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1. Greek Navy’s new frigates: A tribute to heroes from ancient history

The Greek Navy’s ambitious construction program for its 3+1 state-of-the-art Belharra frigates is well underway in Lorient, France. These advanced naval assets are set to significantly enhance the Greek Navy's operational capabilities, extending its reach far beyond the Aegean Sea....

2. Turkey’s ''Blue Homeland 2025'' sends ripples across troubled waters

Turkey is gearing up for its annual naval exercise, “Blue Homeland 2025,” a massive military display set to unfold across the Aegean, Mediterranean, and Black Sea regions from January 7 to 16....

3. 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. ...

4. Cutting-edge American rifles boost Cyprus' security forces

According to a report by Kathimerini reporter Yiannis Ioannou, the ties between the United States and Cyprus continue to grow stronger, now making a practical impact on the field....

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

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

6.  Turkey warns Cyprus over missile system, cites arms race risk

Turkey has strongly criticized Cyprus’s integration of the advanced Barak MX anti-aircraft missile system into its National Guard, calling the move a threat to regional stability. ...

7. Cyprus activates high-tech air defense: A new shield in the skies

Nicosia has taken a major step toward strengthening its air defenses with the activation of the Israeli-built Barak MX system, often compared to Israel’s renowned Iron Dome. ...

8. 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....

9. Cyprus to host ''Battlefield Redefined 2024'' defence conference

The conference will explore cutting-edge topics, including artificial intelligence (AI), unmanned aerial and ground vehicles (UAVs and UGVs), cybersecurity, missile systems, electronic warfare, satellite technologies, and more....

10. 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....

11. Turkey slams EU maritime map, escalating tensions with Greece and Cyprus

Turkey has voiced sharp criticism of a European Commission map delineating potential maximum maritime zones for Greece, calling it an affront to its territorial claims in the Eastern Mediterranean....

12. 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. ...

13. 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. ...

14. 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)....

15. Ankara ''closely monitors'' weapon system renewal processes

The spokesperson for the Turkish Ministry of Defense stated during the weekly press briefing that Ankara is "closely monitoring" the process of renewing weapon systems....

16. Storm wreaks havoc in Limassol and Paphos, floods hospital and damages farms

A powerful storm on Saturday brought significant damage to Cyprus, with Limassol and Paphos provinces hit hardest....

17. North Korea sends 10,000 troops to aid Russia, sparking international alarm

Western leaders say North Korea has sent roughly 10,000 soldiers to bolster Russia’s military campaign in Ukraine, a move Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says risks escalating the conflict beyond Ukrainian borders....

18. Cyprus under siege as cyberattacks raise alarms

Since October 17, hackers have been launching a series of targeted attacks on various organizations and companies across Cyprus, sparking public debate about the country's ability to fend off cyber threats. ...

19. Over 100 US troops deployed to Israel as war in Gaza escalates

The United States is deploying one of its most advanced missile defense systems, along with approximately 100 troops, to Israel, deepening its involvement in the escalating conflict in the Middle East ahead of an expected Israeli offensive on Iran, according to U.S. media reports. ...

20. Cyprus chosen as base for Belgian military operation to rescue nationals from Lebanon

Belgium's federal government is deploying troops to Cyprus on Thursday in preparation for the possible evacuation of Belgian citizens from Lebanon, as tensions rise in the region, Belgian Defense Minister Ludivine Dedonder told Belga news agency....

21. Cypriots evacuated from Lebanon with help from Greek Air Force (vid)

A Greek Air Force C-130 aircraft arrived in Cyprus on Thursday, safely evacuating 38 Cypriot citizens from Lebanon, following a request through the Embassy of the Republic of Cyprus in Beirut....

22. 45 Cypriots set to return from Lebanon via Greek military aircraft

Forty-five Cypriots have expressed interest in being repatriated from Lebanon, according to Theodoros Gotsis, Press Spokesman for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs....

23. Israeli airstrike hits Beirut, killing six in escalating conflict

Israel bombed central Beirut early Thursday, killing at least six people, following its deadliest day on the Lebanese front in a year of clashes with Hezbollah. ...

24. Lights in sky over Cyprus linked to Iranian missile launches, no immediate threat (video)

Cyprus residents reported seeing bright lights in the sky on Tuesday night, which may be linked to the debris from Iranian ballistic missiles launched toward Israel. ...

25. IDF claims significant strikes: At least 44 killed in recent attacks on Hezbollah

Israel’s military carried out dozens of strikes on Hezbollah targets early Sunday, as reports surfaced of the assassinations of two more senior Hezbollah commanders following the killing of the militant group's leader, Hassan Nasrallah, in a southern Beirut suburb....

26. Israel claims Hezbollah leader Nasrallah killed in airstrike

27. Israeli airstrikes kill 492 in Lebanon, deadliest day since 2006

The conflict between Israel and Hezbollah escalated to its most lethal point in years on Monday, as Israeli airstrikes killed 492 people in Lebanon......

28. Odysseas Michaelides removed: Court cites breach of public trust

The court’s extensive ruling regarding the dismissal of Odysseas Michaelides from the role of Auditor General introduces new legal precedents concerning the public conduct of institutional figures and those tasked with serving the public interest....

29. The fall of a man who held the powerful accountable

In the famous film ''Dead Poet's Society'', Welton is an exclusive private boarding school for the American elite, where tradition reigns supreme. The school is conservative and strict, with its main values encapsulated in the motto: ''Tradition, Honor, Discipline, Excellence.''...

30. Hezbollah and Israel trade heavy fire as conflict escalates

Hezbollah and Israel exchanged intense fire Sunday, with the Lebanese militant group launching rockets deep into northern Israel following one of the heaviest bombardments of the year....