https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/international-red-cross-secures-release-of-civilian-hostages-in-gaza-strip
In a significant development, the International Red Cross has taken custody of 24 civilian hostages held in the Gaza Strip, as reported by Qatar's foreign ministry spokesman. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/helicopters-popes-and-the-rise-of-global-trumpism
Today, our President is set to meet His Holiness Pope Francis, a rendezvous that comes with a touch of irony given the president's previous likening to the late Archbishop Chrysostomos...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/israel-hamas-truce-sparks-anticipation-for-families
A four-day ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas conflict began today, providing a temporary respite for the war-weary residents of Gaza and Israel. The truce, initiated at 7 a.m. local time, paves the way for the release of hostages held since Hamas' October 7 attack....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/gaza-ceasefire-set-for-tomorrow-friday-at-7am
A ceasefire in Gaza will commence at 7 a.m. on Friday morning, as announced by Qatar....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-and-serbia-strengthen-ties-with-three-key-agreements
During President Nikos Christodoulides' official visit to Serbia, Cyprus and Serbia solidified their collaboration by signing three Memoranda of Understanding....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tatar-advocates-two-state-solution-in-london-meetings
Ersin Tatar, the Turkish Cypriot leader, recently engaged with British MPs and members of the Turkish Cypriot community in London. Discussing the "two-state solution," Tatar emphasized Turkey's unwavering support for this approach....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/can-aphrodite-field-consortium-seal-the-deal
In a recent update on the Aphrodite field development, the Ministry of Energy has granted a seven-day extension until November 27 for the consortium to finalize an agreement with the government on the field's development plan....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/president-christodoulides-strengthens-ties-in-belgrade-visit
Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides embarked on a two-day official visit to Belgrade, welcomed by Serbian Foreign Affairs Minister Ivika Datić. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/astrobank-residential-and-other-properties-for-sale
AstroBank is selling agricultural, commercial and residential properties in various areas of Cyprus such as Paphos, Famagusta, Nicosia and Larnaca....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-commissioner-s-urgent-call-for-sustainable-pesticides-reform
In a significant move for environmental and agricultural sustainability, the European Commission put forth legislative proposals in June 2022 aimed at curbing the use of the most hazardous pesticides. The proposal outlines a bold plan to achieve a 50% reduction by 2030....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/israel-to-free-hostages-in-exchange-for-peace
In a significant diplomatic breakthrough, Israel has approved a deal with Hamas, paving the way for the release of 50 hostages in exchange for a temporary cease-fire in Gaza lasting at least four days....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tunnels-under-al-shifa-hospital-built-by-israel-says-former-pm
In a recent CNN interview, former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak made a startling revelation, acknowledging that Israel had played a role in constructing bunkers beneath Gaza's Al-Shifa Hospital several decades ago. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hellenic-bank-rakes-in-€240-7m-in-2023-s-first-9-months
Hellenic Bank announced on Tuesday a profit of €240.7 million for the first 9 months of 2023....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-chevron-s-aphrodite-development-talks-intensify
Negotiations between Cyprus and Chevron regarding the long-standing differences over Block ''12'' on Cyprus' Aphrodite are reaching a climax. On November 20, the deadline for the last two-week extension granted to Chevron expired....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/shakira-s-€14-5m-showdown-ends-with-a-€7m-encore
Pop star Shakira has gracefully sidestepped a €14.5 million tax trial in Spain, sealing a last-minute deal with authorities just as proceedings were set to commence....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/house-plenary-votes-on-teleworking-bill-what-s-at-stake
In a decisive move, the House plenary convened this afternoon to cast their votes on a groundbreaking teleworking bill, aiming to establish a robust framework for regulating working conditions in the evolving landscape of remote employment....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/abramovich-tied-to-putin-s-wallets-in-cyprus-scandal
The fallout from the "Cyprus Confidential" probe implicating Cyprus in dealings with Russian oligarchs continues to send shockwaves. Leaked documents obtained by the BBC expose a money trail connecting oligarch Roman Abramovich to individuals referred to as President Vladimir Putin's 'wallets.'...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/pwc-s-secret-dance-with-russian-oligarchs-revealed
Another episode is unfolding that stains Cyprus' name on a global scale. This time, it's not about the Naturalization Program or "golden passports" but centers on sanctions imposed on Russian oligarchs since Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ipto-paves-the-way-for-cyprus-israel-electrical-bond
The Independent Power Transmission Operator of Greece (IPTO) intends to establish a subsidiary Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) to facilitate the potential entry of the Republic of Cyprus and other potential investors into the electrical interconnection project between Greece, Cyprus, and Israel (EuroAsia Interconnector)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/why-astrobank-and-cdb-bank-couldn-t-agree-on-a-price
The deal between Astrobank and CDB Bank fell apart over a few million euros, even though they had given a "reason" and had agreed on the price in September 2023....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-force-faces-renewed-criticism-after-recent-tragedies
The debate on the problems in the police force, which was a hot topic in the public sphere last week due to the two fatal attacks that occurred in a short span of time, was reignited on Wednesday, when all the relevant officials, led by the Minister of Justice and Public Order, Anna Koukkidi-Prokopiou and the Chief of Police, Stelios Papatheodorou, met in the Parliament's Institutions Committee....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/un-mediates-as-verbal-incident-sparks-pyla-diplomacy
The situation in Pyla remains quiet, United Nations sources told the Cyprus News Agency when asked about press reports on tension in the area....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/how-kotsovolos-fits-into-ppc-s-master-plan
The acquisition of "Kotsovolos" propels PPC's transformation into an integrated provider of products and services, reshaping the retail electricity market. By securing "Kotsovolos," PPC gains the means to offer a comprehensive range of services, from electricity and natural gas to cutting-edge energy solutions....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/two-week-lifeline-as-aphrodite-negotiations-extend-amid-deadlock
With the deadline for Chevron's proposal on the ''Aphrodite'' reservoir set to expire on Sunday, November 5, negotiations between the Republic of Cyprus and the consortium of ''12'' (Chevron, Shell, NewMed) led by the American giant for the development of the reservoir seem to remain in a deadlock. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-chosen-for-eu-s-intelligent-cities-challenge
According to a press release issued by the Municipality of Nicosia, "the proposal has been selected to receive guidance from Commission experts for the creation of Local Green Deals, placing Nicosia at the forefront of the green and digital transition"....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hellenic-employees-want-share-of-bank-s-excess-profits
The Cyprus Bank Employees' Union (CBCU) has called for a three-hour work stoppage at all Hellenic Banks on Monday, November 6, 2023, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/energy-minister-urges-chevron-to-honor-agreement-for-aphrodite-field-development
Energy Minister George Papanastasiou has issued new communications to Chevron, the operator of the Aphrodite field, from the Parliament ahead of the crucial meeting with Chevron's Chairman, Clay Neff. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/ppc-becomes-new-owner-of-kotsovolos-in-€200-million-deal
In a significant development, PPC, the Greek energy company, has emerged as the new owner of the popular retail brand "Kotsovolos." This transition was facilitated through a deal with the British group Currys, valuing the acquisition at €200 million, entirely free from loans and lease obligations....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/un-under-secretary-general-navigates-key-agreements-and-envoy-talks
Jean-Pierre Lacroix, UN Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations, who is carrying a three-day visit to Cyprus will visit the area of Pyla and the fenced-off city of Varoshia....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-considers-un-led-humanitarian-aid-channel-to-gaza
The possibility of humanitarian aid going directly from Cyprus to Gaza and being received by UN personnel is currently under consideration, Government Spokesperson Konstantinos Letymbiotis said on Wednesday, following the meeting between UN Under-Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations, Jean-Pierre Lacroix, and President of the Republic of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, at the Presidential Palace....
