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Cyprus news in the “World” category — updated throughout the day.
WorldDrone attack sparks fire at Fujairah Oil Industry Zone as UAE intercepts Iranian missiles
Fujairah, United Arab Emirates. A fire broke out at the Fujairah Oil Industry Zone on Monday after a drone attack originating from Iran, authorities said. The UAE military separately said it intercepted three Iranian…
WorldWHO reports suspected hantavirus outbreak on MV Hondius after deaths in South Africa
Pretoria, South Africa. Three people have died and at least one other is in intensive care in South…
WorldWHO says low public risk after suspected hantavirus outbreak on Atlantic cruise ship
Praia, Cape Verde. The World Health Organisation said on Monday there was no need for panic and the…
WorldIran says it forced US warship to retreat from Strait of Hormuz as Washington denies missile strike report
Tehran, Iran. Iran said on Monday it forced a US warship to retreat from the Strait of Hormuz,…
WorldMajor events that occurred on May 4
Washington, United States. The following are some of the major events to have occurred on May 4, ranging…
WorldUS backs Taiwan President Lai’s visit to Eswatini as China condemns trip
Mbabane, Eswatini. The United States backed Taiwan President Lai Ching-te’s visit to Eswatini, describing Taiwan as a “trusted…
WorldIran warns it will attack U.S. forces entering Strait of Hormuz after Trump escort pledge
Tehran, Iran. Iran on Monday threatened to attack any American military forces that attempt to enter the Strait…
WorldHezbollah officials cite heavy losses and political fallout from renewed conflict with Israel
Beirut, Lebanon. Hezbollah has suffered significant losses and political consequences since hostilities with Israel resumed, according to Hezbollah…
WorldTrump says U.S. to help free ships stranded in Strait of Hormuz as tanker reports projectile strike
Washington, United States. President Donald Trump said the United States would start helping to free ships stranded in…
WorldMerz says rift with Trump not linked to planned U.S. troop reduction in Germany
Berlin, Germany. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said he must accept that President Donald Trump does not share his…
WorldIsraeli court extends detention of two activists arrested aboard Gaza-bound flotilla
Ashkelon, Israel. An Israeli court has extended by two days the detention of two activists arrested aboard a…