https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/queen-rania-accuses-western-leaders-of-double-standard-in-gaza-conflict
Jordan’s Queen Rania has accused Western leaders of a “glaring double standard” for not condemning Israel’s killing of Palestinian civilians in its bombardment of Gaza....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/celestyal-cruises-unveils-largest-fleet-gem-celestyal-journey-in-limassol-port
Celestyal Cruises presented its largest fleet jewel, the "Celestyal Journey," at Limassol Port this Wednesday. The vessel has been part of the routes that commenced last September, scheduled to continue until June 2024, with the exceptions of January and February....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/allies-of-israel-or-igniting-the-refugee-crisis
Our neighbors in the East are experiencing heightened tensions....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/national-guard-s-iris-2023-prepares-for-real-challenges
The Interladian regular exercise with troops, known as "IRIS - 2023," concluded today, involving the active force of the National Guard....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-crucial-role-in-evacuating-foreigners-from-war-zones
Defense Minister Michalis Giorgalas emphasized Cyprus' strategic importance in the Middle East crisis, highlighting its role as a stable and capable partner in humanitarian operations....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/gaza-s-fuel-shortage-claims-2-000-young-lives
Aid agencies are calling for a ceasefire in Gaza as doctors warn an Israeli blockade on fuel means many more vulnerable babies and wounded people in hospitals will soon die. One agency says at least 2,000 children in Gaza have been killed in the past few weeks....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/healthcare-workers-demand-collective-contract-in-eight-hour-strike
In a resolute move, employees of the Organization of State Health Services (OKYS) are set to conduct an eight-hour strike on October 25, 2023, from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm, in a bid to push for a collective employment contract. The strike, which involves various professional groups within the organization, is being organized by trade unions DEK, PEO, DEEC, PASYDY, PASYNO, and PASYKI.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/britain-s-new-ship-to-protect-underwater-cables
Concerned by threats to underwater pipes and cables that connect it with Europe and the rest of the world, Britain this month formally dedicated a new and unusual surveillance ship called the RFA Proteus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-delays-green-tax-implementation-to-early-2024
"It's paranoid that, at a time when there is accuracy and an increase in fuel prices, the government is implementing measures to combat price increases, and additional taxes are being introduced," stated Finance Minister Makis Keravnos during the discussion of the 2024 budget in Parliament....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/european-nations-turn-to-cyprus-for-safe-passage-amid-middle-east-crisis
As the international community closely monitors developments in Israel and the Gaza Strip, Cyprus stands prepared to provide humanitarian assistance in this Middle East crisis. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/authorities-on-alert-as-264-migrant-arrivals-spike-in-cyprus
According to sources from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, 40 individuals arrived on Saturday, followed by 224 on Sunday, in two separate boats carrying 142 and 82 people....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/5-000-year-old-wine-discovered-in-queen-s-resting-place
Sealed jars of wine from 5,000 years ago have been uncovered amongst the grave goods found in an Egyptian Queen’s tomb....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/ministry-recommends-adjusting-milk-mix-for-better-halloumi
The Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development, and Environment is taking steps to improve the production of the highly-regarded PDO halloumi cheese. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/assessing-the-dual-impact-of-government-s-support-measures
Recent days have witnessed crucial discussions surrounding measures to support households and businesses, a pressing necessity given the prevailing circumstances....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/minister-highlights-success-in-reducing-migration-from-occupied-areas
Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou welcomed the announcement of the EU’s Action Plan for the management of migration in the Eastern Mediterranean, ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/how-government-s-new-measures-will-cut-power-bills
The President of the Republic, Nicos Christodoulides, announced a total of 11 measures with a direct impact, totaling €141 million, along with six Housing Policy measures amounting to €55 million on Thursday (19/10)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-launches-special-unit-for-human-trafficking-victims-in-anti-trafficking-effort
The Deputy Ministry of Social Welfare in Cyprus has introduced a new unit dedicated to managing human trafficking victims. This unit operates from a shelter in Nicosia designed to aid victims of sexual exploitation but extends its services across the entire island....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-and-croatia-forge-tax-treaty-for-business-growth
The Republic of Cyprus and the Republic of Croatia have inked a significant Agreement for the Elimination of Double Taxation during the ECOFIN meeting in Luxembourg. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/what-really-happened-at-the-gaza-hospital-explosion
In the midst of Israeli and Palestinian disputes regarding the bombing of Al-Ahli Hospital in Gaza, the BBC's Verify service is working to piece together the events by scrutinizing videos, images, and other evidence, including eyewitness accounts....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/high-ranking-officer-s-connection-to-organized-crime-exposed
Nikos Loizidis, the president of the Police Force branch of the Equality Guild, has raised serious concerns about a member of the authority responsible for investigating complaints and allegations against the police....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/in-israel-president-biden-accuses-foes-of-gaza-hospital-blast
U.S. President Joe Biden arrived in Israel on Wednesday pledging solidarity in its war against Hamas and saying that a blast that killed huge numbers of Palestinians at a Gaza hospital appeared to have been caused not by Israel but by its foes....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-partners-bracing-for-interior-minister-s-warning-on-refugee-flows
Cyprus Minister of the Interior will express to his EU counterparts the deep worry about the possibility of increased flows of refugees from the conflict areas in the Eastern Mediterranean to the EU countries and particularly the frontline member states....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/limassol-international-book-fair-returns-for-its-second-year
The Limassol International Book Fair is back for its second edition, and it's set to captivate book enthusiasts from November 17 to 19 at Lanitis Carob Mills in Limassol. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/over-1-000-arrivals-in-cyprus-as-estia-national-plan-activated
A total of 1,084 people from Europe and other countries have arrived in Cyprus since the activation of the Special National Plan ''Estia'' until 12 noon on Tuesday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-mfa-condemns-hospital-bombing-in-gaza
The Cyprus Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) has issued a strong condemnation following an attack on a Gaza hospital, resulting in a tragic loss of civilian lives. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hospital-attack-claims-hundreds-of-lives-in-gaza
In a tragic turn of events, hundreds of lives were lost or forever altered following an attack on central Gaza and the Al-Ahli Hospital. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/rhapsody-of-the-seas-brings-159-americans-to-cyprus
The cruise ship Rhapsody of the Seas sailed into Limassol port at dawn, carrying 159 foreign nationals from Israel, the majority of them Americans, as part of the ferry route arranged by the US Embassy in cooperation with the Republic of Cyprus. The US-Cyprus cooperation was praised by Ambassador Julie Fisher, who was at the passenger terminal this morning....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/piki-shares-the-government-s-tech-powered-6-year-plan
The government is ramping up the execution of a series of projects, bolstering resources and expertise in collaboration with the Deputy Ministry of Research, Innovation, and Digital Policy, according to Irene Piki, Deputy Minister to the president....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/mobile-units-lead-the-way-in-sustainable-disposal-and-awareness
Four mobile units are set to embark on a crucial mission across Cyprus, collecting hazardous household waste as part of a groundbreaking initiative established by the Ministry of Agriculture....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hamas-displays-israeli-babies-in-chilling-video
Hamas has released chilling footage that appears to show terrorists picking up and cradling Israeli babies and small children.
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