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UK envoy faces criticism over Turkish Cyprus visit
Hurriyet Daily News
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NICOSIA The U.K.’s trade envoy to Türkiye, Afzal Khan, came under mounting criticism this week following his visit to Turkish Cyprus, with the president of the northern part of the island voicing support for the British MP amid the controversy....
Greek and Turkish Cypriots unite to restore cemeteries along Green Line
Saudi Gazette
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August 14, 2025
NICOSIA — More than half a century after the Turkish invasion of northern Cyprus, the island's communities are restoring each other's cemeteries. So far, restoration is under way at 15 cemeteries inside the Green Line, the demilitarised zone...
UK government confirms list of 30 countries where Blue Badge holders can use parking passes
Manchester Evening News
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August 14, 2025
The Government has confirmed which parts of Europe recognise UK Blue Badges People in the UK who have a Blue Badge are able to use the parking pass in certain European countries, according to the Department for Transport. The Blue Badge Scheme was...
Cyprus chaos: Sausage pies, scorched politics, and TikTok cops
Knews Kathimerini
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The viral photo of the week showing Americans posing proudly in front of a… sad little plate of sausage pies sparked plenty of commentary. “Where’s the traditional Cypriot hospitality?” lamented someone on social media. Meanwhile, a portly, and...
Rival leaders in Cyprus agree to refurbish cemeteries to help foster reconciliation
White Lake Beacon - Michigan
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In the five decades since a Turkish invasion, vandalism and the ravages of time have transformed hundreds of Cyprus' cemeteries into evidence of the geographic and political rift. But even as chances for bilateral talks to end the divide appear...
Helios Airways Flight 522: The 2005 Disaster That Shook Greece and Cyprus
To Vima
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August 14, 2025
On August 14, 2005, Helios Airways Flight 522—an early-morning Boeing 737-300 from Larnaca, Cyprus, bound for Athens—entered Greek airspace and then fell eerily silent. For more than two hours, the jet drifted on autopilot inside the Athens Flight...
Inside Invest Cyprus’ Strategy for Attracting Tech Investors
Cyprus Mail
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August 14, 2025
Establishing Cyprus as a leading European base for international technology companies by aligning policy, partnerships and incentives Invest Cyprus is positioning the island as a leading technology investment hub through strategic partnerships,...
Senegalese diplomat set to lead UN mission in Cyprus
Knews Kathimerini
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The United Nations is set to bring a seasoned hand to Cyprus, with Senegalese diplomat Khassim Diagne poised to become the next Special Representative of the Secretary-General and head of UNFICYP. Pending formal approval from António Guterres,...
Cyprus joins EU in saying Ukraine should have say in own future
Cyprus Mail
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August 12, 2025
Cyprus welcomes the United States’ efforts to mediate between Ukraine and Russia with the aim of bringing the war in Ukraine to an end, government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said on Tuesday. Speaking to the Cyprus News Agency, he said...
Turkey Challenges Greece and Cyprus by Blocking Key Projects in the East Med
Greek Reporter
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August 14, 2025
Ankara leverages its “Turkish continental shelf” claim to create geopolitical hurdles. Turkish Navy. File photo. Turkey intensifies its efforts to obstruct key infrastructure projects that involve Greece and Cyprus in the Eastern Mediterranean,...
Jailed Tycoon Files $500 Million Compensation Claim Against Armenian Government
Azatutyun
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Prime Minister Nikol Pashinian announced plans in June to nationalize ENA just hours after the Moscow-based tycoon was arrested in Yerevan following his strong criticism of the premier’s campaign against the Armenian Apostolic Church. Prosecutors...
Cyprus hotels near full for peak summer season
Cyprus Mail
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August 12, 2025
Last-minute rooms still up for grabs Cyprus hotels will be at their busiest from the following weekend until August 18, with occupancy rates between 90 and 95 per cent, according to Thanos Michaelides, president of the hoteliers association...
Gulf International Bank’s Ratings Affirmed
MENAFN
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August 14, 2025
(MENAFN- Capital Intelligence Ltd) Capital Intelligence Ratings (CI Ratings or CI) today announced that it has affirmed the Long-Term Foreign Currency Rating (LT FCR) and Short-Term Foreign Currency Rating (ST FCR) of Gulf International Bank (GIB...
Cyprus: Beach lockers to be installed at two Paralimni-Deryneia beaches
Famagusta Gazette
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August 12, 2025
Home Cyprus Cyprus: Beach lockers to be installed at two Paralimni-Deryneia beaches FAMAGUSTA GAZETTE – A total of 320 beach lockers will be installed at two popular beaches in the Paralimni-Deryneia municipality to improve safety and convenience...
PSEKA – State Department and Cyprus
Hellenic News of America
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August 14, 2025
August 13, 2025 After reading the letter of Philip Christopher, President of PSEKA, to Secretary of State Marco Rubio regarding the illegal and provocative arrest of five elderly Greek Cypriot citizens on the charge of trespassing for visiting...
Cyprus-based Olvia Investments eyes liquid products terminal in Constanța port
Romania Insider
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August 12, 2025
Olvia Investments, a Cyprus-registered real estate investment company within the Island Oil Holdings group, is seeking to acquire Green Port Operator, a port logistics firm in Constanța, with plans to build a liquid products terminal in the Black...
Finance Ministry prolongs public debate on tax reform until September
Cyprus Mail
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August 18, 2025
Debate intensifies over impact on households and businesses The Finance Ministry on Monday announced that the public consultation on the package of bills concerning the planned tax reform has been extended. In a post on social media platform X,...
Grave by grave, a new project in divided Cyprus tries to mend mistrust
Associated Press
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August 14, 2025
TOCHNI, Cyprus (AP) — On opposite sides of ethnically divided Cyprus, even the resting places of the dead haven’t been spared the fallout of war. Shattered granite crosses are strewn about the weed-choked Greek Cypriot cemeteries in the island’s...
Cyprus: Police seize over a kilo of cannabis in Paphos drug bust
Famagusta Gazette
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August 12, 2025
Home Cyprus Cyprus: Police seize over a kilo of cannabis in Paphos drug bust FAMAGUSTA GAZETTE – A 40-year-old man was arrested Monday night after police discovered more than a kilogram of cannabis in his vehicle, authorities said. Members of the...
Police Investigate Alleged Kidnapping and Assault of Syrian Asylum Seeker in Cyprus
Famagusta Gazette
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August 14, 2025
Home Cyprus Police Investigate Alleged Kidnapping and Assault of Syrian Asylum Seeker in Cyprus FAMAGUSTA GAZETTE — Authorities are investigating a reported kidnapping and assault involving a Syrian national residing at the Kofinou Reception...