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1411. Fears of potential nuclear disaster at Europe's largest nuclear power plant

Russian forces seized the largest nuclear power plant in Europe after a building at the complex was set ablaze during intense fighting with Ukrainian defenders, Ukrainian authorities said on Friday....

1412. What you need to know right now about the Ukraine-Russia conflict

Russia's invasion of Ukraine entered its second week on Thursday with its main assault force halted north of the capital Kyiv and several cities enduring heavy Russian bombing....

1413. Israel reassures Nicosia ahead of Ankara trip

Israeli President Isaac Herzog traveled to the Republic of Cyprus on Wednesday to reassure Nicosia their “strategic relationship” would not be torn down in light of his impending visit to Turkey, with the guest joining his host Cypriot President Nicos Anastasiades in condemning Russia over Ukraine and a strike near a Jewish memorial...

1414. Lukashenko may have mistakenly revealed plans for the Russian invasion

1415. Eleftheria square lit up in solidarity with Ukraine (images)

Since the beginning of the Russian invasion of Ukraine 7 days ago, monuments around the world were lit up in the colors of the Ukrainian flag to show support and solidarity with the Ukrainian people. ...

1416. Zalensky makes impassioned speech to EU Parliament, gets standing ovation

President Volodymyr Zelensky today told European leaders Ukrainians are ‘paying the ultimate price to defend freedom’....

1417. YouTube in Cyprus blocks RT over Ukraine

YouTube in Cyprus has blocked access to popular Russian news outlet RT citing 'the ongoing war in Ukraine' after European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen said pro-Russia sites were spreading lies...

1418. Russian Ambassador to Cyprus: 'Russian tourists will go to Turkey, is that what you want?'

Stanislav Osadchiy, Russia’s Ambassador to Cyprus, has said, in an interview with a local media outlet, that the Republic of Cyprus and other European countries who have imposed sanctions on his country over its invasion of Ukraine have ‘shot themselves in the foot.’...

1419. Zelensky calls on EU to fast track EU membership

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky today called on the European Union to allow Ukraine to become a direct member of the bloc through a special process, at a time when the country is defending itself against the invasion of Russian forces....

1420. Op-ed: 'Poor humanity....'

Whatever I write about culture, I believe, would be out of place and out of step at this time, since the drums of war have sounded in the heart of Europe....

1421. Cyprus closes airspace to Russia, but reserves right to reconsider

Foreign Minister Ioannis Kasoulides expressed on Sunday Cyprus’ support to measures discussed with EU counterparts during an informal videoconference regarding, among other things, humanitarian support to Ukraine and targeted restrictive measures against Russia....

1422. 'I need ammunition, NOT a ride!' Zelensky blasts Biden for offering to evacuate him from Kyiv

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky told President Joe Biden 'I need ammunition, not a ride,' when offered the chance of a US-backed evacuation....

1423. We're all gonna die so here's a greener way to go

Back in January 2021, Covid created such a backlog of bodies at L.A. County morgues that the local air quality agency lifted air pollution limits on crematories so they could work extended hours....

1424. Cypriot video game designer denies links to malware found before Russian invasion

A 24-year-old videogame designer who runs his small business out of a home next to an old Cypriot church in a quiet suburb of Nicosia now finds himself entangled in a global crisis following the Russian invasion of Ukraine....

1425. 'I am target number one': Zelensky says Russian special forces kill squads are inside Kyiv (video)

Ukraine's president has admitted that he is 'target number one' for Russian assassins in his capital but insisted that he remained in Kyiv as he urged his fellow citizens to remain strong. ...

1426. Lavrov references the 'Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus' (video)

It's no surprise that comparisons are being made between the 1974 Turkish invasion of Cyprus and Russia's invasion of Ukraine, leaving us to wonder if Putin's actions today could affect Cyprus' state of affairs with regards to the Cyprus problem. ...

1427. The secret service hardliner who was at a loss for words in front of Putin (video)

Commenting on Monday's torturous meeting with Russian intelligence chief Sergei Naryshkin, the Guardian noted that he was one of the "hawks" of the Russian government known for his tough anti-Western stance. ...

1428. Biden: Putin's actions are the the 'beginning of a Russian invasion of Ukraine'

US President Joe Biden described events now underway in Ukraine as "the beginning of a Russian invasion of Ukraine" as he unveiled harsh new sanctions to punish Moscow....

1429. 11 missing, hundreds rescued after flames engulf Greece-Italy ferry [video]

The Greek coast guard confirmed on Friday that 11 passengers were missing after a blaze broke out overnight on a ferry sailing from Greece to Italy. ...

1430. Are you ready for a 'Greekend'? (video)

The Greek National Tourism Organization (EOT) launched a new advertising campaign on Thursday, touting Greece’s attractions as a city break destination. Coining the word “Greekend,” the campaign encourages people to “end your week like a Greek.”...

1431. Four Typhoon jets in RAF Akrotiri to patrol skies in Eastern Europe [VIDEO]

Four Typhoon jets have landed in RAF Akrotiri in Cyprus and will shortly begin to patrol the skies with NATO Allies in Eastern Europe, a press release issued by the UK Defence Ministry said on Thursday....

1432. Cyprus bets on trust amid Turkey-Israel flirt

Cypriot Foreign Minister Ioannis Kasoulides says Nicosia is confident it won’t be sidelined as Israeli President Isaac Herzog prepares for a historic trip to Ankara but not before popping in for a visit to Cyprus as trust in the region is put to the test by all key players...

1433. NATO jets in Cyprus draw split reactions

Claims between East and West over the situation in Ukraine were hard to hold down over the weekend, but reports of more British fighter jets landing in Cyprus to deter Russia drew mixed reactions on the island where even the Church is feeling the heat as it prepares for elections...

1434. Cypriot scientist goes deep after fireball video

A bright object seen streaking over the night sky in Paphos over the weekend drew dozens of comments on social media, with the country’s space club looking at the fireball as an opportunity to get folks excited about space but also authorities to be better prepared ahead of increased solar activity...

1435. Ukraine shows unity as West sees no sign of Russian pullback

Ukrainians defied pressure from Moscow with a national show of flag-waving unity Wednesday, while the West warned that it saw no sign of a promised pullback of Russian troops from Ukraine’s borders despite Kremlin declarations of a withdrawal....

1436. When the 'Tinder Swindler' came to Cyprus

A few weeks ago, Netflix released a new biographical documentary, The Tinder Rogue. The story deals with the case of the young Simon Hayut or Simon Leviev, as he used to introduce himself to his victims, who cheated on women in order to make money....

1437. Russia announces end to exercises in Crimea, withdrawal of troops

Russia has announced the end of military exercises in Crimea and the withdrawal of troops from the region....

1438. Cyprus and France wrap up air defense exercises [VIDEO]

Cyprus' National Guard and the French Armed Forces successfully completed the Air Defense exercise "TALOS 2022" on Monday....

1439. Russian skater can compete amid doping controversy, but medal ceremony won’t be held

Russian teenager Kamila Valieva has been cleared to compete in the women’s figure skating competition at the Winter Olympics despite failing a pre-Games drug test, setting her up for an attempt at a second gold medal....

1440. Russia has surrounded Ukraine on three sides

Russia has amassed more than 100,000 troops near Ukraine's border in recent weeks, according to US estimates, raising fears from Western and Ukrainian intelligence officials that an invasion could be imminent....