German Rocket Crash Marks Setback in Europe’s First Commercial Orbital Launch
FAMAGUSTA GAZETTE – A German-built rocket launched from Norway’s Andoya Spaceport on Sunday crashed and exploded shortly after liftoff, marking the first commercial orbital launch attempt from mainland Europe. The…
Cyprus: Five Pafiakos Volleyball Players Injured in Nightclub Attack
FAMAGUSTA GAZETTE – Five members of the Pafiakos volleyball team were injured after being attacked by nightclub patrons while celebrating their recent cup victory. The players were taken to Paphos…
Diplomatic Tensions Escalate Between Turkey and Israel Following Erdogan’s Remarks
FAMAGUSTA GAZETTE – Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan sparked a diplomatic clash with Israel after expressing a wish during a Ramadan celebration for “Allah to destroy Zionist Israel.” Israeli Foreign…
Macron Urges Netanyahu to Halt Gaza Strikes, Calls for Ceasefire Adherence
FAMAGUSTA GAZETTE – French President Emmanuel Macron spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday, urging an end to Israel’s strikes on Gaza to restore the ceasefire and facilitate…
Starmer, Trump Discuss Economic Deal Amid Rising Tariff Concerns
FAMAGUSTA GAZETTE – British Prime Minister Keir Starmer spoke with U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday evening to advance what Downing Street described as “productive negotiations” toward an “economic prosperity…
Turkish Singer Volkan Konak Dies After Collapsing on Stage in Cyprus
FAMAGUSTA GAZETTE – Famous Turkish singer Volkan Konak has died after collapsing during a concert in Cyprus. The Mayor of Ankara, Mansur Yavas, paid tribute to Konak on social media,…
Cyprus weather for Monday: Light rain expected
Today, March 31, 2025: Morning: Expect light rain showers with temperatures around 11°C. Winds will be gentle at 6 km/h from the south. Afternoon: The rain continues, with highs reaching…
“U.S. Airstrike in Somalia Targets ISIS Fighters, Killing Several Operatives
FAMAGUSTA GAZETTE – The United States conducted an airstrike targeting ISIS operatives in northeastern Somalia’s Puntland region, killing several fighters, according to a statement from the U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM).…
Japan, China, and South Korea Commit to Strengthening Free Trade and Regional Cooperation
FAMAGUSTA GAZETTE – Japan, China, and South Korea have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening free trade during a trilateral meeting in Seoul. The industry ministers from the three nations issued…