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Trump says Iranians should rise up against government if ceasefire declared

US President Donald Trump on Monday told reporters that he thought the Iranian people should rise up against the government in the country if a ceasefire were declared, but understood that it was too dangerous for them to do so. “Well, they should do it but, again, the consequences are great,” Trump said during a […]

06.04.2026 22:03

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Cyprus to Apply Zero VAT on Meat and Fish From April to September

Cyprus will introduce a zero value‑added tax rate on fresh and frozen meat and fish from April 6 to September 30, 2026. The measure, approved by the Cabinet and published in the official gazette, applies to beef, pork, lamb, goat, poultry, rabbit and hare meat, as well as fresh, chilled or frozen fish, squid, octopus […]

06.04.2026 22:00

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Ekysy: Thousands of pensioners under poverty line excluded from Easter allowance

Pensioners’ union Ekysy said the government’s decision to pay a €250 Easter allowance to low-income pensioners was a “conscious exclusion” of ten times more elderly people than those set to receive it. Ekysy said that just 10,000 low-income pensioners were to benefit from the allowance, while over 100,000 low-income pensioners were in actual fact living […]

06.04.2026 21:59

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Psychologists dismiss proposal to join Gesy

The Cyprus Psychologists Association has rejected a health insurance organisation (HIO) proposal to include counselling in Gesy. In a press release on Monday, the association said 89 per cent of delegates had rejected the proposal at the general assembly and authorised the board to continue consultations for a mutually acceptable integration framework. As the reason […]

06.04.2026 21:44

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House passes criteria for teacher evaluations

Parliament on Monday passed amendments to the teacher evaluation regulations, to include assessment criteria, a move welcomed by Education Minister Athena Michaelides. The minister said in a post on X that Monday’s approval of the criteria was “another step forward in the implementation of the education system reforms”. During the plenum, 26 MPs voted in […]

06.04.2026 21:33

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Appeals court upholds neurosurgeon’s conviction for selling free consumables

Appeals filed by a neurosurgeon and his wife against their conviction for selling medical consumables to a patient that are provided free have been thrown out by the appeals court. The appeals court in its decision, taken on March 31 and made public on Monday, upheld their convictions, dismissing all allegations that their right to […]

06.04.2026 21:12

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Man remanded for Famagusta explosion

A 41-year-old man was remanded on Monday in connection with the attempted destruction of property with explosives in the Famagusta district on April 2. The man, who was arrested earlier in the day, was taken before the Famagusta district court and handed a four-day remand order. Police investigations are ongoing.

06.04.2026 20:49

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Multi-million contract for Nicosia old town

Nicosia municipality on Monday signed a multi-million contract for restoration works to be done within the old town. The contract – worth €3.44 million – was signed at the municipality headquarters. The project – assigned to AM Andronikou contractors – is expected to take 18 months to complete. According to the municipality, this concerns the first […]

06.04.2026 20:28

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Protest planned in Nicosia over Israel’s death penalty law

Activist group United for Palestine will hold a protest outside the Israeli embassy in Nicosia on Wednesday against recent legislation passed in Israel introducing the death penalty for Palestinians convicted of terrorism. In a statement on Monday, the group said the law, passed by the Israeli Knesset on March 30, establishes capital punishment as the default sentence […]

06.04.2026 20:25

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Police investigate indecent assault in Limassol

Police were on Monday investigating a reported indecent assault against a 42-year-old woman in Limassol. The incident occurred around 8am on a pedestrian street in the Amathus area, where the woman said she was attacked by an unknown man. The suspect is described as a dark-skinned man, aged 30 to 40, with a beard and […]

06.04.2026 20:22

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Supreme Court releases Iranian detained on national security grounds

The Supreme Court has ordered the release of an Iranian man detained for 23 months pending deportation on national security grounds, ruling that his continued detention was not justified. In a recent decision made known on Monday, the court issued a Habeas Corpus warrant for the Iranian who had entered Cyprus legally in 2002 and […]

06.04.2026 20:20

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Police warn of new scam impersonating force

A post falsely presented as an official announcement by the police is circulating on social media, including Instagram and Facebook, the police said on Monday. The post refers to the alleged dismantling of an investment fraud network and urges people to click on a link for further instructions. The police said the scam aimed at […]

06.04.2026 19:49

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Buffer Fringe Performing Arts Festival returns with Open Call for artists

Making its comeback this year is the long-standing Buffer Fringe Performing Arts Festival, which after ten consecutive editions, adopted a biennial format. This October 2-4, Nicosia will welcome back the event and an Open Call is now accepting proposals from artists. In 2023, the festival changed gears and announce it would take place every two […]

06.04.2026 19:48

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Cyprus to Launch Intensified Checks Ahead of Easter Bonfire Tradition

Authorities in Cyprus will begin intensified inspections to curb illegal activity linked to Easter bonfires, with arrests and possible penalties for parents of minors involved in offenses, the justice minister has said. Justice and Public Order Minister Costas Fytiris said after a meeting with local authorities, police and the fire service that the goal is […]

06.04.2026 19:45

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Greek shipping chief says 600 vessels trapped in Strait of Hormuz

President of the Propeller Club Port of Piraeus Costis Fragoulis has warned of growing concern within the global shipping community over a rapidly deteriorating geopolitical environment affecting maritime trade. The developments, reported by Greek business outlet Newmoney, highlighted mounting risks for international navigation and commerce. Fragoulis described a “new reality” of heightened risks driven by […]

06.04.2026 19:11

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Leaders have ‘fruitful discussion’, will meet again

President Nikos Christodoulides and Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman had what the UN described as a “fruitful discussion” on Monday, tasking their representatives to continue talks before they meet again at the end of April. In a statement issued after the meeting, Unficyp said the two leaders met “at the residence of the special representative […]

06.04.2026 18:55

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House regulates foreclosures in tense plenum

A broad package of legislature protecting borrowers and guarantors, and regulating foreclosures and dispute resolution, was passed on Monday by parliament in a tense plenum atmosphere. The plenum approved two government bills amending the law regulating the out-of-court resolution of financial disputes and the law on the transfer and mortgaging of property. The first bill […]

06.04.2026 18:52

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Youth Tech Fest Cyprus wins global award for second year running

Youth Tech Fest Cyprus powered by Freedom24 was named the Best Youth Tech and Innovation Festival worldwide for 2026 and secured a second consecutive international award, while continuing to expand its impact and partnerships. According to an official announcement from the organisers, the festival received the recognition at the Non-Profit Organisation Awards 2026, presented by […]

06.04.2026 18:46

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Demetra to review 2025 audited results during scheduled board meeting

Demetra Holdings Plc will convene a board of directors meeting on April 23, in order to examine its final audited consolidated financial results for the year ended December 31, 2025. The announcement was made in accordance with Cyprus Stock Exchange and Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission regulations, with the aim of ensuring full transparency for […]

06.04.2026 18:23

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Foot-and-Mouth Disease Detected in Two More Farms, Total Cases Rise to 54

Veterinary Services on Monday reported foot‑and‑mouth disease in two additional livestock units, bringing the total number of infected farms to 54 across the Larnaca and Nicosia districts. The new cases were found in two units in the Dromolaxia‑Meneou area, already within the designated infected zone. One unit recorded three to five goats and sheep with […]

06.04.2026 18:20

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UN Press statement

The Greek Cypriot and the Turkish Cypriot leaders met today at the Residence of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General in Cyprus, Khassim Diagne. The meeting took place in a positive atmosphere, and they had a fruitful discussion. They exchanged views on substance and on the way forward. They welcomed the UN Secretary-General’s sustained commitment […]

06.04.2026 18:17

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Limassol to host first Mediterranean leadership and coaching summit

The ICF Cyprus Chapter will host the first Mediterranean Leadership & Coaching Summit in Limassol on April 21, bringing together global experts, business leaders and coaching professionals to explore the future of leadership. The event will take place at the Amathus Beach Hotel in Limassol, marking what the organisers have described as “a pioneering regional […]

06.04.2026 18:12

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Minister questions GSI if electricity prices were to go up

The possibility that the Great Sea Interconnector project might not materialise if the cost is too high on Cypriot electricity consumers was left open on Monday by the energy minister. Speaking to the state broadcaster, Michael Damianos said the interconnector is “correct” as it would provide energy security to Cyprus. But, he said the government […]

06.04.2026 18:06

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2026’s best Crypto Quant trading bots: Top 6 platforms for smart investors

The world of cryptocurrency trading is rapidly evolving, and as the market becomes more competitive, investors are turning to more advanced tools to gain an edge. Crypto quant trading bots, which utilize quantitative analysis and algorithms to execute trades, have emerged as powerful tools for investors seeking to maximize profits while minimizing manual effort. In […]

06.04.2026 18:00

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