https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/suspect-in-hamas-linked-terror-case-released-on-€1-million-bond
The high-profile terrorism case that has raised security concerns in Cyprus and Greece took a new turn on Friday, after the Larnaca District Court ordered the release of a 54-year-old man under strict conditions, ruling that the evidence connecting him to the alleged plot showed weaknesses....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/does-money-bring-happiness
A colleague’s question at the office came completely by chance just a few hours after I watched a video of Mehmet from Kato Arodes saying, ''We didn’t have money, but we had everything.''...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ecb-raises-interest-rates-as-expected
Cypriot households with mortgages and loans may soon feel additional pressure on their monthly budgets after the European Central Bank (ECB) decided to raise interest rates by 0.25 percentage points, marking its first rate increase since September 2023....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/erdogan-warns-of-very-tough-response-if-turkish-cypriot-rights-are-violated
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has issued a strong warning over the Eastern Mediterranean, saying Turkey would respond ''very clearly and very toughly'' if what he described as the rights of Turkey and Turkish Cypriots are violated....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/thursday-forecast-sunshine-stays-in-charge-storms-remain-on-standby
If the weather forecast feels familiar by now, that's because Cyprus appears to have found its favourite summer playlist and put it on repeat....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-tells-europe-our-banks-are-stronger-than-ever
With the aim of improving Cyprus’ image as an international financial center and showcasing the progress made in the banking sector as well as the wider economy, representatives of Cypriot banks traveled to Brussels. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/deutsche-bank-sees-greek-banks-as-takeover-targets-with-bank-of-cyprus-in-view
Greek banks are attractive targets for mergers and acquisitions, according to Deutsche Bank, with Eurobank and Piraeus Bank standing out in particular. The bank also suggests that Bank of Cyprus could be a potential target for National Bank of Greece....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/ecb-set-for-two-rate-hikes-this-year-what-it-means-for-cypriots
The war in Iran may be happening hundreds of kilometers away, but for many people in Cyprus, its effects could soon be felt much closer to home, in their electricity bills, supermarket receipts, and even their mortgage payments....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/wednesday-forecast-summer-s-settled-into-a-familiar-rhythm
If Cyprus weather had a summer routine, it would look a lot like this: sunshine takes centre stage, the mountains get a little dramatic in the afternoon, and everyone pretends they're surprised when a thunderstorm suddenly appears....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/pippi-longstocking-and-the-moomins-in-cyprus-yes-and-the-kids-absolutely-loved-it
I’ll be honest, when I first heard about this, I didn’t think many kids in Cyprus would even know who Pippi Longstocking or the Moomins were....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/man-wanted-after-nearly-€10-million-worth-of-jewelry-allegedly-vanishes
Police in Limassol are searching for a 54-year-old man after a jewelry businessman reported that luxury items worth almost €10 million had allegedly disappeared....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/cyprus-and-europe-s-unfinished-question
Jean-Claude Juncker has with Cyprus what he himself describes as “a long-standing friendship.” A relationship that dates back to the earliest days of European enlargement and led him to follow the Cypriot question for more than a quarter of a century,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus–france-defense-ties-reach-new-level-with-landmark-military-cooperation-deal
A new chapter in Cyprus–France military relations has opened following the signing of a defense cooperation agreement between the two countries’ defense ministers on the sidelines of the EU Defense Ministers’ meeting held in Nicosia....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tuesday-forecast-another-warm-day-with-a-twist
The weather appears to have woken up undecided today. One moment it's serving classic Cyprus sunshine, the next it's threatening to throw a dramatic little thunderstorm into the mix. We wouldn't expect anything less from June....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/more-interest-rate-hikes-on-the-way-hitting-cypriot-borrowers-again
The last time the European Central Bank (ECB) raised interest rates was on September 20, 2023. But all signs suggest that another increase could be coming as early as next week....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/schengen-membership-but-how
On January 15, 2026, President Nikos Christodoulides said that ''a huge effort is underway, and by the end of 2025 we will have completed everything, with the aim that in 2026 the Republic of Cyprus will join the Schengen Area.''...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/building-a-home-in-cyprus-is-getting-more-expensive
Building a home in Cyprus has become noticeably more expensive over the past year, with construction material costs rising sharply and adding fresh pressure on property prices across the island....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/europe-s-earliest-sunrise-spot-gets-a-new-attraction-in-protaras
A newly installed landmark in Protaras is drawing attention to one of Cyprus’ most distinctive coastal viewpoints, where visitors can watch what is promoted as Europe’s first sunrise....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-arrests-lead-to-hamas-suspect-s-capture-in-crete
The 37-year-old man confessed that he is a member of Hamas, that he had contact with the suspects arrested in Cyprus, and that they intended to carry out a large-scale attack against Israeli-linked targets....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/diplomatica/cyprus-and-qatar-share-the-same-goal-stability
Diplomats are often judged not only by the positions they represent but also by their willingness to engage with the people and communities around them. Since arriving in Cyprus for his first posting on the island, Qatar’s ambassador, H.E. Yousef Sultan Laram, has made a noticeable effort to do just that, building connections, participating in some community events, and remaining accessible whenever possible.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/evgenii-tiapkin-‘there-is-no-equivalent-to-the-freedom-ecosystem-in-the-eu
Last Wednesday, 3 June, the President of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, arrived in Kazakhstan at the invitation of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, accompanied by a delegation of officials and representatives of the national business community. The heads of state held bilateral talks. The talks then continued in an expanded format with the participation of delegations from both countries, and a bilateral business forum was held on the same day. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-faces-eu-legal-action-over-renewable-energy-permit-delays
The European Commission has stepped up legal action against Cyprus over delays in adopting European Union rules intended to make it faster and easier to approve renewable energy projects....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/authorities-return-to-trozena-as-questions-grow-over-major-development-in-protected-area
A major development in the Trozena area is back under the spotlight, with Limassol authorities preparing to return to the site within days to check whether construction work has stopped after warnings over possible planning breaches....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-seeks-closer-ties-with-kazakhstan-in-trade-energy-and-tourism
Cyprus is seeking to strengthen its ties with Kazakhstan, with a focus on areas such as business, energy, tourism and investment, President Nikos Christodoulides said during high-level talks in Astana....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/veto-or-not
Events are unfolding quickly. Germany is stepping up its push for major institutional reforms within the European Union, with the primary goal of curbing the veto power of member states in critical foreign policy decisions. Cyprus needs to follow developments carefully, make full use of every diplomatic tool available within the European arena, and keep four facts in mind....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/freedom-holding-corp-reports-record-revenue-and-doubles-net-profit-in-fy2026
Freedom Holding Corp., the parent company of Freedom24, has reported record revenue and doubled its net profit for the 2026 fiscal year, which ended on 31 March 2026. The results were published on 1 June....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/zavrantonas-retrial-focuses-on-presidential-pardon-granted-to-protected-witness
Proceedings continued Tuesday before the Criminal Court in the retrial of George Christodoulou, known as "Zavrantonas," with arguments centering on the defense's request for documents related to the presidential pardon granted to the protected witness known as "Maronas."...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-puts-cyprus-back-in-safest-travel-category
The United States has lowered its travel advisory for Cyprus to Level 1, the lowest risk category in its travel warning system, marking a return to normal after months of heightened concern linked to regional instability in the Middle East.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/provocative-salaries-pensions-and-payouts-for-mps
One issue that has come back into focus is the generous pension package, lump-sum payments, and salaries enjoyed by members of the House of Representatives. Unsurprisingly, no MP has ever stepped forward to defend them....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/entrepreneurial-ambitions-rise-in-cyprus-but-barriers-to-growth-remain
Cypriots are expressing strong interest in entrepreneurship and increasing confidence in their ability to launch businesses, according to the latest Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) report for 2024/2025. Despite this positive outlook, several long-standing challenges continue to limit the number of new companies being established....
