https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/no-more-covid-tests-needed-for-hospital-visits
The Council of Ministers reviewed on Tuesday the protection measures against COVID-19 and amended the decree, abolishing the obligation to present a negative test to enter hospitals and nursing homes....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/mfa-reinstates-overseas-cypriots-service
The Service for Overseas and Repatriated Cypriots is reintegrated into the structure of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs following a relevant decision of the Council of Ministers....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/aid-ship-on-track-to-reach-gaza-before-noon-tomorrow
The World Central Kitchen's vessel, ''Open Arms,'' laden with crucial humanitarian aid bound for Gaza, is proceeding smoothly and is anticipated to reach its destination before noon tomorrow, announced Foreign Ministry spokesman Theodoros Gotsis on Thursday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/global-diplomatic-accord-for-gaza-aid-fund
In a significant move to bolster humanitarian assistance to Gaza, ministers from Cyprus, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, Qatar, the United States, and a representative ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/high-level-consortium-official-to-visit-cyprus-amid-lng-terminal-project-stalemate
A senior official from the consortium responsible for the construction of the liquefied natural gas (LNG) import terminal at Vassilikos is expected to visit Cyprus this week, announced George Papanastasiou...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/christodoulides-public-perception-and-expectation
"The mistakes weren't made in policies; they were made in behaviors and choices, and those were corrected immediately," said the President of the Republic in response to a question posed by colleague Stavros Kyprianou, during a televised interview....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/first-catholic-bishop-to-be-ordained-in-cyprus-in-500-years
The first Catholic Bishop will be ordained on Saturday, 16 March, in Cyprus after five centuries, following the decision of Pope Francis with the appointment of Monsignor Bruno Varriano,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cuellar-receives-london-s-assurance-on-cyprus-problem
UN Secretary-General's personal envoy on Cyprus, María Angela Holguín Cuéllar, received reassurances by UK officials during her contacts in London on Thursday......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/employers-organizations-cry-foul-as-water-price-cap-sparks-debate
In a decision that pleased consumers but left employer organizations dissatisfied, the Council of Ministers approved a bill on Wednesday that grants the minister the authority to set a maximum price for specific products, ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-extends-financial-aid-to-tornado-victims
The Council of Ministers, led by Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou, has decided to provide financial aid for damages caused by the tornado in the Limassol district on February 14....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/national-guard-s-death-raises-questions-on-cyprus-justice-system
Revelations surrounding the death of National Guardsman Thanasis Nicolaou, emerging years after the incident, have sparked both sensation and concern about the functioning of the criminal justice system in Cyprus. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/christodoulides-reflects-on-his-first-year-in-office
On the anniversary of completing one year in office, President Nicos Christodoulides is set to present his inaugural report tonight, detailing the progress made since his inauguration in the areas of Cyprus, the economy, and internal governance....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/shipping-deputy-ministry-finds-a-new-home-at-historic-nemitsa-factory
The Cyprus Deputy Ministry of Shipping is set to revamp its operational landscape with a state-of-the-art facility in Limassol. Following the Council of Ministers' approval to repurpose the former Nemitsa factory site, ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-rules-for-presidential-advisers-set-amid-political-turmoil
The House of Representatives, in a vote of 46 in favor and one against, has approved a bill outlining the criteria for hiring advisers-associates to the president, ministers, and deputy ministers....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/hotel-berengaria-€40m-revival-sparks-environmental-debate
Positively, the Environmental Authority has conditionally approved the revival and operation of Hotel Berengaria and the construction of houses in Prodromos....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/christodoulidis-leads-council-decision-on-english-school-board-appointments
President Nikos Christodoulidis presided over a Council of Ministers meeting at the Presidential Palace today. Following the session,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-and-greece-forge-alliance-against-potato-fraud
Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou has requested the assistance of the Greek authorities to address the issue of potatoes from different countries being sold as Cypriot potatoes......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-farmers-deserve-fair-treatment-in-green-shift
The green transition is necessary, but in order for it to be fair and efficient, the reduction of farmers' incomes must be compensated with appropriate funding, Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/farmers-erect-barricades-confront-police-at-eu-summit
Tensions escalated between farmers and police in Brussels as agriculture ministers from the 27 EU countries convened today.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/president-christodoulides-prepares-cyprus-for-new-sanctions-unit
The Council of Ministers will shortly approve the new National Sanctions Impelmentation Unit, Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides said on Sunday, stressing that there can be no discussion when it comes to sanctions violation and the country’s image abroad.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-and-egypt-forge-energy-partnership-amidst-gas-discoveries
Minister of Energy, Trade, and Industry, George Papanastasiou, recently engaged in crucial talks with Egyptian Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources, Tarek El Molla, exploring avenues to strengthen energy cooperation between the two nations....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/who-earns-what-insights-into-top-government-salaries-in-cyprus
Newly released data from the Treasury of the Republic of Cyprus reveals that the highest-paid government officials in the country include the Attorney General,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/new-award-recognizes-leaders-advancing-gender-equality-in-maritime-sector
The Council of Ministers, responding to a proposal by Deputy Minister of Shipping Marina Hadjimanolis, established an award today to recognize industry executives whose actions fortify efforts to advance gender equality within the shipping sector. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cabinet-extends-maternity-leave-to-foster-work-life-balance
In a move aimed at supporting new mothers and promoting work-life balance, Cyprus’ Council of Ministers has given the green light to an increase in maternity leave. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/a-tale-of-two-nations-greece-s-stability-amidst-america-s-unraveling
It’s a strange thing: Greece has become a relatively predictable, politically stable country. I wouldn’t say boring, because we still have a long way to go. At the same time, the United States is no longer the predictable, stable country we used to know....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-unveils-stricter-fiscal-rules-for-member-states
The European Commission has introduced new fiscal rules aimed at promoting growth and financial discipline among member states. The framework, ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/minister-kombos-to-support-13th-russian-sanctions-package
Cyprus supports the 13th package of sanctions against Russia, Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos said during the Foreign Affairs Council in Brussels on Monday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/netanyahu-s-party-divided-over-us-arab-peace-initiative-for-gaza
Reports of a joint US-Arab peace plan for Gaza, including a "tight timeline" for establishing a Palestinian state, have stirred strong reactions among Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's far-right allies.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/department-faces-2-000-backlogged-refugee-applications-due-to-understaffing
In February 2024, the Service for the Care and Rehabilitation of Displaced Persons (YMAPE) revealed a backlog of 2,000 pending applications, citing understaffing issues. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/at-least-50-homes-damaged-by-tornado
The crews of the Municipality of Germasogeia, the Provincial Administration, and the Civil Defence have been recording the damage caused by the devastating tornadoes since dawn. ...
