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91. Canada taps Cyprus expertise for migrant and repatriation efforts

Canada is leveraging Cyprus’s experience in managing migrant and refugee needs amid a surge in global displacement, Canadian Ambassador for Women, Peace, and Security Jacqueline O’Neill said Wednesday. ...

92. Cyprus urges UN Security Council to uphold peacekeeping principles

Maria Michael, Cyprus’ Permanent Representative to the United Nations, underscored the critical role of peacekeeping operations amidst global challenges to peace......

93. Cyprus remembers 50 years since Turkish troops took over key areas

Today marks the 50th anniversary since the second phase of the Turkish invasion in Cyprus. ...

94. Politics Blog: Leaders, Avvakoum, USA and the Cyprus Air Force

''The country needs a leader'', exclaimed Averof Neofytou, reminding us of the infamous slogan by Nikaros that the crisis needed a leader. ...

95. Putin confirms Ukraine holds 28 settlements

Russian President Vladimir Putin has characterized Ukraine's recent incursion into Russia's Kursk region as an effort to undermine Moscow’s military operations in eastern Ukraine. This attack has prompted the evacuation of around 100,000 people....

96. Ukrainian forces push 30km into Russia in deepest incursion of the war

Ukrainian forces have advanced up to 30 kilometers into Russian territory, marking the most significant incursion since Moscow launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022....

97. Ukrainian drone strike hits Russian airfield in Lipetsk

Ukrainian forces have carried out a significant kamikaze drone attack on a major bomb storage site and airfield in Lipetsk, Russia, triggering explosions that lasted for hours....

98. US, Germany, France, and Britain urge citizens to leave Lebanon

Germany has urged its citizens to leave Lebanon as regional tensions escalate following a deadly rocket strike on the Golan Heights....

99. Anastasiades speaks out on Cyprus solution, corruption, and political ties

In one of his most candid interviews to date, former President Nicos Anastasiades discussed the Cyprus problem and the talks held in Crans-Montana with Marina Economides in "K". ...

100. Cyprus and Greece commit to Eastern Med security

Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas stressed the joint commitment of Cyprus and Greece to make every possible effort to maintain peace, security, stability and cooperation in the Eastern Mediterranean......

101. Wailing sirens to commemorate tragic events of 1974

In a poignant tribute to a pivotal chapter in its history, Cyprus will activate the sirens of its Public Warning System on significant dates this July, marking the anniversaries of the 1974 coup d’état and the ensuing Turkish invasion....

102. ''Cyprus prepared for Lebanon conflict fallout,'' says Kombos

A possible spillover of the conflict in Lebanon would have catastrophic consequences, Foreign Affairs Minister Constantinos Kombos said on Tuesday......

103. Cyprus President and UN envoy respond to Turkish Minister in Brussels

The President of the Republic Nikos Christodoulides confirmed that he is set to meet in Brussels with the UN Secretary General's Personal Envoy, Maria Angela Holguin Cuellar, and responded to statements made by the Turkish Foreign Minister, stressing that Cyprus is a centre of humanitarian aid and civilian evacuation operations. ...

104. Kombos bolsters US relations while paving the path for Cyprus' future

Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos is currently on a diplomatic tour across three American states: Washington, New York, and Chicago. His agenda is packed with crucial meetings aimed at strengthening bilateral relations between the US and Cyprus,...

105. Foreign Minister begins US diplomatic blitz

Cyprus Minister of Foreign Affairs, Constantinos Kombos, embarks on a significant working visit to the United States, starting with engagements in Washington, New York, and Chicago....

106. Australia stops Cyprus ship access over safety concerns

The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has taken decisive action, imposing a three-month ban on the Cypriot-flagged bulk carrier Peace from accessing Australian ports due to serious safety concerns....

107. Tatar affirms growth of 'strong Turkish presence' in Cyprus

The Turkish Cypriot leader, Ersin Tatar, asserted during a lecture titled "Lessons Learned from the May 27 Coup and the Peace Operation in Cyprus......

108. US military port fails to distribute aid, Gaza crisis deepens

Humanitarian aid intended for the desperate population of the Gaza Strip remains undistributed, despite its arrival at a temporary port constructed by the U.S. military. ...

109. Osman Ertuğ criticizes UN Envoy's understanding of Cyprus issue

110. Netanyahu: Israel can ''stand alone'' without US weapons

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu remains steadfast in his resolve, vowing that Israel can "stand alone" despite warnings from the United States regarding potential repercussions for a full-scale invasion of Rafah in Gaza....

111. ''UN and EU force unfair system on Turkish Cypriots'', says Tatar

''There's thuggery, pressure, injustice, and lawlessness in the EU's stance,'' said Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar, commenting on references to Turkey and the occupied territories in the Conclusions of the European Union leaders' summit (EU)....

112. Israel threatens Rafah invasion

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has warned US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken that Israel will invade Rafah if Hamas continues to make an end to the war a condition of the hostage deal, two Israeli and US officials said....

113. European airfares hit 20-30% increase from 2019 to 2023

Throughout the summer of 2023, air travel across Europe witnessed a significant uptick in prices, with fares soaring 20 to 30% higher compared to pre-pandemic levels in 2019, according to recent data from E data.E. released in October....

114. Outer space arms race looms as Russia blocks UN resolution

Russia has vetoed a resolution at the UN Security Council calling on all countries to prevent an arms race in outer space. ...

115. Ankara calls for recognition of Turkish Cypriot rights

ISTANBUL – TURKEY'S FIRM STANCE ON CYPRUS: Turkish Vice President, Cevdet Yilmaz, made a bold statement regarding Turkey's position on Cyprus......

116. Greek Cypriots and foreigners clash in Paphos

Violent clashes erupted Monday night in the Paphos District of Cyprus between Greek Cypriots and foreigners, with video footage capturing the chaotic scenes, including individuals brandishing offensive weapons....

117. ''Turkish Cypriots survived genocide thanks to Turkey,'' says Erdogan

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, in a speech he delivered to Turkish military personnel at a dinner Monday, not only defended the Turkish invasion of Cyprus......

118. 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. ...

119. Iconic Andy's Pizza bids farewell after 54 years

A beloved Nicosia restaurant, Andy's Pizza, renowned for its 54-year legacy, will close its doors as of March 1, transitioning into a new chapter....

120. T/C's want incentives from G/C's to return to talks

''I personally think there is flexibility in the positions expressed by the Turkish side" says British High Commissioner Irfan Siddiq, explaining that "they want to have the right to talk about a separate state...''...