https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/laughable-disclosures-as-cyprus-politicians-financial-woes-unveiled
Once again, this year’s financial disclosures from our members of parliament are filled with laughable and tragic statements. Marinos Sizopoulos must be having a hard time making ends meet, ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/cyprus-marks-50-years-since-1974-invasion
This year marks fifty years since the 1974 coup and Turkish invasion, events that profoundly shaped modern Cyprus. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/see-you-in-september
Despite the multi-layered, all-against-all contest over what happened in Crans Montana in 2017—a contest that started between Anastasiades and Averof, expanded with former negotiator Mavroyiannis, and included the AKEL leadership's response, all with a dose of poetry...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ex-president-speaks-out-on-cyprus-issue-and-political-rivalries
In his first official interview since ending his term as President of the Republic of Cyprus, Nicos Anastasiades discussed key political issues and addressed recent controversies within the Democratic Rally (DISY) party. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/anastasiades-christodoulides-accused-of-derailing-talks
Time has its own meaning. The former president of DISY, Av. Neophytou, according to a report......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/inconsistencies-in-cyprus-politics-who-would-ve-guessed
The case of Pelekanos' admission that he never agreed with the bizonal, bicommunal federation, being himself the spokesman of a government - under Anastasiades - which has been supporting it over time,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/anastasiades-secret-talks-with-turkey-revealed
In a paradoxical twist, Crans Montana resurfaced in the news a few days ago, with multiple sources and testimonies suggesting......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/amalthea-initiative-brings-cyprus-and-qatar-closer
His Highness the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, commenced his visit to Cyprus with a cordial reception by President Nikos Christodoulides of the Republic of Cyprus upon arrival at Larnaca Airport....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/pelekanos-stirs-debate-with-rejection-of-bi-zonal-federation
Marios Pelekanos's recent revelation in the Legalmatters podcast that he opposes the Bi-zonal Bicommunal Federation (BBF) as a form of solution for Cyprus, instead supporting a unitary state, has ignited significant debate. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/von-der-leyen-christodoulides-headline-cyprus-eu-anniversary-at-palace
President of Cyprus Nikos Christodoulides and President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen will attend an event at the Presidential Palace in Nicosia on Wednesday marking the 20th anniversary of the accession of Cyprus to the European Union....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/former-president-files-€2m-defamation-lawsuit-against-author
Former President Nicos Anastasiades has taken legal action against Makarios Drushiotis, alleging defamation stemming from claims made in the books ''Mafia State'' and ''The Gang.''...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/european-elections-add-twist-to-cyprus-polls
On June 9, Cyprus goes to the polls in the most complicated elections in its history as the European elections and the local government elections are held in parallel, following the reform passed by the Parliament....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-news-digest-from-river-beautification-to-billionaires-bargains
It's been a while since we heard about inaugurations from our president, so this one deserves special mention: ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-absence-of-accountability
The recent bout of inclement weather has brought to light a glaringly scandalous agreement between the government and a private entity. In this arrangement, ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/mafia-state-author-stands-firm-i-can-back-up-every-word-with-evidence
Makarios Drousiotis, author of the book ''Mafia State,'' testified before the Anti-Corruption Authority under Gabrielle Louise McIntyre, with his session lasting a full four hours....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/who-will-lead-cyprus-central-bank
An intense behind-the-scenes battle is unfolding regarding the future of Cyprus' central banker as the term of the current governor, Constantinos Herodotos, draws to a close in less than 20 days....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/court-rules-against-doctor-in-assault-case
A doctor accused of indecently assaulting a woman during a medical examination in August 2020 has been sentenced to four months in prison...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/vasiliko-energy-project-now-under-eu-scrutiny
The procedures and decisions related to Cyprus' largest energy project in Vasilikos are gaining significant attention....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/vasilikos-scandal-unveiled-€250-000-spent-recommendations-ignored
The decision made by the Nicos Anastasiades government in 2016 to shift away from failed attempts to introduce F.P. by constructing a terminal at Vasilikos initially offered hope for resolving an 11-year dilemma....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/why-marriage-shouldn-t-be-the-answer-to-€2b-loans
In 2023, Cyprus secured a substantial loan totaling €2.02 billion from the Bank of Cyprus, earmarking €510 million specifically for housing initiatives. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/what-is-nicos-anastasiades-afraid-of
According to a report written by Marina Economides and published in Kathimerini's Sunday edition, former President Nicos Anastasiades faces a challenging political landscape following his...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/fodder-for-the-beasts
Last week, Nicos Anastasiades demanded through his lawyer the withdrawal of the books of Makarios Drousiotis, an apology and compensation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicos-anastasiades-welcomes-investigation-into-allegations
In a written statement, former President Nicos Anastasiades welcomed the opening of the investigation into what he termed as "false and unsubstantiated allegations" contained in the book ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/un-envoy-cuellar-initiates-diplomatic-odyssey-in-cyprus-talks
Maria-Angela Olguin Cuellar has been in Athens since Monday morning, following her departure from Cyprus, where she engaged with key figures including the former President, Nikos Anastasiades......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/anastasiades-faces-golden-passport-scandal-investigation
The Economic Committee of the Parliament has approved the release of €1.04 million for procuring services for the Anti-Corruption Authority's investigations....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/mythologizing-nikos-koshis
The portrayal of Nikos Koshis as a role model for combating organized crime, being showcased on various TV stations whenever crime rates surge, has consistently caused me significant embarrassment....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/diversity-and-the-church
The ongoing discussion in Greece regarding same-sex couples and parenting is poised to capture the attention of the political leadership and Cypriot society at some point. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/a-government-on-fragile-ground
In May 2022, Nikos Christodoulides announced his candidacy for the Presidency of the Republic, only to be overshadowed by the revelation of a partially plagiarized speech from Ioannis Kasoulides during the 2008 presidential election....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/halloumi-exports-drop-by-10-amid-ongoing-dairy-industry-crisis
With a request to lift the decree 332/2023 of October 20th, for an increase in the percentage of goat-sheep milk to 19%, the cheesemakers are going to the Presidential Palace......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/politics-blog-king-charles-and-anastasiades
I came across the news that King Charles had bestowed an honor upon Anastasiades, and I must admit, at first I felt a shiver, then I was suddenly engulfed by a wave of both national and emotional sentiments....