https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/visa-free-u-s-travel-and-direct-flights-top-amcham-s-cyprus-wish-list
A policy study by the American Chamber of Commerce in Cyprus (AmCham), which is part of the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI), focuses on specific initiatives to further strengthen and deepen relations between the Republic of Cyprus and the United States....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-looks-to-japan-for-closer-ties-in-shipping-business-and-education
Japan may be far from Cyprus, but shipping, business and higher education are giving the two island countries reasons to work more closely together....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/george-metzakis-ceo-of-cyta-joins-techisland-s-board-of-directors
TechIsland®, Cyprus’ largest technology association, announces the appointment of George Metzakis, CEO of Cyta, to its Board of Directors.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/diplomatica/rubio-marks-independence-day-with-message-of-stronger-u-s-cyprus-ties
The United States marked Cyprus’ Independence Day with a message that put the growing relationship between the two countries front and center, highlighting a partnership extending from regional security to classrooms and business opportunities....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cabinet-approves-seven-measures-to-ease-cost-of-living-pressures
On Wednesday, the Cabinet approved seven proposals by the Finance Minister aimed at easing cost-of-living pressures, with the new measures carrying a total cost of €70 million....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/second-dead-bird-tested-for-h5n1-as-athalassa-visitors-urged-to-stay-away
A second dead bird found at Athalassa lake is being tested for H5N1 bird flu, days after Cyprus confirmed its first case of the highly infectious strain in a goose from the same area....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/u-s-troops-leave-iraq-shifting-the-regional-balance-toward-iran
The United States completed the withdrawal of its remaining troops from Iraq on Wednesday, closing another chapter in a military involvement that began with the invasion that toppled Saddam Hussein 23 years ago....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hijack-alarm-sends-fighter-jets-scrambling-but-flydubai-scare-ends-safely
A Flydubai passenger plane flying from Dubai to Tel Aviv made an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia on Wednesday after an alert initially raised fears that the aircraft had been hijacked....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/bird-flu-detected-in-goose-at-athalassa-park
A case of H5N1 bird flu has been detected in a goose found at the lake in Athalassa National Forest Park, the Veterinary Services said Tuesday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/terror-scare-at-uk-air-base-puts-akrotiri-s-growing-military-role-in-focus
British counterterrorism police arrested the five men after receiving information that three vans were travelling toward RAF Fairford, a U.S.-operated military base used in strikes against Iran....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/when-one-nicosia-mayor-walked-out-the-other-followed
Sometimes solidarity means showing up. This time, it meant walking out....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-business-and-residents-group-calls-for-mayor-s-resignation
A representative committee speaking on behalf of shopkeepers, residents, small business owners and property owners in Nicosia’s historic commercial centre has called for Mayor Charalambos Prountzos to resign over his handling of plans to redevelop the capital’s pedestrianised streets....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eurobank-sets-its-sights-on-abu-dhabi-after-mumbai-expansion
It is becoming increasingly clear that banks are looking to establish representative offices in markets beyond the countries where they already operate, aiming to expand their business and, ultimately, increase profits....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/after-years-of-talk-cyprus-tells-chevron-it-is-time-to-turn-aphrodite-into-gas
Cyprus has spent years talking about the natural gas beneath its waters. Now, President Nikos Christodoulides says it is time to move from plans and promises to actual production....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/four-passengers-kicked-off-larnaca-flight-after-refusing-to-stop-vaping
Passengers travelling from Larnaca to Birmingham faced an unexpected delay after four people allegedly refused to stop using electronic cigarettes on board....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/israeli-investment-and-migration-reshape-cyprus-property-market
The Republic of Cyprus is seeing a growing Israeli presence as more Israelis buy homes, establish businesses and invest in large-scale developments, with some choosing to make the island their permanent home....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/transport-minister-tours-dp-world-limassol-terminal
The Minister of Transport, Communications and Works, Ms Evi Tsolaki, paid an introductory visit to DP World Limassol’s terminal at Limassol Port on Friday, her first since assuming office. During the visit, the Minister met with representatives of DP World Limassol and P&O Maritime and was briefed on their respective operations at Limassol Port.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/europe-flew-more-this-august-cyprus-went-the-other-way
Europe’s skies were busier this summer, but Cyprus was one of the few countries moving in the opposite direction....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-may-have-been-a-stopover-in-record-ketamine-shipment
Cyprus may not have been the final destination for the record ketamine shipment uncovered in Limassol....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-firms-face-tougher-checks-on-business-with-greece
Cyprus has been included on a 42-country list that will bring certain transactions with Greek businesses under closer tax scrutiny. But the decision does not mean Greece has accused Cyprus, or every company based here, of tax evasion....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/morocco-and-israel-move-to-full-diplomatic-ties-despite-gaza-tensions
Israel and Morocco have agreed to open full embassies and exchange ambassadors, pushing their relationship to its highest diplomatic level since the two countries restored ties nearly six years ago....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/masked-riders-open-fire-on-limassol-building
Police are searching for two people believed to have opened fire on a commercial building in Limassol’s Linopetra area late Wednesday night....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/carney-urges-cyprus-and-nine-eu-states-to-ratify-canada-trade-deal
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has called on Cyprus and nine other EU member states to ratify the European Union’s trade agreement with Canada, as Ottawa looks to strengthen its economic and political links with Europe while relations with Washington continue to deteriorate....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-and-us-put-closer-ties-on-the-table
Diplomatic meetings often come wrapped in broad statements about friendship and cooperation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/bad-loans-weigh-heavily-on-the-courts
Cases involving non-performing loans appear to be placing an increasing burden on Cyprus’ already strained court system, even as the net book value of all loans managed by credit-acquiring companies has fallen to €2.8 billion....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/eight-countryside-restaurants-putting-a-fresh-spin-on-cyprus-dining
The Cypriot countryside is becoming home to a growing number of restaurants that are challenging expectations about village dining....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/houthis-used-claude-ai-to-help-build-missile-guidance-systems
A cell believed to be linked to Yemen’s Houthi rebels used Claude AI to help develop the software needed to guide and control missiles, according to a new Anthropic threat report cited by the Financial Times....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-hidden-business-selling-youth-for-thousands
The hugely popular entertainer (who wished to remain anonymous) could barely keep up with calls from journalists on Thursday. They wanted a comment about Giorgos Mazonakis, whom he knew, but he politely declined to speak about to anyone....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-tourism-in-2026-peak-season-recovery-narrows-the-gap
Cyprus tourism entered 2026 after a record 2025, when arrivals reached 4.53 million. Renewed instability in the Middle East then disrupted travel sentiment and reduced arrivals sharply in March and April. By July, however, the picture had improved: arrivals were only 1.1% below July 2025, following a 1.7% decline in June, compared with contractions of 30.7% in March and 27.6% in April.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/political-fireworks-and-the-reality-of-the-british-bases
Following the drone strike on RAF Akrotiri on March 2, 2026, the President of the Republic chose, through his public statements, to reopen the issue of the status of the Bases in a way that suggested he was putting their “sovereignty” on the table. When directly asked whether he wanted the Bases to leave the island, Nikos Christodoulides carefully avoided giving a clear answer....
