has been taken by the "government," writes Geni Duzen, noting that the "regulation" for the "certification of construction, development, licensing, and operation of airports (amendment)" and the "regulation" for the "principles and procedures to be applied in construction tenders (Amendment)" has been published in the "official gazette."...

1235. Europe urged to preserve access to protection on World Refugee Day

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/europe-urged-to-preserve-access-to-protection-on-world-refugee-day

On this World Refugee Day, Caritas Europa is calling for Europe to prioritize access to protection within its territory and overhaul its asylum system to prioritize the rights of individuals. ...

1236. The President's omissions and unaddressed issues

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-president-s-omissions-and-unaddressed-issues

Flanked by his cabinet and through a 24-page document, the President of the Republic presented the program and actions of the government from his first day in office until today. ...

1237. Consulco recognises students with innovative ideas

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/consulco-recognises-students-with-innovative-ideas

Consulco held the ''Next Generation Proposals for a Better Cyprus'' student competition in collaboration with UCLan Cyprus, Frederick University and Neapolis University Pafos...

1238. It's a race against time as rescuers scramble to locate missing sub

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/it-s-a-race-against-time-as-rescuers-scramble-to-locate-missing-sub

Rescuers in a remote area of the Atlantic Ocean raced against time early Tuesday to find a missing submersible carrying five people on a mission to document the wreckage of the Titanic, the iconic ocean liner that sank more than a century ago....

1239. Dubrovnik sees surge in tourism with 32% increase in arrivals

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/dubrovnik-sees-surge-in-tourism-with-32-increase-in-arrivals

The mayor of Dubrovnik, Mato Frankovic, has made the decision to ban wheeled suitcases due to the noise they generate on the city streets. ...

1240. House Speaker pals around with small-state colleagues

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/house-speaker-pals-around-with-small-state-colleagues

House President Annita Demetriou participates in the 16th Conference of the Presidents of the Parliaments of Small European States which began on Monday in Luxembourg...

1241. Police spokesman acknowledges mobile camera placement issues

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-spokesman-acknowledges-mobile-camera-placement-issues

According to the spokesman of the Police Force, Christos Andreou, there have been cases where camera operators did not adhere to the designated points indicated by the Police and instead placed the mobile cameras in different locations....

1242. This is how Lara will be developed

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/this-is-how-lara-will-be-developed

The reform of local government undeniably represents a crucial stride towards modernizing our state....

1243. From animal pens to vacation retreats: The illegal conversion of Akamas shelters

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/from-animal-pens-to-vacation-retreats-the-illegal-conversion-of-akamas-shelters

Several months prior to the scheduled implementation of the Akamas plan, stone buildings are emerging in the heart of the forest, completely unrelated to livestock housing, which abounds in the surrounding area. ...

1244. More details and questions emerge in boat disaster

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/more-details-and-questions-emerge-in-boat-disaster

Harrowing accounts are emerging from survivors in the boat disaster that killed hundreds of irregular migrants last week, with additional reports from BBC casting doubt over the Greek coast guard’s version of events...

1245. Sacrificing authenticity for viral validation

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/sacrificing-authenticity-for-viral-validation

In an era dominated by digital connectivity, social media has seamlessly integrated itself into the fabric of our lives....

1246. Almost 108,000 drivers exceed speed limits

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/almost-108-000-drivers-exceed-speed-limits

Since the official implementation of the photo certification system on January 1, 2022, a staggering total of 132,982 out-of-court complaints have been filed....

1247. Temporary VAT reduction on essentials estimated at €14.5 million

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/temporary-vat-reduction-on-essentials-estimated-at-€14-5-million

In the upcoming days, most likely early next week, a clearer picture is expected to emerge regarding the government's course of action on the reduced Value Added Tax (VAT) rate for fuel and electricity....

1248. Seven arrested in residence permit scandal

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/seven-arrested-in-residence-permit-scandal

1249. United by Pride: A bold step towards human rights and peace in Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/united-by-pride-a-bold-step-towards-human-rights-and-peace-in-cyprus

An important event for human rights and peace in Cyprus is set to take place in Nicosia on Saturday, June 17. It is the "United by Pride" Intercommunal Pride March, featuring two parallel marches starting at 18:00 from two central locations in Nicosia: Eleftherias Square and Kougioulou Park. ...

1250. Police arrest civil registry official in residence permit scandal

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-arrest-civil-registry-official-in-residence-permit-scandal

In a significant development, the Ministry of Interior has reported the arrest of a public official from the Civil Registry and Immigration Department. ...

1251. US hails Cyprus for its efforts in combating human trafficking

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-hails-cyprus-for-its-efforts-in-combating-human-trafficking

The Government of the Republic of Cyprus has been recognized for its serious and sustained efforts in combating human trafficking, according to the annual report released by the U.S. State Department. ...

1252. Deadly Mediterranean shipwreck exposes desperate migrant journeys

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/deadly-mediterranean-shipwreck-exposes-desperate-migrant-journeys

Wednesday’s deadly shipwreck off southern Greece, involving a large boat carrying migrants that capsized after apparently rebuffing offers of help, is just the latest case of smugglers packing vessels full of desperate people willing to risk their lives to reach continental Europe....

1253. Echoes of silence: The unheard cries of drowning children

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/echoes-of-silence-the-unheard-cries-of-drowning-children

The tragedy off the coast of Pylos is beyond words. The act of people drowning at sea, especially children, is a haunting curse in the Mediterranean Sea that is unfortunately not unfamiliar....

1254. Turkish president's construction plans in occupied Kato Deryneia

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkish-president-s-construction-plans-in-occupied-kato-deryneia

In a recent statement, Deryneia Mayor Andros Karayiannis expressed concerns regarding Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's plans for the construction of over a thousand residential units in occupied Kato Deryneia. ...

1255. Cyprus calls for medicine market reform

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-calls-for-medicine-market-reform

Health Minister for Health Popi Kanari said that Cyprus is in favor of the creation of a single market for medicines, and highlighted the problems that Cyprus faces regarding medicine access as a small member state, during the second day of the Employment, Social Policy, Health and Consumer Affairs Council (EPSCO) of the EU, which was held on Tuesday in Luxembourg in its Health Ministers configuration....

1256. Cyprus struggles with renewable energy and storage gap

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-struggles-with-renewable-energy-and-storage-gap

Only 15% of Cyprus' total energy production comes from Renewable Energy Sources (RES), highlighting the country's significant lag in this sector....

1257. Government ends tax break, fuel and electricity prices to rise

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-ends-tax-break-fuel-and-electricity-prices-to-rise

The Director General of the Ministry of Finance, Michalis Pantelis, has expressed the government's intention to end the measure of reducing excise tax on fuel and electricity....

1258. Anticipating the arrival of natural gas in Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/anticipating-the-arrival-of-natural-gas-in-cyprus

After attending a workshop on energy issues in Nicosia and engaging in meetings with stakeholders in the UK, George Papanastasiou, the Minister of Energy, Trade, and Industry, is now embarking on a two-day working visit to Israel. ...

1259. CFA president talks trouble in soccer paradise

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cfa-president-talks-trouble-in-soccer-paradise

The top official of the Cyprus Football Association has denied allegations that his group concealed UEFA red notices, telling lawmakers instead that his group made its own rules that were even tougher because police were unable to solve cases...

1260. Combating hate speech: Urgent action for LGBTI rights

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/combating-hate-speech-urgent-action-for-lgbti-rights

The Commissioner for Administration and Human Rights Protection, Maria Stylianou Lottides, has strongly denounced the recent surge of comments directly targeting the LGBTI community and promoting hate speech against its members....

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