Stakeholders to discuss Larnaca port impasse at Presidential Palace

Stakeholders to discuss Larnaca port impasse at Presidential Palace

– Stakeholders are meeting to discuss the impasse over the future of the planned Larnaca marina and port revamp.
– Kition Ocean Holdings filed a case against the government for causing delays and breaching the contract.
– The government had been unwilling to meet the company to discuss a difference in a financial guarantee.
– Kition Ocean Holdings has been threatened by the government.

Corona beer maker Constellation Brands forecasts annual profit above estimates

Corona beer maker Constellation Brands forecasts annual profit above estimates

Constellation Brands forecast annual profit above Wall Street expectations for 2025, with earnings per share expected to be in the range of .50 to .80.

Suspending asylum applications for Syrians , ‘legal’

Suspending asylum applications for Syrians , ‘legal’

The suspension of examining asylum applications from Syrian nationals is the activation of Cyprus’ Plan B in the face of increasing migrant arrivals and is legal.

Pope Francis urges end to ‘spiral of violence’ in Middle East

Pope Francis urges end to ‘spiral of violence’ in Middle East

Pope Francis urged Iran and Israel to avoid actions that could escalate violence in the Middle East. He called for a ceasefire in Gaza and negotiations for humanitarian aid and the release of Israeli hostages. The Pope emphasized the importance of peace and dialogue between Israelis and Palestinians.

Widespread condemnation of attacks on Israel

Widespread condemnation of attacks on Israel

Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos condemned the Iranian strikes on Israel and called for restraint to avoid further escalation and destabilization. His words were echoed by political parties, with Disy and Dipa condemning the attacks and calling for diplomatic channels and dialogue to prevent disastrous results. Akel called for a National Council meeting to address the dangerous developments in the region.