Sense of security a non-negotiable goal, says Justice Minister
Fact: Cyprus is among the EU countries with the lowest performance in the time required to resolve civil cases.
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UN Agency for Palestinian refugees suspends operation in Rafah
The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestinian Refugees has suspended its operations in Rafah due to ongoing Israeli armed forces ground operations in the city. All agency staff has relocated to Khan Yunis, where they have resumed operations despite damage to their facilities. The Israeli army sees Rafah as a stronghold for Hamas, prompting the agency to evacuate all shelters in the city. Thousands of displaced people are now seeking refuge in Khan Yunis and other areas affected by the conflict.
On This Day: Thirty-nine fans crushed to death in Heysel disaster, in 1939
On May 29, 1953, New Zealander Edmund Hillary and Sherpa Tensing Norgay became the first men to reach the summit of Mount Everest.
More than ten organised crime groups operating in Cyprus, Interpol says, pointing to rising period of criminality
A global investigation over the past four years points to Cyprus as a hub for criminal organizations involved in drug trafficking, smuggling tobacco products, extortion, illegal betting, and fixing football matches. The report, based on Interpol data, highlights a rise in extreme criminality in Cyprus, with recent assassinations, arson attacks, bombings, and underworld killings. Criminal organizations in Cyprus are mostly foreign and involved in crimes against property, money laundering, drug trafficking, and bribing public officials. In 2024, there were 55 arsons and bomb attacks reported in 101 days.
AG: Police must do more to protect public prosecutors
Fact: Attorney-general George Savvides called for further action by the police to protect public prosecutors following bombings of prosecutors’ cars.
Iran says senior ISIS member and others arrested
Iranian police have arrested a senior operative of Islamic State, along with two other members, for planning a suicide attack during Ramadan celebrations. The arrests were made in Karaj, west of Tehran, following clashes.
Iran says senior ISIS member and others arrested
Fact: Iranian police arrested a senior operative of Islamic State and two other members accused of planning a suicide attack during celebrations marking the end of Ramadan.
Moscow requests info from Cyprus over , ‘potential role’ in terror attacks
The Russian Prosecutor General’s Office has requested information from the US, Germany, France, and Cyprus regarding their potential involvement in organizing and financing terrorist attacks on Russia.
Israeli strikes on Rafah raise fear assault could begin
Israel bombed at least three homes in Rafah overnight, killing 11 people from a family. Residents fear a ground assault could be coming despite a U.N. Security Council resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire. In the West Bank, three Palestinians were killed and four wounded by Israeli fire during a raid in Jenin. Israeli forces have imposed a blockade on hospitals in Gaza, claiming they have been used by Hamas fighters. Residents report hearing explosions and seeing smoke coming from buildings inside the medical facility.