News: World
Cyprus news in the “World” category — updated throughout the day.
WorldFrench village acts to curb smartphone use in public spaces amid wider concerns over screen dependence
Seine-Port, France. A small French village voted in 2024 to discourage smartphone use in public spaces in response to concerns about screen dependence and declining in-person interaction. The move reflects broader debate over excessive…
WorldIsrael says troops can act freely in Lebanon as ceasefire with Hezbollah holds
Beirut, Lebanon. Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz said on Sunday that Israeli soldiers were free to act without…
WorldWestern and Central Europe faces prolonged extreme heat with temperatures above seasonal norms
Paris, France. Western and Central Europe is experiencing a major extreme weather event, with sweltering conditions expected to…
WorldIran says it will not build atomic bomb but will keep uranium enrichment
Tehran, Iran. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Iran was not seeking to build an atomic bomb but would…
WorldIsraeli strikes in Gaza kill at least six, including Al Jazeera correspondent
Gaza City, Palestinian Territories. Israeli strikes in Gaza killed at least six people, according to Palestinian health officials…
WorldJD Vance arrives in Switzerland for U.S.-Iran peace talks amid Strait of Hormuz dispute
Bern, Switzerland. U.S. Vice President JD Vance arrived in Switzerland on Sunday for peace talks with Iran as…
WorldUS-Iran talks face uncertainty amid Hormuz Strait threats and Israel-Hezbollah fighting
Lucerne, Switzerland. Uncertainty deepened ahead of planned US-Iran talks in Lucerne as confusion surrounded the possible arrival of…
WorldUS-Iran agreement raises hopes of de-escalation but leaves major regional issues unresolved
London, United Kingdom. The agreement that ended hostilities between the United States and Iran has raised hopes of…
WorldDeaths rise in Congo displacement camp as Ebola fears grow
Bunia, Democratic Republic of Congo. At least 30 people have died since the start of May at Kigonze…
WorldIran military command says Strait of Hormuz will be closed to vessel traffic
Tehran, Iran. Iran’s top joint military command, Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, said on Saturday that the Strait of…
WorldEurope heatwave triggers emergency measures in France and alerts across Germany and Italy
Paris, France. A severe heatwave spreading across much of Europe has prompted emergency measures in France, nationwide warnings…