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07 February, 2025
 

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1. Alexandroupolis and Cyprus in Ankara's ''crosshairs''

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/alexandroupolis-and-cyprus-in-ankara-s-crosshairs

From the upgrading of Alexandroupolis as a naval base to the military support of Cyprus, the strategic rearrangement of the region raises serious questions about the future security balances in the Mediterranean and the Balkans....

2. Trump wants US to ‘take over’ and ‘own’ Gaza in shocking proposal

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-wants-us-to-‘take-over-and-‘own-gaza-in-shocking-proposal

In a stunning policy shift, former U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a plan for the United States to ''take over'' and ''own'' Gaza, proposing a redevelopment initiative that he claims would turn the war-torn enclave into the ''Riviera of the Middle East.''...

3. Greek-ing the system: Trump’s Greek-American allies shape U.S. policy

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-ing-the-system-trump-s-greek-american-allies-shape-u-s-policy

Donald Trump’s administration is certainly influenced by several Greek Americans who are playing key roles in shaping U.S. policies. As Trump gets ready to be sworn in for his second term, these Greeks are not only helping to execute his vision but also ensuring that the U.S.-Greece relationship remains strong....

4. From non-aligned neutrality to pro-Western alignment

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/from-non-aligned-neutrality-to-pro-western-alignment

Cyprus’ foreign policy has undergone a significant transformation over the decades, moving from a stance of non-alignment to a strong pro-Western orientation, particularly after its accession to the European Union. This shift, however, was not a simple one and reflects the island’s unique political challenges....

5. Cyprus-U.S. relations grows under Biden, but what’s next with Trump?

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-u-s-relations-grows-under-biden-but-what-s-next-with-trump

In recent years, Cyprus and the United States have significantly strengthened their ties, with Joe Biden's administration taking bold steps to solidify the relationship....

6. Chaos erupts at Blinken's final press conference over Gaza ceasefire deal

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/chaos-erupts-at-blinken-s-final-press-conference-over-gaza-ceasefire-deal

Secretary of State Antony Blinken's final press conference turned chaotic on Thursday when security forcibly removed two individuals who disrupted the event, accusing the U.S. government of complicity in the ongoing violence in Gaza. ...

7. Turkey condemns U.S. military support for Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkey-condemns-u-s-military-support-for-cyprus

Turkey has voiced strong opposition to the Biden administration’s recent decision to include Cyprus in three U.S. defense programs, just hours before Joe Biden handed over the presidency to Donald Trump. ...

8. Israeli President’s visit sparks protests and political firestorm

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/israeli-president-s-visit-sparks-protests-and-political-firestorm

Israeli President Isaac Herzog is set to visit Cyprus today, meeting with President Nicos Christodoulides at the Presidential Palace....

9. Turkish FM Fidan visits occupied Cyprus amid key regional shifts

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkish-fm-fidan-visits-occupied-cyprus-amid-key-regional-shifts

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan’s two-day visit to the occupied territories, taking place today and tomorrow, is considered particularly significant. ...

10. ''He promised to help Cyprus''

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/1-he-promised-to-help-cyprus

When Jimmy Carter was elected president of the United States in 1976, Greek Cypriots had reason to be hopeful....

11. EU and Turkey edge closer to modernizing customs union

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-and-turkey-edge-closer-to-modernizing-customs-union

A significant effort is underway to modernize the Turkish Customs Union, a landmark economic arrangement that has governed trade between Turkey and the European Union (EU) since 1996. ...

12. 2025: A new chapter for Cyprus’s property market

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/2025-a-new-chapter-for-cyprus-s-property-market

2024 was both literally and figuratively a leap year. Metaphorically speaking, we anticipated this shift a year ago as we reflected on 2023 and made our predictions for the year ahead....

13. Cyprus steps up to protect religious minorities in the Middle East

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-steps-up-to-protect-religious-minorities-in-the-middle-east

In a region undergoing profound structural changes and historic power realignments, the Republic of Cyprus is not just observing the shifting dynamics, but actively seeking a role for itself in shaping the future....

14. Trump's plan to reclaim the Panama Canal raises eyebrows

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-s-plan-to-reclaim-the-panama-canal-raises-eyebrows

President-elect Donald Trump laid out a dramatic vision for his return to the White House during a speech in Phoenix, Arizona, mixing familiar promises with controversial new proposals....

15. Cyprus’ Deputy Minister for European Affairs outlines vision for 2026 EU Presidency

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-deputy-minister-for-european-affairs-outlines-vision-for-2026-eu-presidency

In an exclusive interview by Kathimerini's George Kakouris, Deputy Minister of State for European Affairs Marilena Raouna described the upcoming Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the EU in 2026 as both a significant challenge and an unparalleled opportunity....

16. President Christodoulides welcomes new ambassadors

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/president-christodoulides-welcomes-new-ambassadors

Yesterday, at the Presidential Palace in Nicosia, President Nikos Christodoulides welcomed a diverse group of new Ambassadors and High Commissioners to Cyprus in a ceremony that also highlighted the country's foreign policy priorities....

17. Cyprus MPs vote on major bills, including tax hikes and baby bonuses

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-mps-vote-on-major-bills-including-tax-hikes-and-baby-bonuses

The Cyprus Parliament was busy on Thursday, voting on a series of important bills that could reshape the island's economic landscape and support families....

18. The surprising rise of al-Jolani and its implications for Syria and Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/the-surprising-rise-of-al-jolani-and-its-implications-for-syria-and-cyprus

No one expected that al-Jolani, a man who began his journey in the Salafi jihadism of al-Qaeda’s Syrian branch, would lead such a counteroffensive from the anti-Assad Sunni opposition....

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

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

20.  Debate intensifies over proposed 5% tax on bank profits in Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/debate-intensifies-over-proposed-5-tax-on-bank-profits-in-cyprus

According to a report by Panayiotis Rougalas in today's 'Oikonomiki', a controversial proposal to introduce a 5% tax on bank profits in Cyprus is racing against time to be debated in Parliament before the Christmas recess....

21. EU eyes embassy staff cuts to refocus on strategic regions

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-eyes-embassy-staff-cuts-to-refocus-on-strategic-regions

The European Union is considering reducing staff at many of its embassies to refocus resources on strategically important regions, a move sparking concerns about its global influence, particularly in Africa and Latin America. ...

22. Trump plans massive tariffs on imports from Mexico, Canada, and China

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/trump-plans-massive-tariffs-on-imports-from-mexico-canada-and-china

In his latest announcement, President-elect Donald Trump has proposed steep tariff hikes on goods coming from Mexico, Canada, and China, set to begin on the first day of his administration...

23. Geoeconomic tensions and Cyprus: Staying the course amid challenges ahead

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/geoeconomic-tensions-and-cyprus-staying-the-course-amid-challenges-ahead

Geoeconomic fragmentation, the reversal of progress towards global economic and financial integration due to political and military conflict and strategic policy decisions, is rising....

24. Cyprus moves closer to NATO, talks begin on permanent U.S. military presence

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-moves-closer-to-nato-talks-begin-on-permanent-u-s-military-presence

According to an article written by Lena Argyris, Cyprus is strategically positioning itself for a potential future membership in NATO,...

25. Marco Rubio’s key role in U.S.-Cyprus -Greece relations

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/marco-rubio-s-key-role-in-u-s-cyprus-greece-relations

According to Lena Argiri of Kathimerini Greece, in early 2019, Marco Rubio, U.S. Senator from Florida, was approached by Gus Bilirakis, a fellow Republican U.S. Congressman, and members of the Greek-American lobby....

26. Cyprus reunification 'off the table', says former U.S. Ambassador, warns Europe not to rely on U.S.

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-reunification-off-the-table-says-former-u-s-ambassador-warns-europe-not-to-rely-on-u-s

A statesman, a diplomat, and a patriot, John Koenig is the epitome of dedication to service and diplomacy. With a career spanning over three decades, he has served in pivotal roles across the globe, from his time as U.S. Ambassador to Cyprus from 2012 to 2015 to his earlier postings in Belgium, Greece, Indonesia, Italy, and the Philippines. ...

27. Trump's re-election could reshape Cyprus talks and U.S.-Turkey relations

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-s-re-election-could-reshape-cyprus-talks-and-u-s-turkey-relations

The re-election of Donald Trump raises significant questions about the future of U.S. foreign policy, particularly in relation to Cyprus and U.S.-Turkish relations, according to Kathimerini's Yiannis Ioannou....

28. Trump's bold 'Day One' agenda: Immigration, gender policies, and foreign relations

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-s-bold-day-one-agenda-immigration-gender-policies-and-foreign-relations

President-elect Donald Trump has set an ambitious agenda for his first day in office, outlining policy goals on issues from immigration to energy and international relations. ...

29. Greek-American representation in congress grows with six new members

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-american-representation-in-congress-grows-with-six-new-members

Six Greek-Americans have been elected to the US House of Representatives in Tuesday’s presidential election, evenly representing the Democratic and Republican parties and strengthening the community’s voice in Congress by one....

30. Trump’s election shakes global dynamics and raises concerns in Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-s-election-shakes-global-dynamics-and-raises-concerns-in-cyprus

If anything was clear during the U.S. election campaign, it’s that this election isn’t just about the United States. ...

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