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EU sets out opposition to Russian troops in Georgia, Moldova

The European Union’s foreign affairs chief Kaja Kallas on Thursday set out her and the bloc’s opposition to the presence of Russian troops in both Georgia and Moldova, at the end of the day’s informal summit of the foreign ministers of the 27 EU member states in Limassol.  “There are broader security concerns when we […]

28.05.2026 17:26

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Ailing Sinner falls to Cerundolo in French Open second-round shock

Jannik Sinner’s bid for a maiden French Open title and career Grand Slam went up in smoke as he experienced physical issues in his second-round match against Juan Manuel Cerundolo and fell to a 3-6 2-6 7-5 6-1 6-1 defeat on a scorching Thursday. Sinner arrived in Paris as the favourite for the title having […]

28.05.2026 17:05

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

President rejects claims of poor coordination on foot-and-mouth issue

President Nikos Christodoulides says he will take the initiative to speak both publicly and directly with those affected by the foot‑and‑mouth outbreak, while rejecting claims of poor coordination between Veterinary Services and the Agriculture Ministry. He again urged cooperation, warning that “otherwise we will all lose.” The president said the virus had previously been contained […]

28.05.2026 17:00

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Court finds psychologist guilty of sexually abusing patient

A psychologist was found guilty by the Limassol criminal court on Thursday of sexually abusing a patient under his care. According to Phileleftheros, the court, which heard the case in a closed session, convicted the defendant on four charges relating to sexual abuse. In its ruling, it found that the offences were committed against a […]

28.05.2026 16:51

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How people are spending their free time in the digital era

Technology has quietly rewritten the rules of leisure time. Not all at once — but steadily, screen by screen. The way we rest, play, and connect looks almost nothing like it did twenty years ago. The big shift in leisure time Free time used to mean something physical. A walk. A board game. A book […]

28.05.2026 16:42

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Turkey accused of excluding Cyprus from COP31 preparations

Turkey is facing criticism over its handling of preparations for this year’s United Nations climate summit after reports emerged on Thursday that the republic had been excluded from a series of informal contacts and briefings linked to COP31, which will be hosted in Antalya in November. According to a report by Politico, Ankara has allegedly […]

28.05.2026 16:41

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Man arrested over drug case in Nicosia

Police arrested a 33-year-old man in connection with an ongoing drug investigation in Nicosia on Thursday. The suspect was detained under a court warrant and is expected to appear before the Nicosia district court on Friday morning for a remand hearing. The case involves the discovery of about 135 grams of cannabis, six ecstasy pills, […]

28.05.2026 16:32

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British couple named Ayia Napa tourism ambassadors after 35 visits

A couple from Northern Ireland have been awarded Ayia Napa’s highest tourism distinction after making 35 visits to the resort town over the years, municipal authorities announced on Thursday. Ronald Parys and Irene Hughes were officially proclaimed “tourism ambassadors” of Ayia Napa in recognition of their connection with the municipality and their repeated holiday visits. […]

28.05.2026 16:28

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Three new FMD cases identified in Nicosia ahead of farmer’s protest

Three new cases of foot-and-mouth disease have been identified at farms in the Nicosia district, authorities confirmed on Thursday, with the total number of infected units across Cyprus rises to around 120. The latest infections were detected in Mammari, Paliometocho and Kokkinotrimithia, all within the existing restricted zone of western Nicosia. Officials said the units […]

28.05.2026 16:17

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Israel carries out strike on Beirut suburbs, first near capital in weeks

An Israeli strike hit a building in the southern suburbs of the Lebanese capital on Thursday, the first strike to hit near Beirut in weeks amid a ceasefire that has failed to halt fighting between Israeli troops and Hezbollah in south Lebanon. The Israeli military said it had conducted a precise strike in Beirut but […]

28.05.2026 16:09

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EU fines Temu €200 million over unsafe products

Chinese online retailer Temu has been fined €200 million by the European Commission for failing to properly assess the risk of illegal and dangerous products being sold to EU consumers through its platform. The fine, imposed under the Digital Services Act (DSA), follows a Commission investigation into whether Temu had adequate systems in place to […]

28.05.2026 15:54

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Lidl Cyprus and AKTI: 5 years of joint action against plastic pollution through “Project Zero”

Remaining true to its commitment to protecting  the environment and reducing plastic pollution, Lidl Cyprus announces the continuation of its strategic collaboration with the AKTI Project and Research Centre for the 5th consecutive year, under the umbrella of the comprehensive programme “Project Zero”. The collaboration, which began in 2021, is a central pillar of Lidl […]

28.05.2026 15:51

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Ukraine to buy 20 new Gripen jets, Sweden to donate older jets sooner

Ukraine will buy 20 new Gripen fighter jets and Sweden will donate 16 of an older model next year, Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and Sweden’s Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson said at a joint press conference on Thursday. The two leaders had signed a letter of intent last year paving the way for Sweden to sell […]

28.05.2026 15:44

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President sees ‘window of opportunity’ for Cyprus problem negotiations

President Nikos Christodoulides expressed optimism on Thursday that there is a “window of opportunity” for the resumption of Cyprus problem talks before the end of the year. Speaking after a meeting at the presidential palace with Indian Foreign Minister Dr Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, Christodoulides said efforts to restart negotiations are ongoing through a series of consultations […]

28.05.2026 15:34

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Cabinet approves bill for efficiency of medical boards

The Cabinet has approved a bill aimed at modernizing and improving the efficiency of medical boards in Cyprus, with the goal of providing faster and better service to citizens. Health Minister Neofytos Charalambides said the new legal framework ends the fragmentation of current procedures and establishes unified, transparent and more effective referral and evaluation processes. […]

28.05.2026 15:30

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Church forced to send eviction notice to Tychikos on Viber

The deposed bishop of Paphos Tychikos has been formally instructed to vacate his residence in Paphos, with attempts to deliver the eviction notice reportedly extended to a social media app after initial contact was unsuccessful, according to information reported on Thursday. The instruction was implemented ahead of his successor’s, the newly appointed bishop Gregorios, enthronement, […]

28.05.2026 15:20

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A minute with: Anthi Giokka, author & strategic coach

Where do you live?I live in Cyprus, surrounded by the sea, silence, books and the small moments that keep the soul alive. What did you have for breakfast?Coffee, eggs and a few quiet thoughts before the world became loud. Describe your perfect dayA peaceful morning, writing words that truly mean something, deep conversations, nature, music […]

28.05.2026 15:15

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Iran and US trade air strikes after Trump dismisses report of Hormuz deal

Iran targeted a US air base in Kuwait on Thursday after the United States struck what Washington described as an Iranian drone operation near the Strait of Hormuz and President Donald Trump rejected a reported compromise deal with Tehran. The attacks, while limited, highlighted the fragility of negotiations to turn the tenuous ceasefire that took […]

28.05.2026 15:08

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Gerapetritis calls for EU to unite against ‘revisionism’ with Turkish sea law looming

Greek Foreign Minister Giorgos Gerapetritis on Thursday called for the European Union’s 27 member states to “articulate a single, strong voice against revisionism” as he arrived at the day’s informal summit of EU foreign ministers in Limassol, with the comment appearing to be directed at neighbouring Turkey. “Revisionism in an extremely fragile geopolitical environment is […]

28.05.2026 15:01

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Italy busts money-laundering ring tied to mafia boss Messina Denaro

Italy’s finance police on Thursday said they had seized assets and companies worth more than €200 million ($232 million) in an investigation into the laundering of drug trafficking proceeds linked to late mafia boss Matteo Messina Denaro. Messina Denaro was arrested in 2023 after spending 30 years on the run for his role in the […]

28.05.2026 14:31

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Cyprus industrial output rebounds as electricity supply jumps

Cyprus’ industrial production index recorded an annual increase of 4.7 per cent in March, according to a report from the state statistical service (Cystat). The service reported that the index reached 116.7 units for the month, using 2021 as the base year set at 100 units, marking a clear improvement compared to March 2025. The […]

28.05.2026 14:30

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Govt insists all schools to be fitted with air conditioning ‘within months’

The government aims for all public schools to be equipped with air conditioning within a few months, Education Minister Athena Michaelidou insisted on Thursday. Speaking after visiting the 19th Primary School of Limassol, Michaelidou thanked the private enterprise, XM for donating new units. She added that the ministry welcomes such initiatives, stating that public and […]

28.05.2026 14:28

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Ukraine ratifies €90 billion EU loan to boost spending on defence

Ukraine’s parliament ratified a loan agreement with the European Union on Thursday, paving the way for €90 billion in financing and allowing the government to channel record funds to defence and the war with Russia now in its fifth year. Immediately after the vote, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy thanked the lawmakers and European partners, saying the […]

28.05.2026 14:27

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Russia signs $16.5 billion deal to build first nuclear power plant in Kazakhstan

Russia signed an agreement on Thursday with Kazakhstan to build the first nuclear power plant in Central Asia’s largest country at a cost of about $16.5 billion, partially covered by a major export loan from Moscow. Kazakhstan, the world’s biggest producer of uranium and a country which suffered from the fallout from Soviet nuclear testing, […]

28.05.2026 14:21

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