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Cyprus news in the “World” category — updated throughout the day.
WorldAlbanian police appear to fire rubber bullets as student protests enter fifth day
Reuters footage showed police firing towards protesters in Tirana as students demanding Prime Minister Edi Rama’s resignation held a fifth day of demonstrations.
WorldRussia reports strikes on Ukrainian steelworks, power facilities and cargo vessels
Russia said overnight and afternoon strikes hit industrial sites, electricity substations and cargo vessels in Ukraine; Reuters could…
WorldSisi pledges support for Saudi Arabia if requested as Egypt’s parliament calls emergency session
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi said Egypt was ready to defend Saudi Arabia if asked, as parliament scheduled…
WorldKenya confirms four more Ebola cases, bringing total to seven
Kenya’s health ministry says four additional Ebola patients were diagnosed while in quarantine, with no evidence of community…
WorldHurricane Trudy approaches Mexico as forecasters warn of flooding and dangerous surf
Trudy could intensify before weakening on Sunday, with forecasters warning of heavy rainfall, landslides, coastal flooding and hazardous…
WorldTrump waives Russia sanctions and tariffs ahead of implementation deadline
Trump suspended Russia-related measures days before they were due to begin, citing US national interests, while Zelenskiy said…
WorldPope Leo returns to Vatican after lung cancer surgery
Pope Leo, 71, left Rome’s Gemelli Hospital on Saturday following lung cancer surgery and is due to lead…
WorldThousands rally against Tunisia’s Saied in largest protest in years
A UGTT-led demonstration brought together opposition parties and civil society groups in Tunisia’s capital amid economic hardship and…
WorldFrench police clash with protesters as living-cost demonstrations spread
French authorities reported 140 demonstrations involving 32,800 people outside Paris by midday on Saturday as protests over living…
WorldIrish public sector unions suspend strike ahead of mediated discussions
Irish public sector unions have suspended a strike planned for next week after agreeing to mediated discussions with…
WorldKatie Zacharia dismissed as White House press secretary after scrutiny over legal credentials
A White House official said Katie Zacharia was dismissed on Friday after President Donald Trump urged her to…