https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/lost-promises-missed-chances-secrets-behind-cyprus-eu-entry
In an exclusive interview with Kathimerini's Marina Economidou, Gunter Verheugen sheds light on the intricacies of negotiations surrounding the Cyprus problem at Burgenstock....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/interior-ministry-s-review-41-of-objections-approved
Out of the 3,560 objections submitted and examined by the District Officers, 1,461 objections were approved or 41%, while 2,099 objections......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tehran-avoids-escalating-conflict-with-israel
Explosions echoed over an Iranian city on Friday in what sources described as an Israeli attack, but Tehran played down the incident and indicated it had no plans for retaliation - a response that appeared gauged towards averting region-wide war....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-government-under-fire-for-multiple-pension-issue
The ongoing debate over multiple pensions for former and current state officials has taken center stage in Cyprus, with the government facing criticism from political parties and the Audit Office....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/mfa-audit-uncovers-misuse-of-public-funds-and-abuse-of-power
A recent audit conducted by the Audit Service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) has revealed instances of misappropriation of public money and abuse of power spanning the years 2021 and 2022....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/two-russians-held-for-alleged-spy-activities-in-germany
Two Russian nationals have been arrested in southern Germany suspected of plotting sabotage attacks on US military facilities, German prosecutors announced on Thursday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/exciting-new-dining-hub-emerges-at-limassol-s-trilogy
A new landmark is emerging on the Limassol seafront, promising to redefine the cityscape and create a vibrant community hub. The handover of the two iconic front towers at Trilogy is now underway,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriot-students-sail-through-education-with-1-000-adopted-ships
Elementary schools in Cyprus have adopted 1,000 ships in almost two decades, as part of an international awareness campaign initiated by the Cyprus Shipping Chamber, the island’s main ship-owning umbrella organisation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/2-agricultural-land-for-sale-by-astrobank
AstroBank has listed for sale large parcels of agriculture land in various parts of Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/lakatamia-residents-startled-by-overnight-blast
Authorities were placed on high alert early Thursday, April 18, following an explosion in the Lefkosia Province, sending shockwaves through the community.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/alpha-bank-ceo-eyes-expansion-in-romania
Alpha Bank chief executive officer Vassilis Psaltis pointed to further expansion and acquisitions in Romania in a joint interview with the CEO of Italian bank UniCredit, Andrea Orcel for Bloomberg....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/1-us-sanctions-cyprus-based-entities-linked-to-arms-network
On Monday, the United States announced sanctions against ten individuals and twelve entities, with two of them operating within a global arms network and registered in Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/astrobank-s-record-breaking-year-€30-4m-in-profits-for-2023
AstroBank reported Profit After Tax of €30.4 million for 2023, representing a return on equity (RoE) of 13.9%, compared with €12.2 million and RoE of 6.2% for 2022, achieving an increase on profit of 150%, mainly due to increased interest income....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/massive-international-fraud-ring-busted-cyprus-plays-crucial-role
Cyprus, along with international law enforcement agencies, cracked down on a massive fraud ring with a staggering €645 million turnover....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fbi-probes-crew-s-awareness-in-baltimore-bridge-collapse-inquiry
The FBI has launched a criminal inquiry into the devastating collapse of a Baltimore bridge, which claimed the lives of six construction workers....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/1-april-newsletter-of-k-treppides-co-ltd-cyprus-securities-and-exchange-commission
A new issue is out from the newsletter by K. Treppides & Co Ltd, a leader in financial advisory and consulting services with offices in three countries....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-suspends-asylum-applications-from-syrian-migrants
The Republic of Cyprus has decided to halt the processing of all asylum applications from Syrian migrants, citing provisions within European frameworks for handling increased and emergency migration flows....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/explosion-rattles-pyla-hotel-under-construction
An explosion rocked a hotel under renovation in Pyla early Monday, April 15th....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/gaza-crisis-deepens-as-hamas-rejects-ceasefire
Hamas said it had handed its response to mediators in Egypt and Qatar. It said any agreement must end Israel's war in Gaza.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/iran-strikes-israel-with-100-drones-and-missiles
Iran fired multiple drones and cruise missiles towards Israel, heightening concerns of a broader conflict in the region. The Israeli military disclosed the attack, emphasizing that it would take several hours for the weapons to reach their targets.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/house-president-condemns-azerbaijan-s-collaboration-plans
The President of Cyprus' House of Representatives, Annita Demetriou, is taking action against Azerbaijan's plan to collaborate with the ''parliament'' of the illegal regime in Turkish-occupied Cyprus. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/european-elections-add-twist-to-cyprus-polls
On June 9, Cyprus goes to the polls in the most complicated elections in its history as the European elections and the local government elections are held in parallel, following the reform passed by the Parliament....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/workplace-harassment-hits-1-in-3-eu-report-finds
A third of sexual harassment occurs in the workplace, European Commissioner for Health and Food Safety Stella Kyriakides said at an event organised by Cyprus Workers......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/children-can-now-testify-remotely-making-them-feel-safe
In a significant development, children can now testify as e-witnesses in cases of sexual violence, a remarkable achievement facilitated by ''The Children's House'' in Nicosia. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/will-fredriksen-group-set-sail-for-cyprus
The Fredriksen Group, led by prominent shipping magnate John Fredriksen, is contemplating relocating a significant portion, if not all, of its shipping operations from Norway to Cyprus, citing dissatisfaction with Norway's framework conditions....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/politico-greek-companies-under-scrutiny-in-eu-fund-fraud-probe
Greek authorities, alongside the European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO), are delving into allegations of fraud concerning the allocation of €2.5 billion in EU funds to just 10 companies in Greece.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/2-houses-for-sale-by-astrobank
AstroBank has listed for sale houses in Nicosia, Larnaca, and Paphos that are ideal for own-occupancy....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/immigrant-takes-fatal-plunge-during-immigration-raid
In a tragic turn of events, an immigration raid conducted by the Aliens and Immigration Service in Limassol ended in disaster when a suspect, in a bid to evade authorities, plunged to his death....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkey-blocks-exports-to-israel-amid-gaza-conflict
Turkey announced it's blocking exports of 54 different product categories to Israel until a ceasefire is declared in Gaza. This move comes as a response to Israel's military operations in Gaza....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/chart-your-course-and-join-wista-cyprus-mentorship-program
Specifically designed to guide young professionals through the early stages of their careers in the maritime sector, both at sea and ashore, MentorWave's new MentorShip program has been announced by WISTA Cyprus....
