News: World
Cyprus news in the “World” category — updated throughout the day.
WorldTrump says US and Nigerian forces killed ISIS deputy Abu-Bilal al-Minuki in Africa operation
Washington, United States. US President Donald Trump said on Friday that Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, whom he described as second in command of ISIS globally, was killed in an operation conducted by US and Nigerian forces.…
WorldTaiwan diplomat says U.S. arms sales are backed by law amid Trump’s uncertainty
Taipei, Taiwan. Taiwan Deputy Foreign Minister Chen Ming-chi said U.S. arms sales to Taiwan are a cornerstone of…
WorldTrump says U.S., Nigerian forces killed ISIS deputy Abu-Bilal al-Minuki
Washington, United States. U.S. President Donald Trump said U.S. and Nigerian forces eliminated Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, whom he described…
WorldZelenskyy vows retaliation after Kyiv missile strike kills 24 as mourning begins
Kyiv, Ukraine. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy vowed retaliation against Russia after a missile strike destroyed an apartment block in…
WorldIsrael and Lebanon agree to extend ceasefire by 45 days, US State Department says
Washington, United States. Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 45-day extension of a ceasefire President Donald Trump…
WorldNetanyahu says Israel controls 60% of Gaza, citing expanded military hold
Jerusalem, Israel. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israeli forces now control 60% of the Gaza Strip, in…
WorldTrump says patience with Iran is running out, cites Xi on reopening Strait of Hormuz
Beijing, China. U.S. President Donald Trump said his patience with Iran was running out and that Chinese President…
WorldOfficials seek clear messaging as hantavirus cruise ship outbreak revives COVID-era fears
Washington, United States. Health officials are working to communicate quickly and clearly about hantavirus after an outbreak of…
WorldIran says it has “no trust” in U.S., sets conditions for Hormuz transit as talks remain suspended
New Delhi, India. Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said Tehran has “no trust” in the United States and…
WorldUK borrowing costs jump as Labour leadership uncertainty deepens around Starmer
London, United Kingdom. Britain’s borrowing costs surged on Friday as Labour Party leadership uncertainty intensified after Greater Manchester…
WorldMajor events that occurred on May 15
Nicosia, Cyprus. Selected major events from history occurred on May 15, spanning political developments, scientific milestones, cultural records…