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US-Iran war doubles Russia’s main oil revenue to $9 bln

Russia will see revenue from its biggest single oil tax double to $9 billion in April due to the oil and gas crisis triggered by the U.S. and Israeli attack on Iran, Reuters calculations showed on Thursday. The Reuters calculation is some of the first concrete evidence of a windfall for Russia, the world’s second-largest […]

09.04.2026 13:00

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Kombos confirms imminent arrival of Easter’s holy light

Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos on Thursday confirmed that the holy light, which is also known as the holy fire, will arrive in Cyprus in advance of Easter, thanking his Greek counterpart Giorgos Gerapetritis for helping to facilitate its arrival. “On behalf of the Republic of Cyprus, I would like to express our warmest thanks to […]

09.04.2026 12:56

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Varied forecast for Easter weekend

Isolated rain and storms are expected on Thursday afternoon, mainly in mountainous areas, in the south, the east and possibly inland. Temperatures are expected to reach around 21 degrees inland.   Mild winds will blow south- to northwest at up to 4 Beaufort and temporarily moderate to strong along the coast, 4 to 5 Beaufort. The sea will generally be a little rough and temporarily upwind to rough.  Overnight, the […]

09.04.2026 12:41

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‘Small Creations, Great Contribution’: BoC event raises over €10K for Anti-Cancer Society

The Bank of Cyprus’ (BoC’s) two-day event, “Small Creations, Great Contribution”, held at Nicosia Mall over the weekend of April 4-5 2026, exceeded organisers’ expectations, with all proceeds donated to the Cyprus Anti-Cancer Society. The event formed part of the Bank’s initiatives supporting the Christodoula March and was implemented with the participation of dozens of […]

09.04.2026 12:33

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President returns solar surplus compensation law back to parliament

A law requiring compensation for surplus electricity generated by photovoltaic systems has been referred back to parliament on Thursday by President Nikos Christodoulides. The decision was taken following the law’s passage in March and centres on provisions that would have obligated the state to cover the cost of compensating households and small businesses for excess […]

09.04.2026 12:12

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Israel launches fresh strikes on Lebanon after huge attacks jeopardise truce

Israel bombed more targets in Lebanon on Thursday, putting the Middle East ceasefire in further jeopardy after its biggest attacks of the war on its neighbour killed more than 250 people and threatened to torpedo Donald Trump’s truce from the outset. Iranian negotiators were expected to set off later on Thursday for Pakistan for the […]

09.04.2026 12:08

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19-year-old undertakes 100km solo run to raise mental health awareness

A 19-year-old Cypriot man will run 100 kilometres solo from Kourion, Limassol, to Paphos harbour and back on Sunday, April 26, to raise awareness for mental health and support the Cyprus Samaritans. This ultra-endurance challenge seeks to highlight the need for mental resilience and encourage seeking help. The Cyprus Samaritans will monitor the progress of […]

09.04.2026 11:49

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Iran: Kombos stresses the need to secure a path toward meaningful dialogue

Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos stressed the need to secure a path toward meaningful dialogue aimed at achieving comprehensive peace in the Middle East. Kombos spoke by phone with his Iranian counterpart, Abbas Araghchi, to discuss developments surrounding the cease-fire between Washington and Tehran. In a post on X, Kombos said sustained de‑escalation across the region […]

09.04.2026 11:45

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

East Med can lead in regional climate action, energy minister says

Energy Minister Michael Damianos on Thursday said the Eastern Mediterranean can play “a leading role in addressing the climate crisis and shaping the new energy landscape in the region”. The minister used his address at the international climate conference in Nicosia to present Cyprus’ energy strategy and argue that the country’s vulnerabilities can be turned […]

09.04.2026 11:19

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Key witness’ phone and evidence sent to Europol in Drousiotis case

Evidence linked to Makarios Drousiotis’ deposition, including a mobile phone belonging to lawyer Nikos Clerides’ former client, ‘Sandy’, as well as more than 130 disputed digital files, has been sent to Europol’s cybercrime laboratories for forensic examination, as authorities seek to establish whether allegations involving senior figures are supported by authentic material. The decision was […]

09.04.2026 11:18

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UK, Spain urge Lebanon inclusion in ceasefire after Israeli deadly strikes

British Foreign Secretary, Yvette Cooper and José Manuel Albares, Spain’s foreign minister, on Thursday sharply criticised Israel’s latest strikes on Lebanon, warning they risk undermining a fragile ceasefire and destabilising the wider Middle East. Cooper said Israel’s bombardment of Lebanon was “deeply damaging” and could jeopardise the recently announced truce between the United States and […]

09.04.2026 11:08

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Epic Easter offer delivers €200 discount on smartphones

Every Easter, some things are certain, like the family’s go-to griller who always knows when the lamb is just right. This year, one more thing is certain: you’ll get the smartphone you’ve been dreaming of. That’s because Epic is giving you the chance to get a new smartphone from €0 upfront and a €200 discount, with a […]

09.04.2026 11:07

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Tempers flare at Turkish Cypriot legislature as welfare dispute remains unsolved

Debate over the north’s ruling coalition’s planned alterations to the payment of the cost-of-living allowance for public sector workers continued into the early hours of Thursday morning at the Turkish Cypriot legislature, with an oftentimes bad-tempered session eventually being called to a halt shortly after 4am. The legislature opened on Wednesday evening, with the coalition […]

09.04.2026 11:04

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Four dead as migrant dinghy sinks off French coast, say local authorities

Four people died after a small boat carrying migrants seeking to reach Britain sank in the Channel and a search and rescue operation was underway, French local authorities said on Thursday. “A taxi-boat sinking occurred today. The situation is still being assessed and remains subject to change,” local French authorities in Calais said in a […]

09.04.2026 10:54

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Seven arrested, 227 fines in nationwide police operations

Seven people were arrested during coordinated police operations carried out across Cyprus on Wednesday night, authorities said on Thursday. The arrests relate to a range of offences, including assault, indecent assault, rioting, illegal possession of explosives, stabbing, theft, intoxication and assault on a police officer. Police said 852 drivers and passengers were stopped and checked, […]

09.04.2026 10:46

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Man arrested over alleged sexual harassment in Limassol

A 37-year-old was arrested on Wednesday as part of investigations into a case of alleged sexual harrassment, indecent assault and assault causing actual bodily harm. According to the police, the incidents took place on March 27 and April 4 in Limassol. The man was arrested pursuant to a court warrant and taken into custody for […]

09.04.2026 10:42

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Suspected racist attack in bases area leaves three injured

Three people were injured in a clash between teenagers and foreigners in the Trachoni area of the British bases on Thursday morning. According to the bases police, two people were arrested in the context of investigations into the case, with the motive believed to be racism. Investigations into the case are ongoing.

09.04.2026 10:37

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McIlroy unburdened at Augusta as Scheffler leads Masters odds

Rory McIlroy arrives at Augusta National Golf Club this week as the defending Masters champion and, for the first time in over a decade, free from relentless questions about when he will complete the career Grand Slam. Talk of McIlroy winning the Masters had become an April tradition in the golf world, but now the […]

09.04.2026 10:25

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Medvedev smashes racket during first 6-0 6-0 loss of career

Daniil Medvedev smashed his racket several times during a humbling 6-0 6-0 loss to Italian wildcard Matteo Berrettini at the Monte Carlo Masters on Wednesday, as the world number 10 suffered his first tour‑level defeat without winning a game. Medvedev capitulated in 49 minutes, failing to earn a game point on his own serve, and […]

09.04.2026 10:19

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Cyprus economy resilient despite Middle East tensions, says analyst

The Cyprus economy continued to demonstrate resilience in March despite a more challenging external environment shaped by regional instability, according to Kostantino Vrachimis, manager of economic research at Eurobank. In a piece of analysis released this week, Vrachimis explained that although the economy entered the year on a strong footing, conditions have become increasingly demanding […]

09.04.2026 10:15

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Holy Thursday in Cyprus

In the morning, churches commemorate the Washing of the Feet, the Last Supper, Christ’s prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane and His betrayal by Judas Iscariot. This evening, the Service of the Passion will be chanted. Through hymns and the reading of the Twelve Gospels, the events of the Divine Passion unfold. Christ is crucified […]

09.04.2026 10:15

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Alma candidate withdraws, says Papadakis’ removal ‘hasty, unfair’

Nikos Stylianides has withdrawn his Alma candidacy for the May 24 parliamentary elections, as a “matter of principle” following the removal of Demetris Papadakis from the Alma ballot. Stylianides, who was running for Alma in Limassol, said the decision to remove former MEP Papadakis was “hasty and unfair”. He explained that the decision was hasty […]

09.04.2026 10:12

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Three teens arrested over illegal fireworks in Larnaca and Limassol

Two 19-year-olds and a 16-year-old were arrested in Larnaca and Limassol as part of intensified police patrols ahead of the Easter holidays on Wednesday night. According to the police, the two teenagers were part of a group that had lit a fire and were throwing firecrackers. The group fled when the officers arrived but two […]

09.04.2026 10:10

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Jumbo Cyprus sales rise 4 per cent in first quarter

Greek retail chain Jumbo’s sales at its Cyprus stores rose by 4 per cent in both March and the first quarter of 2026, even as the group warned that prolonged instability in the Middle East and higher oil prices were beginning to weigh on consumer behaviour and market sentiment, with effects already visible on the […]

09.04.2026 09:58

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