The European Parliament’s achievements through the eyes of the Cypriot MEPs

The European Parliament’s achievements through the eyes of the Cypriot MEPs

The European Parliament has been instrumental in enacting reforms to enhance the lives of people in Europe, including managing the COVID-19 pandemic by endorsing the Recovery and Resilience Mechanism and contributing to the NextGenerationEU financial plan. Key achievements also include advancements in Green and Digital Transitions, implementing measures for health, welfare, and daily experiences of EU citizens, and supporting young people through initiatives like the European Year of Skills.

‘Political climate benefits Elam’

‘Political climate benefits Elam’

Elam is currently polling at 11 per cent, slightly ahead of Diko at 10 per cent.

Bangladeshi nationals report abuse in police hands

Bangladeshi nationals report abuse in police hands

Police refuted claims of abuse against Bangladeshi nationals after a raid in Limassol that led to the death of Anisur Rahman.

American trio share Masters lead as Woods targets Green Jacket

American trio share Masters lead as Woods targets Green Jacket

Bryson DeChambeau, Max Homa, and Scottie Scheffler share the lead after the second round of the Masters. Tiger Woods made the cut and is aiming for a record-equalling sixth Green Jacket.

ECB to discuss new strategy and green policy at Irish retreat

ECB to discuss new strategy and green policy at Irish retreat

European Central Bank policymakers will discuss green monetary policy and their upcoming strategy review at a retreat in Ireland next month.

2023 figures show EU aid keeps failing human development and equality

2023 figures show EU aid keeps failing human development and equality

– OECD DAC unveiled early figures for 2023 Official Development Assistance (ODA) spending by donor countries.
– Donor countries are failing to meet the original objectives of ODA to promote human development and fight inequalities.
– EU ODA increase in 2023 is largely driven by inflated figures, with a substantial portion going to in-donor refugee costs.
– ODA levels to least developed countries (LDCs) have not recovered from cuts in 2022.
– EU donors keep failing to meet the targets of allocating at least 0.7% of their GNI to ODA by diverting funds for domestic interests.

Ukraine parliament passes bill to overhaul army draft rules

Ukraine parliament passes bill to overhaul army draft rules

Ukraine’s parliament passed a bill to overhaul the armed forces draft process, aiming to increase troop numbers due to Russian forces outnumbering Kyiv’s troops by up to ten times in the east. General Yuriy Sodol expressed the urgent need for more manpower. The bill, which did not include harsh penalties for draft dodging, still needs to be signed by President Volodymyr Zelenskiy to become law. The legislation allows for better tracking of potential recruits and removes proposed penalties for draft evasion. Despite the changes, Deputy Commander Maksym Zhorin cautioned that the law will not work miracles on the battlefield.

ALGT becomes top Altcoin under $1, outshines PEPE and SOL

ALGT becomes top Altcoin under $1, outshines PEPE and SOL

– Algotech (ALGT) is a new contender in the cryptocurrency market that is rapidly gaining traction.
– Algotech promises cutting-edge technology and unique benefits that could redefine the market dynamics for altcoins under .
– Algotech has raised 0K in a single day in its presale stage and has sold 92M+ tokens, promising 10X gains.
– Algotech’s performance metrics signal a huge profit potential, drawing investors to offload other altcoins and buy-in.

North opposition figure refused entry to Turkey

North opposition figure refused entry to Turkey

Evrim Hincal, the financial secretary of Turkish Cypriot opposition party the TDP, was refused entry to Turkey on Wednesday. He was sent back to Cyprus alongside his wife and his four-year-old daughter after being told he was on Turkey’s N-82 list.

Exiled Belarusian opposition leader in Cyprus

Exiled Belarusian opposition leader in Cyprus

Exiled Belarusian political opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya visited Cyprus and met with House president Annita Demetriou and the House foreign affairs committee. The European Union must play an active role in confronting dictatorial regimes, and the struggle for freedom and democracy in Belarus is also Cyprus’ struggle. Thousands of political prisoners have been taken hostage in Belarus, and Tsikhanouskaya thanked Cyprus for supporting Belarusians in their fight for democratic changes.