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Cyprus news in the “World” category — updated throughout the day.
WorldKadyrov says he opposes talks to end war in Ukraine and urges Russia to fight on
Moscow, Russia. Chechnya leader Ramzan Kadyrov said he opposed talks to end the war in Ukraine and said Russia should continue fighting. He made the remarks at the Kremlin as President Vladimir Putin met…
WorldMajor events that occurred on January 29
Nicosia, Cyprus. A range of major events spanning politics, protest, culture, and aviation occurred on January 29 in…
WorldTrump warns Iran of harsher strikes, urges nuclear deal talks as tensions rise
Washington, United States. President Donald Trump warned Iran that any future U.S. military strike would be “far worse”…
WorldThailand and Malaysia tighten airport screening after two Nipah virus cases detected in India
Bangkok, Thailand. Thailand and Malaysia have increased airport screening measures following the detection of two Nipah virus cases…
WorldStarmer tells Xi he seeks “sophisticated relationship” as Britain looks to reset China ties
Beijing, China. Prime Minister Keir Starmer told Chinese President Xi Jinping he wanted to build a “sophisticated relationship”…
WorldTrump urges Iran to negotiate nuclear deal as Tehran warns of retaliation
Washington, United States. President Donald Trump urged Iran to negotiate a deal to prevent nuclear weapons, warning that…
WorldRubio tells Senate Venezuela’s interim leaders moving toward closer U.S. ties after Maduro seizure
Washington, United States. Secretary of State Marco Rubio told the U.S. Senate on Wednesday that Venezuela’s new leaders…
WorldSoutheast Asian authorities tighten screening after Nipah cases confirmed in India
New Delhi, India. Authorities in Singapore, Hong Kong, Thailand and Malaysia have introduced screening measures to prevent the…
WorldSarah Mullally confirmed as first female Archbishop of Canterbury at St Paul’s Cathedral
London, United Kingdom. Sarah Mullally was officially confirmed on Wednesday as the first woman to lead the Church…
WorldAtomic scientists move Doomsday Clock to 85 seconds to midnight, citing nuclear and AI risks
Chicago, United States. The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists moved its Doomsday Clock to 85 seconds before midnight,…
WorldTurkey urges US to pursue step-by-step approach in disputes with Iran, says Tehran ready for nuclear talks
Ankara, Turkey. Turkey’s foreign minister urged the United States to address disputes with Iran “one by one” rather…