News: World
Cyprus news in the “World” category — updated throughout the day.
WorldAlbanian police use water cannons and tear gas at anti-resort protest
Tirana, Albania. Albanian police used water cannons and tear gas on Thursday to disperse protesters outside parliament after some threw eggs and bottles at officers during demonstrations against plans for a multi-billion-dollar resort involving…
WorldKremlin declines comment on report of Russian support for attacks on CIA sites
Moscow, Russia. The Kremlin on Thursday declined to comment on a Reuters report that US intelligence analysts were…
WorldHeathrow reports record 40 million passengers in first half of 2026
London, United Kingdom. Heathrow Airport welcomed a record 40 million passengers in the first half of 2026, despite…
WorldUS-Saudi nuclear deal raises Israeli concerns over regional arms race
Jerusalem, Israel. A proposed agreement between the United States and Saudi Arabia allowing the kingdom to build nuclear…
WorldHeavy rains kill at least 82 across India, Pakistan and Afghanistan
New Delhi, India. At least 82 people have died after heavy rains across northeastern India, Pakistan and Afghanistan…
WorldASEAN forum focuses on Middle East conflict and Strait of Hormuz blockade
Manila, Philippines. Top diplomats from Asia, Europe and North America gathered on Thursday for the ASEAN Regional Forum,…
WorldMajor events that occurred on July 23
Nicosia, Cyprus. July 23 has seen major political developments, cultural milestones and the deaths of prominent figures, from…
WorldGreece expected to approve €3.5 billion Israeli air defence system
Athens, Greece. Greece’s security council, KYSEA, is expected on Thursday to give final approval for the purchase of…
WorldHouthis Say They Struck Saudi Oil Tankers in Red Sea
Jizan, Saudi Arabia. The Iranian-aligned Houthis said they struck two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea as…
WorldU.S. and Saudi Arabia sign civil nuclear agreement allowing uranium enrichment
Washington, United States. The United States and Saudi Arabia have signed a civil nuclear power agreement allowing the…
WorldUK house price growth slows to 2.7% in May as rents rise 3.3% in June
London, United Kingdom. British house prices rose 2.7% in the year to May, slowing from an upwardly revised…