https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-transfers-seized-iranian-arms-to-aid-ukraine-s-defense
US Central Command (CENTCOM) revealed on Tuesday that the United States has transferred a substantial arsenal, including machine guns, sniper rifles, rocket launchers, and ammunition, seized from Iran to Ukraine....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/occupied-territories-are-a-black-hole-for-illicit-funds
The recent update to the US-UK sanctions list, active since last April and aimed at Russia, continues to scrutinize Cypriot-based entities suspected of violating the Russian embargo. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/senator-menendez-faces-new-obstruction-charges-in-growing-legal-saga
In a recent development, U.S. Senator Bob Menendez and his wife are facing obstruction of justice charges, revealed in a new 18-count indictment unsealed on Tuesday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/president-christodoulides-stands-firm-on-peace-plan
President Nikos Christodoulides vowed that he will not put before the citizens a peace plan for the Cyprus issue with which he does not agree and expressed once again his readiness to enter into reunification talks based on the agreed framework.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/man-files-un-complaint-against-spain-over-border-tragedy
A 25-year-old individual from Cameroon, who identified himself under the pseudonym Ludovic, has lodged a complaint with the United Nations against Spain, alleging multiple violations of the convention against torture....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/un-court-slams-israel-ordered-to-halt-genocide-in-gaza
In a landmark ruling, the United Nations' international court of justice has directed Israel to take immediate action to prevent acts of genocide against Palestinians in Gaza....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/will-the-far-right-push-germany-towards-a-dexit
In an exclusive interview with the Financial Times, Alice Weidel, leader of Germany's far-right Alternative für Deutschland (AfD), expressed support for a ''Dexit'' referendum, citing the UK's Brexit as a model for Germany.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/restoring-ammos-tou-kampouri-–-before-and-after-images
The Cypriot ''monument'' to the audacity surrounding the naturalization program, manifested as an environmental crime on the beach "Ammos tou Kampouri" in Ayia Napa, remains an unresolved issue that competent authorities sought to address following public outcry....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-s-photovoltaics-for-all-plan-sparks-debate-on-eligibility-and-funding
The Government Grant Scheme for transitioning citizens to renewable energy sources and promoting energy-saving initiatives in homes for the period 2024-2025 is currently open for public consultation until January 19, 2024. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-details-emerge-in-menendez-s-qatari-bribery-allegations
In a complex legal saga, U.S. Senator Bob Menendez finds himself ensnared in deeper troubles as fresh allegations unfold....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-ambassador-discusses-cyprus-and-russian-influence-in-exclusive-interview
In an exclusive interview with Kathimerini, the U.S. Ambassador to Cyprus weighs in on whether the island nation's ties to Russian influence are changing. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trial-begins-for-alleged-gang-rape-of-british-tourist-by-israelis-in-ayia-napa
The trial for the case of the gang rape of a 20-year-old British woman by five Israelis in a hotel in Ayia Napa began on Monday (18/12). The issue is being closely monitored by the British Foreign Ministry....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/preventive-pediatrics-expansion-center-takes-on-eight-more-diseases
''The CPP has been carrying out a project on behalf of the State for 35 years and covers the needs of the entire population of the country free of charge on a voluntary basis'', says Fotini Tsiridou, the president of the Association of Friends of the Center of Preventive Pediatrics ''Amerikos Argyriou'' and councillor of DISY, to ''K''....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-s-schinas-criticizes-veto-use-stresses-need-for-compromise
European Commission Vice President Margaritis Schinas voiced concerns about the use of the veto as a primary defense tactic, stating that it hinders compromise rather than facilitating it....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/uk-and-cyprus-to-strengthen-global-collaboration
The UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office Director General for Europe, Peter Wilson and the Republic of Cyprus Ministry of Foreign Affairs Permanent Secretary, Kyriacos Kouros chaired the first annual review of the UK-Cyprus Memorandum of Understanding....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/erdogan-and-mitsotakis-sign-landmark-friendship-declaration
Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan's arrival in Athens signals a pivotal moment in the longstanding tension between Greece and Turkey....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-investigate-494-cases-of-domestic-violence-in-just-2-months
In just two months—September and October 2023—Cyprus Police investigated a staggering 494 cases of domestic violence, leading to the issuance of 93 arrest warrants. Nicosia reported 131 cases, Limassol 135, Larnaca 117, Paphos 37, Famagusta 68, and Morphou 6, highlighting a pervasive issue across the island....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/more-seniors-turning-to-marijuana-to-ease-ailments
As marijuana gains acceptance and legalization across the United States, a growing number of seniors, including Vietnam veteran Bill Martin, are turning to cannabis to address health issues....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/decoding-the-secrets-of-confidential-oligarch-deals
Hours before Cyprus faced criticism in the European Parliament for alleged involvement of Cypriot companies in the movement of funds for Russian oligarchs, officials in Nicosia defended their reputation.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-seizes-5-000-illegal-meds-in-pangea-operation
The fear of social stigmatization among our fellow citizens regarding diseases such as mental illness, HIV/AIDS, and erectile dysfunction is being intentionally exploited....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hiv-patients-denied-care-forced-to-halt-medication
In 2023, although HIV is no longer contagious, HIV-positive patients in Cyprus continue to face marginalization and social exclusion when taking medication....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/un-warns-of-potential-war-crimes-amid-israel-gaza-violence-surge
The United Nations has warned that there was “clear evidence” that war crimes may have been committed in “the explosion of violence in Israel and Gaza”....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/kedipes-calls-for-stability-in-foreclosure-framework-to-safeguard-borrowers-homes
Lambros Papadopoulos, Chairman of the Board of Directors of KEDIPES (Cyprus Asset Management Company), emphasized the importance of maintaining consistency in the 2018 divestment framework within the Parliament....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tourist-s-nightmare-continues-five-in-custody-in-ayia-napa
In a legal proceeding set to commence on October 5 at the Permanent Criminal Court of Famagusta, five individuals, aged 20 and 19, and identified as foreigners, have been formally accused of their involvement in aiding police investigations....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/compensation-plans-unveiled-for-akamas-communities
Starting tomorrow, September 1, 2023, the stipulations outlined in the Akamas Local Plan will be enacted. Yesterday, Mr. Konstantinos Ioannou, the Minister of Interior, and Mr. Petros Xenophontos, the Minister of Agriculture, Rural Development and Environment,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/academics-weigh-in-on-chlorakas-violent-turn
Academics from the fields of psychology and political science are presenting an interpretation of recent events in Chloraka. The events involved a protest march by local residents over the migration issue, which took a dramatic turn with incidents of beatings, property destruction, and individual arrests. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/usa-nyc-grapples-with-migrant-crisis-as-hundreds-sleep-outside-roosevelt-hotel
Hundreds of migrants have been sleeping outside of Manhattan's Roosevelt Hotel for a second day in a row - as NYC Mayor Eric Adams said the crisis is 'not over.'...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-faces-indictment-over-2020-election
Donald Trump was indicted on felony charges Tuesday for working to overturn the results of the 2020 election in the run-up to the violent riot by his supporters at the U.S. Capitol, with the Justice Department acting to hold him accountable for an unprecedented effort to block the peaceful transfer of presidential power and threaten American democracy....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-government-s-seven-proposals-for-vulnerable-individuals
Finance Minister Makis Keravnos submitted seven government actions aimed at addressing issues related to non-performing loans to Parliament yesterday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriot-delegation-pounded-with-human-rights-questions
Cyprus’ law commissioner says her delegation received praise last week at a UN committee hearing in Geneva, but she also admitted that no country had a perfect record on human rights following a bombardment of questions on human rights...