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Cyprus president urges stronger EU action against drug trafficking

President Nikos Christodoulides called for stronger collective action by the European Union to combat drug trafficking during a thematic discussion at the European Political Community summit in Yerevan. Christodoulides stressed the need to address drug smuggling, particularly through European ports, and highlighted the importance of coordination and closer cooperation among member states. He also referred […]

05.05.2026 15:30

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Over 1,000 ‘classified’ documents handed to defence in central prison case

Prosecutors involved in the missing files from the central prison case on Tuesday handed over 1,116 documents of the 2,900 total to the defence during proceedings at Nicosia criminal court. The documents had not been previously delivered as they were marked classified. The remaining documents will be reviewed through procedures set by the court. The […]

05.05.2026 15:30

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Cypriot filmmaker heads to Cannes with bold new short

There’s something quietly persistent about the way Alexandra Matheou makes films. She keeps returning to the private lives of women, not as isolated, intimate portraits, but as windows into the systems that shape them. It’s a perspective that has gradually set the Cypriot writer-director apart on the international short film circuit. Now, she’s taking that […]

05.05.2026 15:30

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Ten weather stations in Cyprus to promote sustainable agriculture

A network of ten meteorological stations to collect crucial data for the development of targeted services for the agricultural sector is being set up in Cyprus, part of a project to facilitate smart irrigation and resilient agriculture in Cyprus, Crete and the Aegean islands. Digital innovations for islands’ crop water efficiency and resilience, known as […]

05.05.2026 15:16

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Cyprus raises concerns over global economic outlook at Ecofin meeting

Finance Minister Makis Keravnos addressed the Ecofin council meeting in Brussels on Tuesday, highlighting the growing uncertainty facing the European and global economy. Keravnos, who chaired the session, said discussions would focus on the impact of geopolitical developments on the global economy, building on earlier exchanges at the Eurogroup. “Finance ministers are meeting in an […]

05.05.2026 15:13

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Cyprus stock exchange to delist Elbridge bonds due to early redemption

The Cyprus Stock Exchange (CSE) on Tuesday that it will delist 71,335 bonds issued by Elbridge Investments (Cyprus) Ltd following an early redemption of the securities. The exchange is exercising the power conferred upon it by Article 178(1) of the Securities and Cyprus Stock Exchange Law to remove the bonds from the Emerging Companies Market. […]

05.05.2026 15:07

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School bus services in north halted over ‘missed payments’

School bus services in the north will be halted from Wednesday, Turkish Cypriot bus operators’ association Kar-Is chairman Fuat Topaloglu announced on Tuesday, saying they have not been paid for four months. “We are suspending school bus services from tomorrow. The government is responsible for this,” he said, adding that the decision was made “out […]

05.05.2026 15:05

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Meeting highlights need for skilled workers in Cyprus

The Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Cyprus (Selk) held a meeting with labour minister Marinos Mousioutas this week, in order to discuss key issues affecting the accounting and financial sector. According to an official announcement, the meeting took place on Monday at the labour ministry, aiming to strengthen cooperation and exchange views on matters […]

05.05.2026 14:44

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Cyprus manufacturing turnover dips slightly despite wider industrial gains

Cyprus’ Industrial Turnover Index climbed to 130.7 units on February 28, 2026, representing a 0.4 per cent increase compared to the same month in the previous year, according to the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat). For the combined period of January and February 2026, the index recorded a cumulative increase of 1.6 per cent when measured […]

05.05.2026 14:34

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Farage’s Reform sets sights on Scotland and Wales in battle for Britain

James Buchan, a former fisherman in the Scottish port of Peterhead, has swallowed his hostility towards Nigel Farage. The 38-year-old’s longstanding distrust of the populist Reform UK leader and Brexit campaigner has been eclipsed by his fears for the local economy, which he said had been hollowed out by decades of ruinous British government policy. […]

05.05.2026 14:27

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Cyprus ready to join Nato ‘when conditions allow’

The EU can advance on defence and security without the United States, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Tuesday highlighting Europe’s relationship with Nato. A stronger and more strategically autonomous EU, he said, would be a more capable partner for Nato in addressing shared challenges. Cyprus, he added, is ready to become a member of Nato […]

05.05.2026 14:19

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UK sanctions people, entities for recruiting migrants to fight for Russia against Ukraine

Britain on Tuesday unveiled sanctions against 35 people and entities it said were involved in recruiting vulnerable migrants to fight for Russia against Ukraine and produce drones for use in the conflict. The Foreign Office announced 17 designations under its global irregular migration sanctions regime, relating to what it said were trafficking networks facilitating the […]

05.05.2026 14:15

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Cyprus announces €11 million in additional housing subsidies

The interior minister has announced about €11 million in additional subsidies for state housing programs. The funding is intended to cover another 277 young people and couples under 41 who applied to the Housing Scheme for financial assistance. The minister said the decision reflects strong demand from applicants and a higher-than-expected number of submissions. The […]

05.05.2026 14:00

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Farmers warned not culling infected livestock could risk halloumi exports

Farmers were on Tuesday warned that failing to implement the European Union’s regulations and thereby culling animals infected with foot and mouth disease could see Cyprus run the risk of being unable to export halloumi to the rest of the bloc. Veterinary association chairman Demetris Epaminondas was asked about the prospect on CyBC radio, and […]

05.05.2026 13:51

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Left lane of Nicosia-Larnaca highway closed due to fire

The left lane of the Nicosia-Larnaca highway near Lympia has been closed after a fire broke out in a moving vehicle on Tuesday midday. The police urged motorists to drive carefully and comply with the instructions of the police officers at the scene.

05.05.2026 13:03

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Civil defence to run May evacuation drills ahead of wildfire season

Civil defence will carry out evacuation exercises across all districts in May to boost preparedness ahead of the wildfire season, the interior ministry said on Tuesday. The exercises aim to improve coordination between relevant agencies and local authorities, while also familiarising residents with evacuation procedures as part of the government’s broader emergency prevention and response […]

05.05.2026 13:00

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Open call for Cypriot productions

This October, the latest version of Mitsikouri, the international performing arts festival for children and young people, takes place. Organisers, Cyprus Centre of Theatre for Children and Young People – ASSITEJ Cyprus, have already started working towards the programme and have launched an open call for the selection of a Cypriot production. The festival, now […]

05.05.2026 13:00

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Strong revenue growth in early 2026 masks looming crisis for Cyprus tourism

Cyprus’ tourism revenue reached €85.3 million in February 2026, marking a 7 per cent increase year-on-year, according to a report from the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat). The increase compares with €79.7 million recorded in February 2025, reflecting continued momentum at the start of the year. For the January to February 2026 period, total tourism revenue […]

05.05.2026 12:56

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Ousted judge appeals to ECtHR over dismissal linked to Nicolaou case

Ousted judge Doria Varoshiotou said on Tuesday that she filed an appeal on Monday with the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) over the termination of her services, which she claims was linked to her stance on the death of Thanasis Nicolaou. “I feel particular satisfaction that I refused to change my conclusion in the […]

05.05.2026 12:35

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National Bank of Greece moves to early repayment of bond issue

The National Bank of Greece (NBG) has announced it will proceed with the early repayment of a bond loan it had previously issued, exercising its call option ahead of maturity. The bank confirmed that the bonds, originally amounting to £200 million, were due to mature on June 2, 2027, but will now be repaid in […]

05.05.2026 12:20

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Church of Cyprus signs deal to donate 15 buses to National Guard

The Church of Cyprus has signed a contract to purchase 15 buses that will be donated to the National Guard. The vehicles will be used to transport contract soldiers and conscripts safely to and from their units. The agreement was signed by Archbishop Georgios of Cyprus, Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas and a representative of the […]

05.05.2026 12:15

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Concerns grow over possible Ryanair exit from major Greek city

tourism and business stakeholders in Thessaloniki raised alarm over the possible closure of Ryanair’s base at Macedonia Airport, warning of significant consequences for the city’s economy and connectivity. A report by Greek outlet Newmoney said the uncertainty has triggered intense mobilisation among local authorities and industry bodies in recent days. The Irish low cost carrier […]

05.05.2026 12:06

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Cyprus surges ahead as the biggest winner in latest cricket rankings shake-up

Cyprus has delivered a stunning rise in the latest ICC Men’s World T20I rankings, rocketing from 82nd in the world at this point last year to an incredible 53rd – a jaw-dropping leap of 29 places. The surge has been powered by a string of dominant performances. Cyprus swept Croatia 4–0 on the road, then […]

05.05.2026 12:02

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Book review: A contactless and sterile world

By Philippa Tracy Reading this book took me back to the start of the Covid pandemic and the time just before lockdowns when the world became, as the writer says, “contactless and sterile.” There is a lot in here about Covid and how it impacted everything we did for a long time. But this book […]

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