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61. Demetriou's challenge for Cyprus to rise from the credibility ashes

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/demetriou-s-challenge-for-cyprus-to-rise-from-the-credibility-ashes

The need for a collective and comprehensive effort to reclaim the credibility of Cyprus is more urgent than ever, pledged on Thursday President of the House of Representative Annita Demetriou....

62. President defends against allegations in explosive testimony

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/president-defends-against-allegations-in-explosive-testimony

In a recent appearance on SPOR FM's DIASPORA show, the President of Research, Mr. Confidential, took the stage alongside key figures – George Koukoumas, the director of the Office of the Press, and George Solomos, the general secretary of DIKO....

63. Abramovich tied to Putin's 'wallets' in Cyprus scandal

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/abramovich-tied-to-putin-s-wallets-in-cyprus-scandal

The fallout from the "Cyprus Confidential" probe implicating Cyprus in dealings with Russian oligarchs continues to send shockwaves. Leaked documents obtained by the BBC expose a money trail connecting oligarch Roman Abramovich to individuals referred to as President Vladimir Putin's 'wallets.'...

64. Leaked documents expose payments of German journalist through Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/leaked-documents-expose-payments-of-german-journalist-through-cyprus

In a joint investigation by Der Spiegel magazine and German public television ZDF, conducted in collaboration with the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists under the project ''Cyprus Confidential,''...

65. Finance Minister perturbed over 'Cyprus Confidential'

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/finance-minister-perturbed-over-cyprus-confidential

Finance Minister Makis Keravnos expressed dismay over the revelations in ''Cyprus Confidential,'' emphasizing concerns about ongoing portrayals of Cyprus as a problematic financial and investment destination....

66. Michalis Persianis: 'The wet firecracker'

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/michalis-persianis-the-wet-firecracker

The Cyprus Confidential revelations turned out to be a 'petard mouille', a wet firecracker failing to generate the anticipated excitement. This disappointment surpassed the one we experienced when we photographed accountants, politicians, lawyers, and bankers up to their chests while in the nude....

67. Cyprus Confidential: A new stain on Cyprus' image

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/pwc-s-secret-dance-with-russian-oligarchs-revealed

Another episode is unfolding that stains Cyprus' name on a global scale. This time, it's not about the Naturalization Program or "golden passports" but centers on sanctions imposed on Russian oligarchs since Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022....

68. Cyprus Confidential unveils scandalous financial ties

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-confidential-unveils-scandalous-financial-ties

The ICIJ investigation reveals that PwC Cyprus collaborated with at least 12 Russians under Western sanctions, aiding in wealth transfer during Russia's annexation of Crimea and the Donbass war....

69. Al Jazeera report trial postponed as case hits legal snag

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/al-jazeera-report-trial-postponed-as-case-hits-legal-snag

In a significant development, the criminal case involving the Al Jazeera report and events tied to the exceptional naturalization of foreign investors and businessmen saw a postponement on Tuesday. ...

70. Cyprus gears up for ICIJ bombshell on Russian ties

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-gears-up-for-icij-bombshell-on-russian-ties

The government is on high alert due to the announcement of a documentary by the ICIJ on the Cypriot Investment Program and its relations with Russian oligarchs....

71. Russian tycoons secure bargains as multinationals retreat

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/russian-tycoons-secure-bargains-as-multinationals-retreat

In the post-Ukraine war era, a unique trend is shaping Russia's business landscape. Big Western players like McDonald's, Ball Corp., and Henkel AG made a swift exit, leaving behind a $21 billion void. Enter a new generation of Russian business leaders, seizing opportunities amidst the multinational exodus....

72. EU extends sanctions on Turkey for East Med drilling

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-extends-sanctions-on-turkey-for-east-med-drilling

In a press release on Thursday, the Council of the European Union announced the renewal of restrictive measures against Turkey for unauthorized drilling activities in the Eastern Mediterranean....

73. Ministries unite to transform halloumi industry

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ministries-unite-to-transform-halloumi-industry

There is a need for order, mainly regarding the conduct of inspections but also other issues related to the production and distribution of halloumi cheese, the Ministry of Commerce and the Ministry of Agriculture are trying, with George Papanastasiou and Petros Xenofontos agreeing that the management of all issues concerning the product, should be transferred to one and only ministry. And this was deemed necessary, since halloumi is now a protected designation of origin....

74. New US sanctions target Cyprus over Russia connections

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-us-sanctions-target-cyprus-over-russia-connections

Four individuals and two legal entities related to Cyprus are included in a new US list of sanctions imposed due to Russia's offensive against Ukraine....

75. Turkey, the most unreliable ally of the West

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/turkey-the-most-unreliable-ally-of-the-west

The latest developments in the Middle East after the terrorist actions of Hamas and the reaction of Israel have proven once again that Turkey does not want and does not belong to the Western alliance. Tayyip Erdogan’s decision to align himself with the extremist Islamists of Hamas and Iran clearly shows where the country is heading....

76. The Queen is naked

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/the-queen-is-naked

The fairy tale of Hans Christian Andersen about the king who believed he was wearing splendid clothes while, in reality, he was naked, seems to be a fitting analogy for the situation of the European Union and its external policy....

77. Biden's cabinet seeks $105 billion aid for Israel and Ukraine

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/biden-s-cabinet-seeks-$105-billion-aid-for-israel-and-ukraine

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Secretary of State Antony Blinken will make the case Tuesday that the United States should immediately send aid to Israel and Ukraine, testifying at a Senate hearing as the administration’s massive $105 billion emergency aid request for conflicts in those countries and others has already hit roadblocks in the divided Congress. ...

78. Former President's startling revelation about food

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/former-president-s-startling-revelation-about-food

In April 2022, former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev, now deputy head of Russia’s Security Council, said on his Telegram channel: “Our food is our silent weapon. Silent — but formidable."...

79. CBC lowers GDP growth projections for 2023 and 2024

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cbc-lowers-gdp-growth-projections-for-2023-and-2024

The Central Bank of Cyprus has revised its growth projections for 2023 and 2024. They now expect GDP growth to be 2.4% in 2023 and 2.7% in 2024, down from their previous forecasts of 2.6% and 2.8%. This is due to Western sanctions against Russia and the fragile external environment affecting professional and non-tourism services....

80. Farmers hold government accountable for halloumi

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/farmers-hold-government-accountable-for-halloumi

Sheep and goat farmers are gearing up for decisive action, including staging a protest outside the Presidential building, if their meeting with the President on Tuesday, September 26, fails to address their demands concerning Halloumi's Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) status. Sotiris Kadis, the president of the Sheep and Goat Farmers Association, conveyed this message during an interview with SPOR FM and Diaspora News....

81. Focus on growth, employment control, and surplus in the 2024 budget

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/focus-on-growth-employment-control-and-surplus-in-the-2024-budget

The 2024 state budget to be tabled to the Council of Ministers for approval next week will have three key characteristics, Minister of Finance Makis Keravnos told CNA....

82. US plane brings captives back home

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-plane-brings-captives-back-home

The plane carrying five American citizens freed as part of a deal between the U.S. and Iran have now landed back home in the United States....

83. Putin and Erdogan's plan for turning Turkey into an ''Energy Hub'' stalls

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/putin-and-erdogan-s-plan-for-turning-turkey-into-an-energy-hub-stalls

A joint endeavor between Putin and Erdogan to transform Turkey into a crucial conduit for Russian gas to Europe appears to have hit a roadblock, according to sources cited by Reuters....

84. US anti-corruption chief shines spotlight on Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-anti-corruption-chief-shines-spotlight-on-cyprus

Richard Nephew, the Coordinator on Global Anti-Corruption at the US State Department, emphasized the severe consequences of corruption on economies and international investments during his visit to Cyprus....

85. European law puts online platforms at risk of fines and sanctions

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/european-law-puts-online-platforms-at-risk-of-fines-and-sanctions

Major online platforms risk fines and sanctions if they violate the new European law on digital services that came into force end of August and which, inter alia, makes online platforms legally responsible for the content posted on them....

86. Spanish Soccer President stays firm after lip-kissing incident

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/spanish-soccer-president-stays-firm-after-lip-kissing-incident

Facing his possible removal from office, the president of the Spanish soccer federation refused to resign Friday despite an uproar for kissing a player on the lips without her consent after the Women’s World Cup final....

87. Do secret chip labs help Huawei avoid U.S. sanctions?

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/do-secret-chip-labs-help-huawei-avoid-u-s-sanctions

Huawei Technologies Co is building a collection of secret semiconductor-fabrication facilities across China to let the company skirt U.S. sanctions, a Washington-based semiconductor association has warned, Bloomberg News reported on Tuesday....

88. Nearly 7,000 property purchase permits granted in 2.5 years

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nearly-7-000-property-purchase-permits-granted-in-2-5-years

In the span from January 2021 to August 2023, approximately 6,958 foreigners were given the authorization to acquire real estate within the occupied territories, as reported by ''official'' data, according to a Yeni Dusen report....

89. Former FBI leader guilty in Russian oligarch plot

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/former-fbi-leader-guilty-in-russian-oligarch-plot

The former head of counterintelligence for the FBI’s New York field office pleaded guilty Tuesday to one count of conspiracy in connection to a scheme working for a sanctioned Russian oligarch in 2021. ...

90. Poland's big parade shows readiness

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/poland-s-big-parade-shows-readiness

Poland held its largest military parade in decades on Tuesday, in a flex of defensive muscle that comes as tensions rise on the border between the NATO nation and key Russian ally Belarus....

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