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1. Cyprus serves as lifeline amid Israel-Iran crisis

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-serves-as-lifeline-amid-israel-iran-crisis

As the Israel-Iran crisis reached its peak over the past two weeks, with direct military confrontation and U.S. involvement, Cyprus once again played a small but effective role in the safe evacuation of civilians. ...

2. Cyprus offers support as wildfire rages in Chios

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-offers-support-as-wildfire-rages-in-chios

Cyprus has expressed readiness to assist Greece in battling a large wildfire on the island of Chios, authorities said Monday....

3. Pakistan nominates Donald Trump for Nobel Peace Prize

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/pakistan-nominates-donald-trump-for-nobel-peace-prize

Pakistan has formally nominated U.S. President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize, citing his “decisive diplomatic intervention” during a major flare-up of violence with India earlier this year....

4. Cypriots brace for impact as fuel prices set to jump after Mideast strikes

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriots-brace-for-impact-as-fuel-prices-set-to-jump-after-mideast-strikes

Drivers in Cyprus may soon feel a serious pinch at the pump, as fuel prices are expected to rise significantly in the coming days following Israel’s military strike on Iran and the resulting spike in global oil prices....

5. Cyprus activates emergency council as Middle East tensions explode

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-activates-emergency-council-as-middle-east-tension-explode

Cyprus is stepping up emergency measures following Israel’s military strike on Iran, with President Nikos Christodoulides convening an urgent meeting of the National Security Council on Friday afternoon, officials confirmed....

6. Four aircraft deployed to battle new fire front in Limassol

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/four-aircraft-deployed-to-battle-new-fire-front-in-limassol

A new wildfire has broken out near the Ayios Sylas industrial area in Limassol, prompting an immediate response from firefighting crews....

7. Buffer zone tensions and crossing point deadlocks test peace process

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/buffer-zone-tensions-and-crossing-point-deadlocks-test-peace-process

The period following the informal five-party summit in Geneva and the subsequent meeting of the two Cypriot leaders on the island is shaping up to be a diplomatically crucial time. ...

8. Attempted murder charges loom over flare incident at football match

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/attempted-murder-charges-loom-over-flare-incident-at-football-match

What started as an ordinary football game between AEL and Apollon in Limassol quickly turned into a dramatic and dangerous incident, leaving one policeman injured and the AEL indoor stadium vandalized....

9. 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....

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

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/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....

11. Fatal fire at Aradippou factory leaves one dead

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fatal-fire-at-aradippou-factory-leaves-one-dead

A fire that broke out Sunday morning at a two-story styrofoam factory in the Aradippou Free Industrial Zone has turned tragic after a severely charred body was discovered on the ground floor....

12. Aircraft deployed to combat Paphos fire after Limassol flames tamed

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/aircraft-deployed-to-combat-paphos-fire-after-limassol-flames-tamed

A new wildfire has broken out in the Paphos district, specifically in the Pittokopos area, just hours after a blaze in Limassol was brought under control....

13. Tensions flare over Auditor General appointment threat

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tensions-flare-over-auditor-general-appointment-threat

Cyprus is facing a political storm after DIKO MP Zacharias Koulias repeated his threat to appoint a new auditor general while temporarily leading Parliament next week, ...

14. Clashes halt Limassol derby, police and fans blame each other

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/clashes-halt-limassol-derby-police-and-fans-blame-each-other

Despite declarations from authorities and the government to crack down on hooliganism and sports-related violence, the new football season in Cyprus has already been marred by widespread unrest. ...

15. British tech mogul Mike Lynch missing after superyacht sinks in freak Sicilian storm

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/british-tech-mogul-mike-lynch-missing-after-superyacht-sinks-in-freak-sicilian-storm

British tech magnate Mike Lynch and five others remain missing after their luxury superyacht sank during a freak storm off the coast of Sicily early Monday, Italian authorities reported. ...

16. Power issue may have sparked deadliest wildfire in Greece

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/power-issue-may-have-sparked-deadliest-wildfire-in-greece

Investigators suspect a faulty power cable may have caused Greece’s worst wildfire this year, said sources close to a probe over the blaze that killed one woman and torched 10,000 hectares near Athens, covering a total area about the size of Paris....

17. Firefighters tackle 45 fires in Evia, 37 contained

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/firefighters-tackle-45-fires-in-evia-37-contained

Firefighters in Evia battled flames throughout the night, with aerial units resuming operations at dawn. ...

18. APOEL seals win over AEK with victorious night of celebration (Vids)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/apoel-seals-win-over-aek-with-victorious-night-of-celebration-vids

APOEL clinched victory in the Cyprus Cup last night, triumphing over AEK in a thrilling match. After the trophy presentation, jubilant fans and members of the APOEL community spilled outside, where celebrations continued late into the night....

19. Cyprus faces early wildfire scare amid resource shortage

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-faces-early-wildfire-scare-amid-resource-shortage

According to Kathimerini reporter Ioanna Kyriakou, this April has brought a sense of deja vu to Cyprus, reminiscent of June and early summer. A massive fire erupted on Wednesday morning in the Parekklisia state forest in Limassol district,...

20. Greek Cypriots and foreigners clash in Paphos

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-cypriots-and-foreigners-clash-in-paphos

Violent clashes erupted Monday night in the Paphos District of Cyprus between Greek Cypriots and foreigners, with video footage capturing the chaotic scenes, including individuals brandishing offensive weapons....

21. House President praises France’s support for Cyprus in Paris meetings

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/house-president-praises-france-s-support-for-cyprus-in-paris-meetings

The strategic cooperation between Cyprus and France in the key sectors of security, defence, energy, tourism, trade and education and the mutual will to further deepen them, were emphasised by the President of the Parliament Annita Demetriou and French officials, with whom she met on Wednesday as part of her visit to France....

22. Super League matches go silent for two months

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/super-league-matches-go-silent-for-two-months

The Greek government has asked the Super League to hold championship matches without spectators for two months because of the risk of trouble....

23. Evros wildfire recedes, but 93,000 hectares lost

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/evros-wildfire-recedes-but-93-000-hectares-lost

The wildfire in Evros, in northeastern Greece, where firefighting efforts continue for the 17th consecutive day, is abating on Monday....

24. Greeks fight on amidst devastating wildfires

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greeks-fight-on-amidst-devastating-wildfires

Greek authorities reinforced firefighting forces in the northeastern part of the country Monday, where a massive deadly wildfire was burning for a 10th day with no signs of abating....

25. Desperate battle against unyielding fires rages on

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/desperate-battle-against-unyielding-fires-rages-on

Greece is grappling with an ongoing state of fire as blazes continue to ravage several regions....

26. Limassol fire under control as support aircraft depart

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/limassol-fire-under-control-as-support-aircraft-depart

The recent fire that swept through the semi-mountainous region of Limassol is now contained, according to Andreas Kettis, spokesperson for the Fire Service. Kettis conveyed to CNA on Wednesday that while the situation is under control, firefighting units will remain on-site to address any potential flare-ups....

27. Greek and Israeli aircraft tackle Limassol wildfire, flare-ups controlled

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-and-israeli-aircraft-tackle-limassol-wildfire-flare-ups-controlled

Two Greek Canadair planes and an Israeli aircraft commenced operations on Tuesday morning in the Limassol district, where a massive fire has scorched a 10-square-kilometer area. While minor flare-ups were detected last night, swift action from ground forces contained the situation....

28. Hellish hooligan mayhem prompts new debate

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hellish-hooligan-mayhem-prompts-new-debate

A new hellish mayhem took place at a basketball game on Sunday in Nicosia, with hooligans turning the arena into a battlefield and police rejecting criticism and pointing the finger at a serious social problem...

29. President and political parties condemn 'Grivas' protests

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/president-and-political-parties-condemn-grivas-protests

President of the Republic Nicos Anastasiades has strongly condemned Thursday’s protests outside the House of Representatives over its decision to end funding to activities commemorating EOKA leader Georgios Grivas....

30. Police gun drawn outside football stadium stirs debate

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-gun-drawn-outside-football-stadium-stirs-debate

A viral photo showing a police officer holding his firearm outside a football stadium in Cyprus has prompted the reaction of a law enforcement association that suggests proportional response to out-of-control football hooliganism could warrant the use of a lethal weapon...

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