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Warm weather continues on Wednesday

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Warm weather continues on Wednesday

The air mass affecting the area will gradually recede from Thursday, with intermittent dust in the atmosphere until Friday. Today, the weather will be mainly clear with occasional high clouds. Winds will be variable and weak, becoming southwest to northwest and weak to moderate. The sea will be smooth to slight. Temperatures will reach around 34 degrees Celsius inland, around 29 on the coasts, around 24 on the western coasts, and around 23 in higher mountainous areas. Tonight will continue to be mainly clear with temperatures dropping to around 14 degrees Celsius inland and on the coasts, and around 12 degrees Celsius in higher mountainous areas.

Environmental action: you can make a real difference

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Environmental action: you can make a real difference

Fact: Supporting environmental organizations can enable them to have a more influential presence during their participation in decision-making bodies and committees.

Situation in Gaza , ‘desperate’, as WCK suspends relief

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Situation in Gaza , ‘desperate’, as WCK suspends relief

World Central Kitchen suspended its operations in Gaza after seven of its aid workers were killed in an IDF strike. President Nikos Christodoulides stated that the maritime aid corridor will remain open despite the suspension.

Ten migrant boats arrive over three days

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Ten migrant boats arrive over three days

476 irregular migrants have been intercepted in the last 72 hours, with nine people arrested on suspicion of people smuggling.

Benefits of cable sought before investment decision made

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Benefits of cable sought before investment decision made

The government of Cyprus has asked Greece’s Independent Power Transmission Operator (Admie) to carry out a cost-benefit analysis for the Great Sea Interconnector project, which aims to link the electricity grids of Cyprus, Greece, and Israel. The project, previously known as the EuroAsia Interconnector, is estimated to cost €1.9 billion. Cyprus is considering investing €100 million in the project and wants an updated analysis before making a final decision.

Iran vows revenge on Israel after Damascus embassy attack

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Iran vows revenge on Israel after Damascus embassy attack

Iran has vowed to retaliate against Israel for an airstrike that killed two of its generals and five other military advisers in Damascus, heightening tensions in the Middle East conflict. The attack on the Iranian embassy compound in Syria was one of the most significant strikes on Iranian interests in the country. Israel has not claimed responsibility for the attack, but a senior Israeli official stated that the individuals targeted had been planning attacks on Israeli and American assets. Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei promised revenge for the attack. The attack has drawn condemnation from Russia and raised concerns about escalating tensions in the region.

Israeli airstrike kills 7 air workers in Gaza, Netanyahu says it was ‘unintentional’

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Israeli airstrike kills 7 air workers in Gaza, Netanyahu says it was ‘unintentional’

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed his regret over an Israeli airstrike that unintentionally killed seven people working for Jose Andres’ World Central Kitchen charity in Gaza. The airstrike hit a WCK convoy, killing citizens of Australia, Britain, and Poland, as well as Palestinians and a dual citizen of the United States and Canada. The Israeli military pledged an independent inquiry into the incident, which drew widespread condemnation and increased pressure to address the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

Cyprus , ‘at its limit’ with migrant flows, discontent with Lebanon

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Cyprus , ‘at its limit’ with migrant flows, discontent with Lebanon

Cyprus is deeply concerned about the increasing arrival of Syrian migrants, with five boats carrying 400 individuals arriving in the last 24 hours. President Nikos Christodoulides expressed discontent with Lebanese authorities for exporting migrants to Cyprus. The EU is urged to support Cyprus in addressing the migration issue. The government is implementing measures to tackle the influx, but the strain on resources is unsustainable. The majority of migrants arriving are from Syria, with a record number of arrivals in the first three months of 2024.

Imamoglu, the Turkish mayor most likely to challenge Erdogan, ’s rule

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Imamoglu, the Turkish mayor most likely to challenge Erdogan, ’s rule

Fact: Newly re-elected Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu is seen as the main challenger to Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan’s reign.