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151. Sense of optimism surrounds roadblock talks

152. Syrians withdrawing asylum requests, says Deputy Minister of Migration

Syrian nationals in Cyprus are beginning to submit applications to withdraw their asylum requests, according to Deputy Minister of Migration and International Protection, Nikolas Ioannidis....

153.  Turkey warns Cyprus over missile system, cites arms race risk

Turkey has strongly criticized Cyprus’s integration of the advanced Barak MX anti-aircraft missile system into its National Guard, calling the move a threat to regional stability. ...

154. Cyprus launches ''Digital Citizen'' for easier access to services

Cyprus is making it easier for its citizens to handle official paperwork with the launch of the ''Digital Citizen'' program. Starting today, Cypriots can access and store important documents, such as their identity cards, driving licenses, and vehicle registration certificates, all in digital format....

155. USS The Sullivans makes strategic stop in Larnaca

The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS The Sullivans (DDG 68) has arrived at Larnaca Port, marking a brief yet meaningful stopover in Cyprus before redeploying in the Eastern Mediterranean....

156. Earthquake rattles Cyprus, felt strongly in Nicosia

An earthquake measuring 4.9 on the Richter scale shook Cyprus shortly after 11:00 AM on Tuesday, with several buildings in the capital, Nicosia, reportedly evacuated as a precautionary measure....

157. African workers unite for historic labour conference

African migrant workers and labour activists gathered in Nicosia's Old Town on Sunday for Cyprus's first-ever African Workers’ Conference....

158. Cypriot antiquities return home from the UK

In a heartwarming and significant step for Cyprus, a collection of ancient Cypriot antiquities has been successfully repatriated from the United Kingdom....

159. USS Bulkeley makes Thanksgiving stop in Cyprus

The USS Bulkeley (DDG-84), an Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, has docked in Cyprus for a Thanksgiving liberty call....

160. Cyprus faces Schengen conundrum amid unresolved division

Cyprus remains caught in a political and logistical bind as Bulgaria and Romania prepare to join the Schengen free-movement area on January 1, 2025, according to a report by Kathimerini's Pavlos Xanthoulis....

161. Why the NATO debate is still a divisive issue in Cyprus

The NATO debate in Cyprus has always been polarizing. Unlike the real debate on membership in the North Atlantic Alliance—which requires preconditions and an invitation, not just an "application"—...

162. Macron celebrates Notre-Dame’s restoration

Emmanuel Macron has praised the craftsmen and women who worked tirelessly to restore Paris's Notre-Dame Cathedral, which was devastated by a fire in 2019. ...

163. Cyprus receives major credit rating boost from Moody’s

Last Friday, Moody’s delivered a major endorsement of Cyprus’ economic progress, upgrading its credit rating by two notches, from Baa2 to A3, with a stable outlook, according to a report by Panayiotis Rougalas. ...

164. 200 foreign companies and 1,200 new jobs in Cyprus in six months

Cyprus is experiencing a surge in foreign investment, with approximately 200 international companies establishing operations in the country during the first half of the year. ...

165. Did Angela Merkel misjudge Germany's dependence on Russian gas?

In her memoir ''Freedom'', Angela Merkel reflects on her 16-year tenure as German chancellor, offering insights into her political approach and the global crises that defined her leadership....

166. Cyprus' role in the East Med highlighted at Economist conference

Cyprus’ growing importance in the Eastern Mediterranean was highlighted by U.S. Ambassador Julie Fisher and the UK’s new High Commissioner Michael Tatham during the 20th Economist magazine conference in Cyprus on Thursday....

167. Russia fires intercontinental ballistic missile at Ukraine

In a significant escalation of the ongoing conflict, Russia launched an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) at the Ukrainian city of Dnipro on Thursday. This marks the first reported use of an ICBM in the war, a weapon traditionally designed for long-range nuclear strikes....

168. Cyprus to tighten rules for migrants who commit crimes

Cyprus is reviewing its rules for handling migrants who have special protection but commit serious crimes, according to a report by Kathimerini's George Kakouris....

169. US and Greek Embassies in Kyiv close amid major airstrike threat

The United States has temporarily closed its embassy in Kyiv, citing credible intelligence about a potential major airstrike on November 20. ...

170. Cyprus takes the helm at global maritime trade summit in Hong Kong

The Cyprus Shipping Chamber has taken center stage at the prestigious Hong Kong Global Maritime Trade Summit, held just ahead of Hong Kong Maritime Week from November 17 to 23. ...

171. Two key undersea communication cables cut in Baltic Sea

Two important undersea communication cables in the Baltic Sea were cut recently, and it looks like it was done on purpose. ...

172. Paralimni-Deryneia officials shut down abandoned apartment complex

In a bold move to improve living conditions and protect its reputation, the Municipality of Paralimni - Deryneia has shut down a derelict apartment complex that had become a danger to health and safety....

173. Cyprus to strip protection from asylum seekers who commit serious crimes

Cyprus has moved forward with a new law that will strip asylum seekers of their subsidiary protection status if they commit serious criminal offenses. ...

174. Arson attack targets senior customs officer in Nicosia

A senior manager from the Customs Department is the victim of a suspected arson attack that took place early Thursday morning in the Nicosia district. ...

175. Part-time work declines in Cyprus, gender gap narrows

In 2023, the share of part-time workers in Cyprus for those aged 20-64 was at 8%, a slight drop from 9.1% in 2022. This trend of declining part-time work has been consistent in Cyprus since 2014...

176. Elon Musk shares 'Dark MAGA' video, casting Trump as America’s superhero

''See, I'm not just like you—I'm Dark MAGA,'' Elon Musk appears to declare at the start of a two-minute anime-style video posted on his personal social media account....

177. Cypriot President holds quiet meeting with Trump associate ahead of U.S. elections

Cypriot President Nicos Christodoulides recently met with a close associate of Donald Trump at the Presidential Palace to discuss potential shifts in Cyprus-U.S. relations if Trump were to win the U.S. election. ...

178. President Christodoulides congratulates Trump on Election win

Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides has congratulated Donald Trump for his election and says that he looks forward to continue working with the US on expanding and reinforcing the strategic partnership between the two countries....

179. Urgent airbag recall: Thousands of cars in Cyprus at risk

Thousands of vehicles in Cyprus may be equipped with potentially dangerous Takata airbags, as the recall process for these defective products remains incomplete. ...

180. Red alert issued for Barcelona as torrential rains raise ‘extreme danger’

Authorities in Barcelona issued a red alert warning of "extreme danger" as torrential rains continue to batter the area, with similar severe weather plaguing other regions of Spain, where search efforts are ongoing for missing persons....