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WorldKyiv hit by massive Russian missile attack, officials say
Kyiv, Ukraine. Kyiv came under a “massive” Russian missile attack early Thursday, with officials reporting strikes on multiple buildings across the city. Explosions were heard by Reuters witnesses as air raid alerts remained in…
EconomyLimassol Greens to expand in 2026 after residential handovers and golf course launch
Limassol, Cyprus. Limassol Greens said it will enter a new phase of expansion in 2026 after a year…
PoliticsCyprus Chief Scientist attends EU-India Forum in New Delhi
New Delhi, India. Chief Scientist Demetris Skourides participated in the EU-India Forum on February 6-7, aiming to strengthen…
EconomyCyprus officials stress investor protection as CySEC reports 600 forex firm inspections in 2025
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus officials called for stronger investor protection, better information and improved financial literacy in the forex…
EconomyCySEC requires eligible Cyprus Investment Firms to file 2025 EEA cross-border activity report
Nicosia, Cyprus. The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) issued a circular requiring certain Cyprus Investment Firms (CIFs)…
PoliticsGeorgiou warns EU–Mercosur safeguards fall short for Cypriot and EU farmers
Nicosia, Cyprus. Akel MEP Giorgos Georgiou said the EU–Mercosur trade agreement remains a threat to farmers, arguing that…
WorldGates Foundation says it paid nothing to Jeffrey Epstein after DOJ email release
Washington, United States. The Gates Foundation said on Wednesday it did not make any payments to late financier…
WorldNYC Mayor Mamdani urges tax increases on millionaires and corporations in state budget testimony
New York, United States. New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani called for a 2% tax increase on New…
WorldItaly cabinet backs bill allowing temporary naval blockades amid “exceptional pressure” at borders
Rome, Italy. Italy’s cabinet approved a bill authorising naval blockades to halt migrant boats during periods of “exceptional…
WorldTrump says no definitive outcome from Netanyahu meeting, Iran negotiations to continue
Washington, United States. U.S. President Donald Trump said no definitive decisions were reached in his meeting with Israeli…
PoliticsErhurman tells UN chief Turkish Cypriots face “unfair and illegal isolation” and urges its end
Nicosia, Cyprus. Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman told UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres that the Turkish Cypriot community is…