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1. Trump sanctions ICC in defense of Netanyahu

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-sanctions-icc-in-defense-of-netanyahu

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has imposed sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC), blasting its actions as ''illegal and unjustifiable'' after it issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant....

2. Greek Defense Minister Dendias in Cyprus to strengthen military ties

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-defense-minister-dendias-in-cyprus-to-strengthen-military-ties

Greece’s Minister of National Defence, Nikos Dendias, is in Cyprus on Wednesday for a series of high-level meetings, including talks with President Nikos Christodoulides and his Cypriot counterpart, Vasilis Palmas....

3. EU warns of strong response to possible US tariffs

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....

4. Trump seeks approval for $1 billion arms sale to Israel

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-seeks-approval-for-$1-billion-arms-sale-to-israel

The Trump administration has formally asked Congress to approve a $1 billion arms package for Israel, including thousands of bombs and heavy-duty engineering equipment, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal on Monday....

5. €14.7 million U.S.-backed upgrade to transform Cyprus airbase

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/€14-7-million-u-s-backed-upgrade-to-transform-cyprus-airbase

The official announcement regarding the upgrade of the ''Andreas Papandreou'' airbase by the U.S. undoubtedly strengthens bilateral relations between the two countries....

6. Aegean tensions and Cyprus’ energy ambitions

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/aegean-tensions-and-cyprus-energy-ambitions

While Cyprus advances its energy ambitions, tensions between Greece and Turkey over the Aegean Sea persist....

7. 435th Squadron at Papandreou Base for infrastructure upgrade

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/435th-squadron-at-papandreou-base-for-infrastructure-upgrade

An assessment team from the 435th U.S. Air Force Emergency Response Support Squadron is visiting Cyprus this week....

8. Golden passport scandal: Trial postponed for ex-Minister and associates

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/golden-passport-scandal-trial-postponed-for-ex-minister-and-associates

The high-profile case involving naturalizations under the Cyprus Investment Program has been postponed, with proceedings now set to resume on March 18, 2025....

9. Poland to prioritize security on all fronts during its EU presidency

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!”...

10. 2024: A year of change and controversy in Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/2024-a-year-of-change-and-controversy-in-cyprus

2024 was a year of upheaval and drama for Cyprus, marked by significant changes, political reshuffling, court decisions, and constitutional challenges. The events listed below highlight some of the most important moments that defined the year. ...

11. Cyprus risks losing grip on 'interconnector' amid French power move

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-risks-losing-grip-on-interconnector-amid-french-power-move

A reported agreement between Greece’s ADMIE and French investment fund Meridiam could alter the energy landscape of the Eastern Mediterranean, especially for Cyprus....

12. Israel seizes Golan Heights buffer zone after Assad's fall

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/israel-seizes-golan-heights-buffer-zone-after-assad-s-fall

After the fall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad’s regime, Israel seized control of a crucial buffer zone in the Golan Heights, an area that has been a source of ongoing geopolitical tension....

13. Cyprus and Jordan strengthen defence ties

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-and-jordan-strengthen-defence-ties

Cyprus and Jordan have strengthened their military partnership with a new Defence Cooperation Agreement, signed during Defence Minister Vassilis Palmas' visit to Amman on Wednesday....

14. British PM finally visits Cyprus – 53 years later, and just in time for more leaks

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/british-pm-finally-visits-cyprus-–-53-years-later-and-just-in-time-for-more-leaks

The British Prime Minister is in Cyprus today for a working visit. The last time a British Prime Minister visited Cyprus was 53 years ago. Yes, you’re thinking what we’re all thinking: before the Turkish invasion of 1974. ...

15. UK Prime Minister and Cyprus President tackle key issues

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/uk-prime-minister-and-cyprus-president-tackle-key-issues

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s visit to Cyprus on Monday was more than just a diplomatic formality — it was a historic moment. ...

16. UK’s Keir Starmer heads to Cyprus , first visit of its kind in over 50 years

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/uk-s-keir-starmer-heads-to-cyprus-first-visit-of-its-kind-in-over-50-years

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is set to visit Nicosia on Tuesday, December 10, marking an important step in strengthening ties between the United Kingdom and Cyprus. ...

17. End of an era as Assad flees Syria amid government collapse

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/end-of-an-era-assad-flees-syria-as-government-collapses

In a dramatic and swift turn of events, the Syrian government has collapsed, marking the end of the Assad family's 50-year rule....

18. Notre Dame reopens to global dignitaries

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/notre-dame-reopens-to-global-dignitaries

The iconic Notre Dame Cathedral reopened to global acclaim, marking a monumental milestone since the devastating fire of 2019....

19. Tensions flare in Baltic Sea after Russian warship fires on German helicopter

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tensions-flare-in-baltic-sea-after-russian-warship-fires-on-german-helicopter

A tense encounter between a Russian warship and a German helicopter has reportedly taken place in the Baltic Sea, sparking concern over rising tensions in the region....

20. The International Criminal Court is another casualty of October 7

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/the-international-criminal-court-is-another-casualty-of-october-7

In 1998, at the time of the adoption of the Statute of the International Criminal Court, the head of Israel's delegation, Judge Eli Nathan, expressed both hope and fear for its future. ...

21. NATO, foxes, and airbags: Cyprus' political circus rolls on

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/nato-foxes-and-airbags-cyprus-political-circus-rolls-on

Christodoulides is trying to get us into NATO, Mitsotakis is working behind the scenes to help us, AKEL is having a meltdown, Turkey is telling us to forget about it, and the Fox from Argaka (Averof Neofytou) is shouting that the idea was his....

22. Israeli Embassy slams ICC's arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/israeli-embassy-slams-icc-s-arrest-warrants-for-netanyahu-and-gallant

In a strong rebuttal to the International Criminal Court's (ICC) recent arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, the Israeli Embassy in Cyprus accused the court of undermining its own credibility and legitimacy....

23. FT: ICC issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ft-icc-issues-arrest-warrants-for-netanyahu-and-gallant

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former defense minister Yoav Gallant, accusing them of crimes against humanity and war crimes related to the war in Gaza....

24. Road to nowhere as Paphos-Polis project hits a dead end

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/road-to-nowhere-as-paphos-polis-project-hits-a-dead-end

The long-awaited Paphos-Polis Chrysochous road project has hit a major roadblock, with construction halted at just 21% completion and the Republic of Cyprus now facing legal challenges from the former contractor, INTRAKAT. ...

25. Ukraine strikes Russian base with US-supplied ATACMS missiles

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ukraine-strikes-russian-base-with-us-supplied-atcms-missiles

For the first time, Ukraine has used U.S.-supplied ATACMS long-range ballistic missiles to strike Russian territory, targeting a military installation near the town of Karachev in the Bryansk region....

26. Greece revamps military for speed, efficiency, and tech

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greece-revamps-military-for-speed-efficiency-and-tech

In a sweeping overhaul of its military structure, Greece is set to streamline its armed forces with a bold new ''Force Structure'' plan....

27. Turkey raises concerns over U.S. presence in Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkey-raises-concerns-over-u-s-presence-in-cyprus

Turkish pro-government media are increasingly discussing the ''replacement'' of the British Bases (SBA) in Cyprus by the United States and the ''encirclement'' of Turkey by America, citing US bases in Alexandroupolis, Larissa, Crete, and Cyprus. ...

28. The declaration of the TRNC: A turning point in the Cyprus conflict

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-declaration-of-the-trnc-a-turning-point-in-the-cyprus-conflict

On 15 November 1983, the Turkish Cypriot side unilaterally declared the occupied territories as the "Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus" (TRNC)....

29. Romania marks 106 years since the 'Great Union' at diplomatic reception in Nicosia

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/romania-marks-106-years-since-the-great-union-at-diplomatic-reception-in-nicosia

The Embassy of Romania in Nicosia hosted a special event on November 12, 2024, to celebrate Romania’s National Day and the strong ties between Romania and Cyprus....

30. Israeli soccer fans attacked in Amsterdam, evacuations underway

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/israeli-soccer-fans-attacked-in-amsterdam-evacuations-underway

Israeli soccer fans were attacked in Amsterdam overnight Thursday, following a Europa League match between Maccabi Tel Aviv and Ajax, prompting the Israeli government to dispatch planes to evacuate its citizens....

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