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1. Israel secretly moved planes to Cyprus and Greece before Iran bombing

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/israel-secretly-moved-planes-to-cyprus-and-greece-before-iran-bombing

In the hours leading up to a major Israeli military strike, dozens of Israeli aircraft were quietly moved out of harm’s way, and into Cyprus and Greece, without those host countries being fully aware of the plan’s purpose, according to Israeli media reports....

2. U.S. steps in to modernize Paphos air base

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/u-s-steps-in-to-modernize-paphos-air-base

The long-anticipated modernization of the Andreas Papandreou Air Base in Paphos is officially underway, marking a major step forward in U.S.-Cyprus defense cooperation and the Republic’s growing strategic role in the Eastern Mediterranean. ...

3. Swift action prevents environmental damage after vessel sinks in Larnaca Marina

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/swift-action-prevents-environmental-damage-after-vessel-sinks-in-larnaca-marina

Authorities prevented the spread of pollutants after a sailing vessel caught fire and sank while anchored at Larnaca Marina on Sunday, June 22....

4. Cyprus ready to send aid to Gaza, just waiting for the green light

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-ready-to-send-aid-to-gaza-just-waiting-for-the-green-light

Foreign Minister Konstantinos Kompos said on Friday that Cyprus remains committed to delivering humanitarian aid to Gaza, expressing hope that concrete announcements will be made in the coming days through the island's Amalthea initiative....

5. Friday forecast brings sunshine sizzle and a siren call to the sea

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/friday-forecast-brings-sunshine-sizzle-and-a-siren-call-to-the-sea

Yes, work diligently until 5pm. But after that? Do it. Tear off your metaphorical shackles (and maybe your literal shirt) and run wild into the waves. You’ve earned it....

6. Vapes worse than cigarettes? Some brands are

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/vapes-worse-than-cigarettes-some-brands-are

You might want to think twice before reaching for that flavored vape. It could be exposing you to more cancer-causing toxins than a pack of cigarettes....

7. Cyprus backs young entrepreneurs with €50M boost

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-backs-young-entrepreneurs-with-€50m-boost

Cyprus is betting on young entrepreneurs to drive the country’s economic growth, with over €10 million already distributed in grants under a national plan expected to create more than 2,000 jobs by 2027....

8. KPMG in Cyprus ignites innovation with the 2025 Summer ''Business Game''

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/kpmg-in-cyprus-ignites-innovation-with-the-2025-summer-business-game

On 25 June 2025, KPMG in Cyprus turned its Nicosia offices into a hub of innovation and entrepreneurial spirit with the 8th annual Business Game....

9. Trump raises eyebrows by sharing NATO chief's praise for Iran strikes

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-raises-eyebrows-by-sharing-nato-chief-s-praise-for-iran-strikes

Former U.S. President Donald Trump ignited fresh controversy Tuesday by publicly posting what appeared to be private messages from NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte, praising him for his military strikes on Iran and tough stance on defense spending....

10. Clear skies and hot lies: Summer’s in full sass mode

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/clear-skies-and-hot-lies-summer-s-in-full-sass-mode

Today’s weather is playing it cool, or rather, hot, with mostly clear skies and not much drama overhead. ...

11. Cyprus offers support as wildfire rages in Chios

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-offers-support-as-wildfire-rages-in-chios

Cyprus has expressed readiness to assist Greece in battling a large wildfire on the island of Chios, authorities said Monday....

12. 4.8 magnitude earthquake strikes off coast of Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/4-8-magnitude-earthquake-strikes-off-coast-of-cyprus

A moderate earthquake struck off the southeastern coast of Cyprus on Monday afternoon, shaking parts of the island but causing no immediate reports of damage or injuries....

13. Cyprus vows to stand by refugees in today's global reality

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-vows-to-stand-by-refugees-in-today-s-global-reality

Despite increasing strain on national infrastructure, Cyprus remains committed to protecting people fleeing war, violence and persecution, the Deputy Ministry of Migration and International Protection said Thursday in a statement marking World Refugee Day....

14. Trump poised for strike on Iran as Israel urges: ‘Finish the job’

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-poised-for-strike-on-iran-as-israel-urges-‘finish-the-job

President Donald Trump has approved military plans for a potential U.S. strike on Iran, but he has not yet given the green light to carry them out. While the White House is preparing for a possible offensive “in the coming days,” officials say Trump is still hoping that the mere threat of force will push Iran to abandon its nuclear ambitions....

15. Israel slams Turkey over Cyprus 'occupation', while Erdogan calls Netanyahu Hitler

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/israel-slams-turkey-over-cyprus-occupation-while-erdogan-calls-netanyahu-hitler

A war of words erupted between Israel and Turkey on Wednesday, with Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz accusing Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of hypocrisy over comments comparing Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to Adolf Hitler....

16. Smart meters continue to roll out across Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/smart-meters-continue-to-roll-out-across-cyprus

The Cyprus Electricity Authority (EAC) is picking up the pace with its smart meter rollout, announcing that from Tuesday, installations will expand to more neighborhoods in all districts of the island....

17. U.S. planes in Cyprus for civilian evacuations, not military ops, officials say

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/u-s-planes-in-cyprus-for-civilian-evacuations-not-military-ops-officials-say

Defense Minister Vassilis Palmas confirmed Wednesday that American military transport planes are stationed in Cyprus, but stressed they are not here for combat missions....

18.  Never trust your informant

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/never-trust-your-informant

You may have seen the headline flying around. Something like: "Unbelievable: Fault in the pilot’s seat caused the Air India Boeing crash – It slipped backward and lost control – See the report and the black box recordings."...

19. Cyprus bunkers: Where the real danger might be the flying office chair

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-bunkers-where-the-real-danger-might-be-the-flying-office-chair

With the situation between Iran and Israel growing more tense by the day, Cypriot authorities have been reminding the public to be ''prepared'' just in case the island gets accidentally (or intentionally) caught in the crossfire....

20. Is Phedon Phedonos gearing up for 2028?

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/is-phedon-phedonos-gearing-up-for-2028

When Phedon Phedonos launched a fresh offensive from Paphos last month, accusing certain Cyprus-based forex companies of laundering dirty money and warning that the Cypriot economy was veering dangerously close to a “casino model,” it sent ripples through Nicosia....

21. Cyprus raises national guard readiness to level 'Tharros 2' amid tensions

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-raises-national-guard-readiness-to-level-tharros-2-amid-tensions

Cyprus has ramped up its national security measures in recent days, as hostilities between Israel and Iran continue to escalate. With both sides exchanging missile strikes, concern is growing across the Eastern Mediterranean region, prompting heightened alert levels on the island....

22. Minthis Music Festival 2025: Culture in Full Bloom in Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/minthis-music-festival-2025-culture-in-full-bloom-in-cyprus

Where nature meets human creativity and Cyprus' highlands stretch out beneath open skies, the Minthis Music Festival is ready to return....

23. Cyprus on high alert as regional tensions escalate

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-on-high-alert-as-regional-tensions-escalate

Following Israeli missile strikes on Iran, Cyprus has raised its security posture and is preparing to serve as a humanitarian bridge between East and West....

24. Nicosia activates crisis response as Israel-Iran tensions escalate

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-activates-crisis-response-as-israel-iran-tensions-escalate

In response to the latest Middle East crisis sparked by Israel’s missile strikes on Iran, Nicosia is sticking to its long-held stance that Cyprus serves as a humanitarian bridge between East and West....

25. 70,000 units of blood collected annually from voluntary donors in Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/70-000-units-of-blood-collected-annually-from-voluntary-donors-in-cyprus

Cyprus collects about 70,000 units of blood each year through voluntary donations, placing the country among the top in Europe in meeting its national blood supply needs, the Ministry of Health said Friday....

26. High temperatures

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/high-temperatures

It’s around ten in the morning and there’s not a trace of shade anywhere. The sun is scalding, striking the concrete hard and bouncing back with even greater fury. I regret not bringing my straw hat....

27. Cyprus's role in Middle East crisis is ‘strictly humanitarian,’ says Christodoulides

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-s-role-in-middle-east-crisis-is-‘strictly-humanitarian-says-christodoulides

President Nikos Christodoulides emphasized Saturday that the Republic of Cyprus is maintaining a strictly humanitarian stance amid rising tensions in the Middle East, as the government steps up diplomatic engagement and internal security measures....

28. Nicosia businesses and residents demand Makarios Avenue reopens to traffic

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-businesses-and-residents-demand-makarios-avenue-reopens-to-traffic

A coalition of local shopkeepers, residents, and small business owners in Nicosia’s historic shopping district is calling for the city to reopen Makarios Avenue to car traffic immediately. ...

29. Fifteen local hotels rally to help stranded passengers after flights diverted

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fifteen-local-hotels-rally-to-help-stranded-passengers-after-flights-diverted

With flights to Israel suddenly rerouted to Cyprus due to rising tensions in the region, hotels in Paphos have quickly stepped up to accommodate unexpected visitors....

30. Cyprus activates emergency council as Middle East tensions explode

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-activates-emergency-council-as-middle-east-tension-explode

Cyprus is stepping up emergency measures following Israel’s military strike on Iran, with President Nikos Christodoulides convening an urgent meeting of the National Security Council on Friday afternoon, officials confirmed....