News: World
Cyprus news in the “World” category — updated throughout the day.
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 in India, as health authorities work to contain the rare but deadly infection. Regional response and…
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…
WorldRwanda files arbitration case against Britain over scrapped asylum deal
Kigali, Rwanda. Rwanda has filed an arbitration case against Britain over the cancellation of an asylum deal by…
WorldHungarian prosecutors charge Budapest mayor over role in LGBTQ+ Pride rally
Budapest, Hungary. Hungarian prosecutors have brought charges against Budapest’s liberal mayor, Gergely Karacsony, over his role in arranging…
WorldStarmer begins first UK prime minister visit to China since 2018 amid shifting Western diplomacy
Beijing, China. Keir Starmer began the first visit to China by a British prime minister since 2018 on…