News: World
Cyprus news in the “World” category — updated throughout the day.
WorldRenewed Gulf hostilities see Iranian missile attacks thwarted as U.S.-Iran diplomacy stalls
Washington, United States. Gulf hostilities intensified on Wednesday as the U.S. military said Iranian missile attacks on Bahrain, Kuwait and other regional targets were either intercepted or failed. Diplomatic efforts between Washington and Tehran…
WorldTrump says US-Iran talks continue despite reports of suspension
Washington, United States. US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that talks between Washington and Tehran remain ongoing,…
WorldUS troop rotation to Lithuania under review as Washington reassesses Europe posture
Vilnius, Lithuania. Lithuania’s Defence Minister Robertas Kaunas said on Tuesday that the future deployment of United States troops…
WorldIsraeli strikes kill at least four Palestinians across Gaza, health officials say
Gaza City, Gaza Strip. Israeli fire killed at least four Palestinians in separate incidents across the Gaza Strip…
WorldBritain sets 2040 emissions-cut target of around 87% from 1990 levels
London, United Kingdom. Britain on Tuesday set a target to cut emissions by around 87% by 2040 from…
WorldIran reviews proposed U.S. deal as talks continue, Mehr reports
Tehran, Iran. Iran is reviewing a proposed agreement with the United States to halt the war between the…
WorldJune 2: Queen Elizabeth II’s coronation, Moon landing and other major events
London, United Kingdom. Major events on June 2 have included Queen Elizabeth II’s coronation in 1953, the first…
WorldWMO forecasts moderate to strong El Nino as global temperatures and extreme weather risks rise
New York, United States. The United Nations weather agency said on Tuesday it expects a moderate or possibly…
WorldGerman minister diverts to Larnaca after Lebanon visit aborted amid Beirut strike threat
Larnaca, Cyprus. German Development Minister Reem Alabali Radovan diverted to Larnaca airport on Monday after plans to visit…
WorldRussian strikes hit Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities, killing at least 11
Kyiv, Ukraine. Russian drones and missiles struck the Ukrainian capital Kyiv and other cities early on Tuesday, killing…
WorldLebanon announces partial ceasefire between Hezbollah and Israel as hostilities continue
Washington, United States. Lebanon announced a partial ceasefire between Hezbollah and Israel on Monday, in what would amount…