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1. Stability amid insecurity

   The war in the Middle East is not far away. Thirteen countries have already been affected, including Cyprus.

2. Cartoon (03/03/2026)

3. ATHEX: Year’s gains go up in gunsmoke

   Developments in the Middle East have meant that all of the Greek bourse gains in the year’s first couple of months have vanished.

4. About 110 Greeks to be flown back from Oman

   About 110 Greek nationals in the Persian Gulf region are expected to return to Greece from Oman by Wednesday on a special flight organized by Greek authorities, officials said.

5. When will the war in Iran end?

   The world is watching the development of military operations in the Middle East with bated breath. The almighty United States is acting without being subject to the – albeit limited and sometimes ostensible – hesitations of the past.

6. 385 new companies set up per day in 2025

   Last year closed with a record in the establishment of new companies at 140,229, the highest number in the last five years.

7. Ancient Cassope reborn for all

   The Culture Ministry is upgrading the archaeological site of Cassope in Preveza, improving accessibility and infrastructure as part of its strategy of “equal accessibility for all to our cultural heritage.”

8. Cyprus embroiled in another Middle Eastern maelstrom with UK military bases on its soil

   If the adage “geography is destiny” holds true, then Cyprus should be a prime candidate as its poster child.

9. Politicians leaning on AI to boost image

   The allure of using artificial intelligence tools to enhance one’s presence has, inevitably, attracted politicians.

10. Many unknowns in today’s war

    The war that broke out on Saturday will have a great and unpredictable effect on our region and the world.