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Numbers and Underlines…*

Published March 28, 2026, 07:14
Numbers and Underlines…*

The Cyprus Police seized 300 kilograms of drugs in the first quarter of 2026, with an estimate of another 900 kilograms by the end of the year. Simultaneously, Cyprus ranks first in childhood obesity according to a World Health Organization study, with 30% of the population suffering from obesity. In contrast, Greece has achieved success in tackling obesity through EU funds and an extensive network of actions. The author mentions reading the book “LEBANON: A Unique Country” by Dimitris Kourkoulas, a former Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and EU Ambassador to various countries. The discussion focused on the war between the United States, Israel, and Iran, which Kourkoulas described as criminal from the side of Donald Trump. Lebanon is described as a country that became a refuge for Muslim forces aiming to confront Israel. Reference is made to the start of the Lebanese Civil War in 1975, with the ensuing massacres and purges, as well as the division of Beirut with the “Green Line.” The author also mentions the business relationship between his wife’s family and a family from Lebanon during the civil war. Cyprus played a significant role as a refuge for Lebanese refugees, as well as for other people facing problems. The author emphasizes the dignity and education of the Lebanese refugees, in contrast to other groups who sought Cypriot passports for money laundering purposes. Finally, a sum of $6 million that Meta and Google must pay to a woman who accuses their platforms of addiction and mental distress is mentioned.