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Greek tanker rush lifts newbuilding market; Cyprus-linked firms stay active

Greek shipowners staged a strong return to the newbuilding market in the first quarter of 2026, with orders rising sharply and tankers accounting for the bulk of the activity, according to data cited by Xclusiv Shipbrokers.   Greek interests ordered 102 vessels in the January-March period, up from 33 a year earlier, as total global contracting climbed to […]

22.04.2026 06:00

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Our View: FBI request looks more like publicity than necessity

President Nikos Chritodoulides announced before Tuesday’s council of ministers meeting that he had asked the US government for the assistance of the FBI in the investigation into the ‘Sandy’ case, particularly in analysing the statements and witness testimonies. “The experience will help the speedy investigation of the case to go ahead,” he said. Requesting the […]

22.04.2026 04:25

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Water scarcity in Cyprus: how can we effectively manage the crisis?

By Maria Constantinou Water scarcity is one of the most critical issues facing Cyprus, drawing attention from the state, the scientific community, and civil society. According to Eurostat data, Cyprus was the only country in the European Union experiencing severe water scarcity in 2022, with a Water Exploitation Index of 71 per cent, far exceeding […]

22.04.2026 04:24

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Bot attacks on Cyprus journalists ‘have famous perpetrator’

The recent slow of bot attacks on social media accounts belonging to journalists and news outlets in Cyprus has “a famous perpetrator”, Turkish Cypriot opposition political party CTP representative Sami Ozuslu said on Tuesday. He spoke about the bot attacks during an address to the Turkish Cypriot legislature, and in doing so made reference to […]

21.04.2026 23:08

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Druzhba pipeline can be back on, Zelenskiy says after months of tension

The Druzhba pipeline carrying Russian oil to Hungary and Slovakia is ready to resume operations, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Tuesday, which Kyiv now expects to unlock a €90 billion EU loan after months of tensions. The suspension of flows after a Russian attack on the pipeline infrastructure in January sparked outrage in European […]

21.04.2026 22:55

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US warns it will run out of money to pay airport security workers in coming weeks

US airports could face a new wave of long security lines as early as May after the nation’s homeland security chief said on Tuesday that he will run out of money to pay for 50,000 workers due to a partial government shutdown. President Donald Trump in late March directed DHS to use emergency funds to […]

21.04.2026 22:37

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Israel says Hezbollah fired rockets in south Lebanon

The Israeli military said Hezbollah fired rockets at Israeli troops in southern Lebanon on Tuesday, accusing the Iran-backed group of violating a ceasefire ahead of US-mediated talks between the Israeli and Lebanese governments this week. There was no immediate comment from Hezbollah, which has said it has the “right to resist” Israeli forces occupying southern […]

21.04.2026 22:22

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US imposes new sanctions against suppliers of weapons to Iran

The United States imposed new sanctions on Tuesday targeting 14 people and companies that help Iran obtain weapons as Tehran works to rebuild its ballistic missile inventories after US-Israeli attacks, the Treasury Department said. The targets, which also include aircraft, are based in Iran, Turkey and the United Arab Emirates and were cited for their […]

21.04.2026 21:45

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EU divided on suspension of Israel pact as Spain pushes for action

European countries including Spain and Ireland pushed on Tuesday to suspend a pact governing the EU’s ties with Israel but failed to garner enough support from the bloc’s other members for any action. Arriving at an EU foreign ministers’ meeting in Luxembourg, a number of ministers called for suspending or partially suspending the pact over […]

21.04.2026 21:10

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EAC trade unions ‘disappointed’ over energy minister meeting

Trade unions said they were disappointed from Tuesday’s meeting with Energy Minister Michael Damianos, who pointed out that problems in the energy sector could not be solved overnight. Peo representative Demetris Constantinou said, ahead of Thursday’s 24-hour strike – the third work stoppage in a row – that the unions’ positions were aligned with those […]

21.04.2026 21:03

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Drug squad finds cannabis products in Limassol container; one arrest

Cyprus’ drug squad, working with customs officers, discovered a quantity of cannabis‑based products during a search of a container in a Limassol warehouse, Alithia reported. Inside the container, police found 590 packages containing CBN (cannabinol) and CBD (cannabidiol) products packed in 150 cartons, along with 100 chocolate bars containing cannabis. The container had arrived from […]

21.04.2026 21:00

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Macron to pay ‘historic’ visit to Cyprus

French President Emmanuel Macron will arrive in Cyprus on Thursday for an official visit – his second in 45 days – which the government has described as “historic”. Government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said on Tuesday that this was the first official bilateral visit by a French president since the Republic of Cyprus was established in […]

21.04.2026 20:47

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Audit Office flags unsafe roads, uncontrolled access in Akamas

The roads in the Akamas peninsula are unsafe for many types of vehicles due to the difficult terrain, while unfettered access to motorists threatens the natural reserve, the Audit Office said on Tuesday. In a statement, the auditor-general’s office said it carried out an on-site visit between April 15 and 17. “We express our grave […]

21.04.2026 20:20

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Missing persons ‘a matter of the present’

Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas on Tuesday delivered a speech at the 41st Marathon of Love for Missing Persons, expressing “deep emotion and utmost respect” while reaffirming the state’s support for the families of the missing. Palmas described the event as “a resounding message of responsibility, humanity and historical awareness”. He said that this year marks […]

21.04.2026 20:12

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Tender: performance workshop for queer and trans people

Finnish artist Eevi Tolvanen travels to Cyprus to present a performance-workshop part of the On Bodies Festival 2026 at Dancehouse Lefkosia this May. Titled ‘tender’, the workshop is addressed to queer and trans people where they can explore tenderness as something complex, powerful and deeply human. Going beyond the softness that is typically associated with […]

21.04.2026 19:48

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Significant improvement in cyclist injuries in Cyprus, report shows

A significant decrease in serious cyclist injuries has been recorded in Cyprus over the past decade, according to a new report titled “Improving Cycling Safety in Europe (PIN Flash 50)”, published on Tuesday by the European Transport Safety Council (ETSC). More specifically, in Cyprus, serious road traffic injuries among cyclists declined by an average of […]

21.04.2026 19:28

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Bus drivers demand safety measures following incident

Bus drivers have demanded measures for the protection of themselves and their passengers in a letter sent by trade unions Sek and Peo to bus companies, following an incident in Nicosia. “We have repeatedly highlighted the serious problems concerning the safety of drivers and passengers alike. It is unthinkable that in 2026 workers are exposed […]

21.04.2026 19:25

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Over 1,400 dangerous buildings in Nicosia, 161 in old town

Over 1,400 buildings in Nicosia, of which 161 in the old town, are currently deemed dangerous and more are being added to the list as part of ongoing inspections by the Nicosia district self-government organisation (EOA) and the city’s municipality. Nicosia’s EOA officer responsible for dangerous buildings said the number would be finalised next week. […]

21.04.2026 19:11

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Cyprus police warn of new phone scam targeting bank accounts

Cyprus police have received new reports of a phone scam in which callers pretend to represent an online financial‑services and payments platform. The aim, officers say, is to steal personal data and withdraw money from victims’ bank accounts. According to today’s complaints, the calls come from foreign numbers and use an automated voice system. The […]

21.04.2026 18:45

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US lawmakers stress strategic alliance with Greece and Cyprus

The importance of strengthening ties between the United States, Greece and Cyprus was underscored on Tuesday during a Congressional event in Washington marking Greek Independence, with lawmakers reaffirming bipartisan support for the partnership. The annual celebration, held at the US capitol and organised by the American Hellenic Institute (AHI) in cooperation with the congressional Hellenic […]

21.04.2026 18:35

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FMD spreads to over 100 farms, third pig unit hit

A third pig farm has tested positive for foot-and-mouth disease (FMD), authorities said on Tuesday as the number of infected farming units rose to over a hundred. The disease has spread quickly over the past couple of weeks, with the number of affected farming establishments doubling during this time. The latest pig farm where FMD […]

21.04.2026 18:32

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First Cypriot accepted to US naval academy

A Cypriot candidate has been accepted to the United States Naval Academy for the first time, President Nikos Christodoulides announced on Tuesday, describing the development as a landmark moment in relations between the two states. In a public statement issued on social media, Christodoulides said he had been informed of the acceptance by the US […]

21.04.2026 17:54

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Farmers urge president to raise animal culling protocol at EU summit

Cyprus’ main agricultural organisations have called on President Nikos Christodoulides to raise the issue of relaxing EU protocols on animal culling at the upcoming European Council meeting. In a joint letter, the organisations PEK, EKA, Panagrotikos and Nea Agrotiki Kinisi urged that the matter be placed on the agenda of the EU heads of state […]

21.04.2026 17:50

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Nearly 8,000 people died or disappeared trying to migrate in 2025

Nearly 8,000 people died or disappeared on migration routes last year, with sea routes to Europe the most deadly and many victims lost in “invisible shipwrecks”, a U.N. agency said on Tuesday. “These figures bear witness to our collective failure to prevent these tragedies,” Maria Moita, who directs the International Organisation for Migration’s humanitarian and […]

21.04.2026 17:34

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