https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/faulty-airbags-political-theatrics-and-a-president-playing-messi
The faulty airbag saga isn’t going away anytime soon, as car owners across Cyprus (which, let’s be honest, means practically everyone—good luck finding a family without at least one problematic vehicle) are refusing to shoulder the extra costs....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-sanctions-icc-in-defense-of-netanyahu
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has imposed sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC), blasting its actions as ''illegal and unjustifiable'' after it issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/simon-aykut-allegedly-threatened-president-christodoulides
Simon Aykut, an Israeli property developer and founder of the controversial Afik Group, is awaiting trial in Cyprus, facing serious accusations that he threatened the country’s president, Nicos Christodoulides. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/alexandroupolis-and-cyprus-in-ankara-s-crosshairs
From the upgrading of Alexandroupolis as a naval base to the military support of Cyprus, the strategic rearrangement of the region raises serious questions about the future security balances in the Mediterranean and the Balkans....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/car-distributors-exploiting-drivers-with-fees-on-airbag-recalls
Lawmakers are taking aim at two car distributors accused of charging administrative fees for replacing recalled airbags, calling the practice ''obscene'' and ''exploitative.''...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-wants-us-to-‘take-over-and-‘own-gaza-in-shocking-proposal
In a stunning policy shift, former U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a plan for the United States to ''take over'' and ''own'' Gaza, proposing a redevelopment initiative that he claims would turn the war-torn enclave into the ''Riviera of the Middle East.''...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/europe-at-a-crossroads-act-now-or-fade-into-irrelevance
Cyprus MP Michalis Sophocleous has laid out a stark and urgent vision for the European Union’s future. His recent statement on X is not just a policy wishlist—it’s a call for Europe to wake up before it becomes a relic of the past....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-seeks-approval-for-$1-billion-arms-sale-to-israel
The Trump administration has formally asked Congress to approve a $1 billion arms package for Israel, including thousands of bombs and heavy-duty engineering equipment, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal on Monday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/a-week-in-cyprus-broken-promises-electricity-woes-and-a-valentine-s-day-summit
The government keeps repeating the same promises, but according to DISY, that won’t be enough to convince the public. But why not? Repetition helps people absorb information, right? ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/president-christodoulides-met-today-with-the-un-secretary-general-s-special-representative-in-cyprus
President Nikos Christodoulides met earlier today at the Presidential Palace with Colin Stewart, the UN Secretary-General's Special Representative in Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/deadliest-u-s-aviation-disaster-in-nearly-25-years-claims-67-lives
A horrific midair collision between an Army Black Hawk helicopter and an American Airlines regional jet on January 29, 2025, has resulted in the deaths of all 67 people aboard the two aircraft....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/cyprus-vs-bureaucracy-can-the-red-tape-finally-be-cut
For years, bureaucracy has been a major roadblock for businesses in Cyprus. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/christodoulides-unveils-ambitious-plans-in-state-of-the-union-address
President Nicos Christodoulides has outlined a sweeping reform plan for 2025, aiming to enhance governance, strengthen security, and accelerate digital transformation. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/schools-in-dromolaxia-meneou-face-closure
Twelve schools in the Dromolaxia-Meneou municipality in are at risk of closure on Monday due to a strike by school staff over unpaid wages....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-housing-is-in-crisis-as-foreign-buyers-take-over-the-market
As housing becomes an increasingly pressing issue for the majority of Cypriots, Parliament is opening up a debate on the surge in real estate purchases by third-country nationals....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/finally-the-night-we-ve-all-been-waiting-for-no-not-eurovision
Finally! The night we've all been waiting for. Tonight at 7 p.m., Cyprus will witness a grand moment—not the Eurovision finals, but something equally thrilling (or so we’re told)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/four-israeli-soldiers-freed-but-disputes-over-civilian-release-spark-tension
Hamas released four Israeli female soldiers on Saturday in a second wave of hostage releases under a fragile ceasefire agreement. The women, who had been held since the October 7 attacks, were handed over in a dramatic public display in Gaza City. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hamas-to-release-more-hostages-in-second-exchange
Hamas has announced plans to release the names of four hostages on Friday, who are set to be freed on Saturday as part of the second exchange in the Israel-Hamas ceasefire agreement.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/football-clubs-slam-omonia-s-involvement-in-tax-talks
A group of five major Cypriot football clubs issued a joint statement following their meeting with the Tax Commissioner yesterday, clarifying their stance on overdue debts to the state and calling out certain actions they deem disruptive to the ongoing dialogue....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/stella-kyriakides-warns-against-u-s-withdrawal-from-who
Former European Union Commissioner for Health, Stella Kyriakides, has raised alarms over the United States' decision to withdraw from the World Health Organization (WHO)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriots-losing-confidence-in-solar-energy-amid-frequent-shutdowns
In recent years, Cyprus has been pushing hard to adopt renewable energy, particularly solar energy, by encouraging homeowners to install photovoltaic (PV) systems. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/greek-companies-dominate-cyprus-market-with-expanding-investments
In recent years, a wave of Greek companies has been making significant strides in Cyprus, investing across various sectors and expanding their reach....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-ing-the-system-trump-s-greek-american-allies-shape-u-s-policy
Donald Trump’s administration is certainly influenced by several Greek Americans who are playing key roles in shaping U.S. policies. As Trump gets ready to be sworn in for his second term, these Greeks are not only helping to execute his vision but also ensuring that the U.S.-Greece relationship remains strong....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/un-chief-warns-of-serious-violation-if-israel-annexes-west-bank
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres raised serious concerns today over the potential annexation of the West Bank by Israel, calling it a ''very serious violation of international law.''...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/parent-1-and-parent-2-goes-to-parliament-after-backlash
There are strong reactions to the reference to Parent 1 and Parent 2 in the platform for registering children for the first year of primary school...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tech-giants-and-high-profile-figures-attend-trump-s-inauguration-service
Tech leaders and media moguls were front and center at the inauguration of President-elect Trump today...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/from-non-aligned-neutrality-to-pro-western-alignment
Cyprus’ foreign policy has undergone a significant transformation over the decades, moving from a stance of non-alignment to a strong pro-Western orientation, particularly after its accession to the European Union. This shift, however, was not a simple one and reflects the island’s unique political challenges....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/top-cyprus-football-clubs-face-big-tax-bills-risking-legal-trouble
Football clubs in Cyprus are facing mounting pressure from the Tax Department to settle their overdue debts. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/sweden-moves-to-strip-citizenship-for-national-security-threats
Sweden’s political parties have reached a consensus that dual citizens who commit crimes threatening national security should lose their citizenship. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/israel-reaches-hostage-deal-amid-coalition-threats
In a dramatic turn of events, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office confirmed early this morning that an agreement has been reached to secure the release of hostages held in the Gaza Strip....
