News: World
Cyprus news in the “World” category — updated throughout the day.
WorldUS Embassy in Kyiv says it remains open after reports of changes to operations
Kyiv, Ukraine. The US Embassy in Kyiv said on Thursday that it remains open and denied reports of any changes to its operations after Russia warned diplomats and foreigners to leave the Ukrainian capital…
WorldIran ends near-90-day internet blackout as social media access returns
Tehran, Iran. Iranians expressed relief as social media access returned after a long internet shutdown imposed by the…
WorldAt least 15 students die in dormitory fire at Kenya girls’ school
Gilgil, Kenya. A fire tore through a dormitory at a girls’ school in Kenya’s Rift Valley overnight, killing…
WorldGlobal temperatures expected to near record highs over next five years, U.N. report says
London, United Kingdom. Average global temperatures are forecast to reach near-record levels in the next five years, with…
WorldIran strikes US airbase after American attacks on drone operation near Strait of Hormuz
Washington, United States. Iran’s Revolutionary Guard said on Thursday that it had struck a US airbase after American…
WorldIran and U.S. trade fresh strikes as ceasefire faces new strain
Washington, United States. Iran’s Revolutionary Guard said on Thursday it targeted a U.S. airbase after the U.S. military…
WorldUS consumer confidence slips in May as inflation worries tied to Iran war rise
Washington, United States. US consumer confidence eased in May as concerns about inflation linked to the war with…
WorldTrump-backed UFC cage fight set for White House South Lawn during US 250th anniversary
Washington, United States. A mixed martial arts arena is being built on the White House South Lawn for…
WorldGerman court sentences former Red Army Faction member Daniela Klette to 13 years
Berlin, Germany. A German court on Wednesday sentenced Daniela Klette, identified by police as a former member of…
WorldIsrael kills Hamas armed wing chief in Gaza City as ceasefire talks remain stalled
Gaza City, Gaza. Dozens of Palestinians carried the body of Hamas’ armed wing chief through the streets of…
WorldTrump says U.S. not yet satisfied with Iran deal talks, rejects easing sanctions
Washington, United States. U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that he was not yet satisfied with a…