News: World
Cyprus news in the “World” category — updated throughout the day.
WorldUK forces intercept sanctioned Russian oil tanker in Channel operation
London, United Kingdom. British armed forces intercepted the sanctioned Russian shadow fleet oil tanker Smyrtos in the Channel on Sunday, marking the first time Britain has led an operation to disrupt oil revenues that…
WorldUS, Pakistan signal Iran framework deal could be signed Sunday amid uncertainty
Tehran, Iran. US and Pakistani leaders said a framework agreement aimed at ending months of conflict between the…
WorldQatari negotiators travel to Tehran amid efforts to finalize U.S.-Iran war agreement
Tehran, Iran. Qatari negotiators flew to Tehran on Sunday morning as part of efforts to finalize an agreement…
WorldProtesters in Mashhad chant against Iran’s foreign minister amid talk of a US-Iran agreement
Mashhad, Iran. An Iranian news agency on Saturday published video showing protesters in Mashhad chanting slogans against Foreign…
WorldAustralia to review Coogee Beach drone restrictions after shark attack
Sydney, Australia. Australia’s aviation regulator will review drone restrictions over Coogee Beach after a shark attack on Saturday…
WorldEbola cases in Democratic Republic of Congo rise to 710, with 149 deaths
Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo. The number of confirmed Ebola cases in Democratic Republic of Congo has increased…
WorldSwiss voters decide on population cap proposal with potential impact on EU ties
Bern, Switzerland. Swiss voters are deciding on Sunday whether to approve a proposal to cap the country’s population,…
WorldU.S. and Pakistan foresee Sunday Iran framework deal, while Tehran questions timing
Washington, United States. U.S. and Pakistani leaders said a long-sought framework agreement to end fighting between the United…
WorldProtesters tear down fences at Albania luxury resort site amid land dispute
Rrjoll, Albania. About 200 protesters on Saturday tore down metal and razor wire fences surrounding a luxury development…
WorldDrone attack kills one in Temryuk as Ukraine reports strikes on Russian energy facilities
Temryuk, Russia. A Ukrainian drone attack killed one person and sparked a fire at a sea terminal in…
WorldBody found in vehicle near Tijuana stadium where Iran trains for 2026 World Cup
Tijuana, Mexico. Mexican authorities discovered a body inside the trunk of an abandoned vehicle near Caliente Stadium in…