https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/limnes-migrant-centre-in-larnaca-to-be-completed-by-year-end-photos
The new Limnes Accommodation Centre, designed to house applicants for international protection and those awaiting repatriation, is set to be completed by the end of 2023. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hunters-meet-with-justice-minister-to-discuss-anti-poaching-efforts
The fight against poaching was the central topic of a meeting Monday between the Hunting Federation and the Minister of Justice....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/a-week-in-cyprus-broken-promises-electricity-woes-and-a-valentine-s-day-summit
The government keeps repeating the same promises, but according to DISY, that won’t be enough to convince the public. But why not? Repetition helps people absorb information, right? ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/1-doctor-fired-for-bribery-over-patient-s-surgery
A government doctor in Cyprus has been accused of bribery, following claims that he demanded money from a patient's family without issuing any receipts....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/sweden-moves-to-strip-citizenship-for-national-security-threats
Sweden’s political parties have reached a consensus that dual citizens who commit crimes threatening national security should lose their citizenship. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/make-police-great-again-cyprus-new-political-party-takes-a-stand-on-police-actions
The unfortunate case of the foreigner, whose body was found with a bullet from a police officer’s gun, has led to the discovery of yet another Cypriot political party: the United Cypriot Republican Party, ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/cyprus-justice-system-meets-police-academy
Former Justice Minister Nikos Kosis likened recent prisoner escapes to a slapstick comedy featuring Thanasis Veggos, the beloved Greek comedian. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/a-force-under-pressure-can-the-police-reform-before-it-s-too-late
The government seems to be giving the Police Force’s leadership and its political supervisor some time to make meaningful changes to address both the lack of efficiency and corruption within the Force. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/despite-arrest-warrant-netanyahu-granted-free-access-to-auschwitz-ceremony
Poland has confirmed that it will grant Israeli officials, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, free access to the upcoming 80th anniversary commemoration of the Auschwitz-Birkenau liberation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/1-greece-mourns-former-prime-minister-costas-simitis
The Greek government has declared four days of national mourning following the death of former prime minister Costas Simitis, with a state funeral to honor his legacy....
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....
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.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-biggest-corruption-cases-head-towards-a-verdict-in-2025
The Independent Anti-Corruption Authority is gearing up for a pivotal 2025, with several high-profile investigations nearing their conclusions....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-increases-fines-for-mobile-phone-use-while-driving
In a move to curb road fatalities, the Road Safety Council of Cyprus has unanimously decided to sharply increase penalties for serious traffic violations, effective immediately....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/elpis-is-a-lifeline-for-victims-of-domestic-violence
The “ELPIS” application, designed specifically for victims of domestic violence at high risk, will become operational in the coming days....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/1-heartbreak-in-cyprus-36-year-old-mother-dies-two-days-after-giving-birth
A community is in mourning following the tragic death of 36-year-old Stella Michael, who passed away just two days after giving birth to her second child....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/from-apostolos-andreas-bus-breakdown-to-political-meltdowns
A pilgrimage to Apostolos Andreas—may his blessings abound—took an unexpected turn when the bus broke down. ...
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....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-in-mourning-as-four-young-lives-lost-in-weekend-crashes
Cyprus was left in shock on November 17 after two tragic road accidents claimed the lives of four young people, leaving a nation grieving and demanding answers, according to 24News' Stella Markou....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/soula-hadjikyriakou-veteran-journalist-and-documentarian-dies-after-battle-with-cancer
Soula Hadjikyriakou, a celebrated journalist known for her dedication to truth and her tireless pursuit of impactful storytelling, passed away after a prolonged battle with cancer. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/parliament-considers-chemical-castration-for-child-sex-offenders
Cyprus is set to debate a bill that could bring chemical castration as a sentencing option for convicted child sex offenders, according to a report by Pavlos Neophytou in this Sunday's Kathimerini. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tensions-ease-in-deneia-as-turkish-troops-farmers-withdraw-amid-un-monitoring
Turkish soldiers and farmers who had gathered in the buffer zone near Deneia early Wednesday have withdrawn after blocking Greek Cypriot farmers from accessing their fields, according to local authorities.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/president-christodoulides-no-tolerance-for-corruption-in-sports
President of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, made it clear that the country has zero tolerance for corruption and match-fixing in sports during the opening of the National School of Ethics at the Presidential Palace on Monday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkish-exile-fethullah-gulen-erdoğan-s-rival-dies-at-83
Fethullah Gülen, the Turkish scholar and preacher accused by Ankara......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/katz-to-erdogan-take-back-your-murderer-friend-in-fiery-social-media-post
Israel’s Foreign Minister Israel Katz, who was the first public official to announce the death of Yahya Sinwar, took to social media today with a harsh message directed at Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/samaras-warns-of-cyprus-partition-and-calls-for-justice-in-emotional-speech
Former Greek Prime Minister Antonis Samaras, speaking at a ''Woman of the Year'' event in Cyprus, delivered a powerful message on the Cyprus problem. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greece-rejects-six-nautical-mile-concessions-with-turkey
Greece has firmly ruled out any compromise on reducing its territorial waters to six nautical miles in its ongoing dispute with Turkey, a senior government official said, dispelling speculation about potential concessions ahead of crucial diplomatic talks....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/european-court-ruling-hits-cyprus-over-refugee-return-case
The past week has been a striking blow to the politics of Nikos Nouris, his supporters, and potential successors....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/attorney-general-and-auditor-general-vow-strong-cooperation
Attorney General George Savvidis and newly appointed Auditor General Andreas Papaconstantinou are determined to work closely together for a smooth and effective partnership. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ministers-back-lgbtqi-strategy-in-cyprus
The Cyprus Council of Ministers approved Wednesday the creation of a National Strategy focused on the LGBTQI community. ...