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It will need courage and willingness of all parties to restart the talks, says German Ambassador

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It will need courage and willingness of all parties to restart the talks, says German Ambassador

Germany and Europe are preparing for two significant events: the European Parliament elections and the UEFA EURO 2024 football tournament in Germany. The German Ambassador to Cyprus expressed concern about the rise of right-wing parties in the elections and emphasized Germany’s support for a solution to the Cyprus issue based on UN resolutions. Germany aims to host EURO 2024 as a symbol of cohesion in Europe, promoting sustainability, diversity, and inclusion. Germany also advocates for a strong and united EU, despite facing challenges like Putin’s war in Ukraine. The 2004 enlargement of the EU serves as a lesson on the importance of unity and speaking with one voice in foreign policy. Germany’s proposals for EU decision-making reform aim to ensure the Union remains capable of action. Germany is committed to supporting Cyprus in finding a comprehensive solution to the Cyprus issue, emphasizing the importance of confidence-building between Greek-Cypriot and Turkish-Cypriot communities.

Sunny Saturday

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Sunny Saturday

The weather today will be mainly clear with light dust in the atmosphere. Winds will be variable and light, becoming south-westerly to north-westerly later, at 3 to 4 Beaufort. The sea will be smooth to slight. Temperatures will range from 27 to 34 degrees. Tonight, the weather will remain clear with north-westerly to north-easterly winds at 3 Beaufort. Temperatures will drop to 16 to 20 degrees.

US-British strikes leave 16 dead in Yemen, Houthis say

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US-British strikes leave 16 dead in Yemen, Houthis say

16 people were killed and 35 wounded in U.S. and British strikes on Yemen’s Hodeidah province. The strikes targeted a radio building in Al-Hawk district and port of Salif. The U.S. and British militaries launched strikes against Houthi targets in Yemen to deter the militant group from disrupting shipping in the Red Sea.

Daleela embarks on first voyage for 2024

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Daleela embarks on first voyage for 2024

The Daleela passenger and car ferry has resumed its sailings from Limassol to Piraeus for the third season, with increased ticket sales compared to last year. The ferry will operate exclusively from Limassol, with departures on Wednesdays and Sundays from Limassol and Tuesdays and Fridays from Piraeus. Ticket prices have slightly increased from last year, with the ferry receiving a €5.5 million annual subsidy. The ferry link between Cyprus and Greece was reinstated in 2022 after 20 years, supported by a state subsidy approved by the European Commission.

Israel aims to boost Red Sea oil deliveries despite environmental risks

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Israel aims to boost Red Sea oil deliveries despite environmental risks

Israel plans to allow more oil tankers to dock at a Red Sea port in Eilat despite environmental risks. The government wants to revoke restrictions on the amount of oil that can be unloaded at a jetty in the city, which sits near a coral reef. The curbs imposed in 2021 were eased temporarily during the Gaza war. EAPC, the state-owned company operating the pipeline, wants to receive more oil, but environmental regulators and Eilat’s mayor oppose the plan. Israel is pushing to ensure energy security amid conflicts with various groups. Netanyahu’s office recommended easing restrictions to include fuel for trade and domestic use. The environment ministry expressed concerns about the risks of more oil deliveries and cited past mishaps. EAPC welcomed the government’s U-turn, emphasizing the strategic importance of the Eilat facility for energy delivery. Israel imports most of its oil through seaborne trade, and the Emirati oil deal could be worth about million a year for EAPC. The Energy Ministry emphasized the need to handle oil deliveries properly to sustain the terminal economically.

Variable weather on Thursday, with possible showers

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Variable weather on Thursday, with possible showers

The weather on Thursday will start clear but clouds will develop in the afternoon, potentially bringing isolated showers in the mountains and inland. Winds will be light initially, increasing to moderate to strong later in the day. Temperatures will reach around 31 degrees Celsius inland, 28 degrees on the coasts, and about 21 degrees in the higher mountains.

Tototheo Global debut targets expansion beyond maritime horizons

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Tototheo Global debut targets expansion beyond maritime horizons

Tototheo Maritime has rebranded to Tototheo Global, showcasing their evolution into a global leader in technology solutions. They will deliver services across multiple sectors with a focus on connectivity, IoT, AI-driven analytics, and custom software development. The company aims to enhance global connectivity and drive innovation across various industries.

Oil prices gain on expectations of OPEC+ extension to output cuts

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Oil prices gain on expectations of OPEC+ extension to output cuts

Oil prices rose on Wednesday as major producers are expected to extend output cuts at a meeting on Sunday. Traders and analysts anticipate the OPEC+ group to keep voluntary production cuts of about 2.2 million barrels per day in place. The onset of the northern hemisphere summer season, when demand for road and aviation fuels peaks, is also supporting prices.

Eurobank beach, seabed clean-up clears 822 kg of waste

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Eurobank beach, seabed clean-up clears 822 kg of waste

– Over 70 Eurobank Cyprus TeamUp volunteers, along with their family members, NGO “AKTI,” and Blue Thunder Diving, cleared 822 kg of waste from the beach and seabed at Karnagio, Limassol.
– 588 kg of the waste was mixed, 190 kg was recyclable PMD, and 44 kg was retrieved from the seabed by divers.
– Karnagio is one of the most environmentally-polluted beaches in Cyprus, chosen for the clean-up initiative by Eurobank Cyprus.
– The President of the Board of Directors of AKTI highlighted the importance of initiatives like this in combating plastic pollution in the Mediterranean.
– The Director of Blue Thunder Diving praised the efforts of Eurobank Cyprus and emphasized the importance of keeping the seabed clean for divers.
– Eurobank Cyprus has a Corporate Social Responsibility program that includes the TeamUp group for volunteering in events of social benefit.

On This Day: Russia’s worst recorded earthquake killed 1,989 people in 1995

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On This Day: Russia’s worst recorded earthquake killed 1,989 people in 1995

– In 1940, Belgium’s King Leopold surrendered to the invading Germans in World War Two, and the evacuation of defeated Allied armies from Dunkirk began, saving a total of 224,585 British and 112,546 French and Belgian troops.