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Hungary returns seized Ukrainian bank vehicles, withholds cash and gold

Hungary returned two seized armoured bank vehicles to Ukraine on Thursday but withheld cash and gold worth approximately $82 million, citing an investigation into alleged money laundering, a move Kyiv has denounced as theft. Relations between Hungary and Ukraine, already strained by Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s close ties to Russia, reached a new low […]

12.03.2026 23:12

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New law seeks to outlaw ‘deepfakes’

The unauthorised publication of ‘deepfakes’ is now a criminal offence, under a law passed by parliament on Thursday. A deepfake is synthetic media – images, video, or audio – created using advanced artificial intelligence to realistically replace one person’s likeness or voice with another’s. The bill criminalising deepfakes – via an amendment to the basic […]

12.03.2026 22:34

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Road tax payment extended to end of March

The House on Thursday passed a law extending to the end of March the deadline for payment of road tax, citing glitches with online payments on the website of the Road Transport Department. The deadline for paying road tax was midnight on March 11. It has now been pushed back to March 31. Dipa MP […]

12.03.2026 22:04

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‘Route of Love’ motorcycle ride supports children with cancer

The nationwide association for children with cancer and related conditions One Dream One Wish is organising its 26th annual “Route of Love” motorcycle ride from March 11 to 15, 2026, according to a press release issued on Thursday. The charity ride aims to raise awareness of the challenges faced by children and young people with […]

12.03.2026 21:28

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Audit flags possible misconduct in sick‑leave practices at Cyprus prisons department

Cyprus’s Audit Office has identified irregularities — potentially amounting to criminal offenses — in the use of sick leave by staff at the Prisons Department, according to a report covering 2024–25. Auditor‑general Andreas Papaconstantinou said the findings point to pressure within the service, organizational gaps and weaknesses in oversight. The report cites, among other cases, […]

12.03.2026 21:00

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Suspect dead in Detroit-area synagogue shooting, no other casualties reported

The suspect in an episode of gun violence on Thursday at a Detroit-area synagogue was shot dead, according to a law enforcement official, with no other casualties from the incident immediately reported. Michigan State Police reported an active shooting incident at about 12:30 p.m. local time (1730 GMT) at Temple Israel Synagogue in the Detroit suburb of […]

12.03.2026 20:59

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Government seeks faster deportations of irregular migrants

The justice ministry and the deputy ministry of migration on Thursday pledged to improve the efficiency of deportations of migrants residing illegally in Cyprus. In separate statements, the two ministries announced the creation of a working group to examine cases of irregular migrants who refuse to leave the country voluntarily. Reaffirming the government’s commitment to […]

12.03.2026 20:18

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Lack of protocols blamed for panic after Akrotiri drone strike

Officials on Thursday blamed the absence of emergency protocols for the confusion and panic caused among communities in close proximity to RAF Akrotiri following a drone strike there last Sunday. Pantelis Georgiou, the mayor of Kourion, remarked that “not even the British expected the attack”. He was speaking in parliament during a discussion of contingency […]

12.03.2026 20:11

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Bill to integrate counselling psychologists into Gesy heads to parliament

A bill seeking to integrate counselling psychologists into the national health system (Gesy) is expected to be brought before the parliamentary plenary session in the coming days, following discussions in the House health committee on Thursday. The proposed legislation, promoted by Disy MP Charalambos Pazaros and Dipa MP Alekos Tryfonidis, would amend the general health […]

12.03.2026 19:27

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BBQ and jam session to raise funds for Palestinian film festival

The Palestinian Independent Film Festival is set to return for the third year, this time in Nicosia. The upcoming event will take place in May and to make it a reality, the organisers are hosting a fundraising event with a BBQ and a jam session to raise funds so that the festival can remain independent […]

12.03.2026 19:19

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‘We have an aircraft carrier – it’s called Cyprus’

British chief of the defence staff Sir Richard Knighton was on Thursday accused of leaving the country’s assets in the Middle East underprepared for a war in the region, with it being reported that he rejected suggestions that the country should deploy naval assets in advance of the conflict breaking out at the beginning of […]

12.03.2026 18:53

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Eighteen Cypriot antiquities recovered from online auction returned for repatriation

Eighteen Cypriot antiquities that were found for sale in an online auction were handed over to the Embassy of the Republic of Cyprus in Washington on Feb. 23 for repatriation. According to Cyprus’s Department of Antiquities, the items were withdrawn from sale after officials contacted the auction house. The artifacts include pottery from the Early […]

12.03.2026 18:45

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EU closes infringement case on Cyprus golden passports

The European Commission confirmed on Thursday it has closed the file on Cyprus’ citizenship-by-investment programme, ending the infringement proceedings it had initiated in October 2020. European Commission spokesperson Markus Lammert told the Cyprus News Agency that they decided to close the case on Wednesday. “The Commission’s position was clear from the outset, such programmes are […]

12.03.2026 18:44

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Culling of foot and mouth animals ‘necessary’, veterinary services dept says

The culling of animals which have contracted foot and mouth disease is “necessary”, veterinary services department spokeswoman Sotiria Georgiadou said on Thursday. Speaking at a press conference, she said the disease is “one of the most contagious viral infections which affect animals” and stressed that “its treatment is governed by European legislation”, which dictates that […]

12.03.2026 18:34

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Egypt returns to bread price controls as war inflation fears grow

Egypt has set maximum prices for ​unsubsidised bread sold in private bakeries, reviving price controls on staple food as the government ‌seeks to limit the impact on consumers of an expected rise in inflation due to the Iran war. Inflationary pressure is growing after a spike in global oil prices due to the war, which […]

12.03.2026 18:32

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Solana and XRP ETFs battle for investor demand as Mutuum Finance gains ground in DeFi

As altcoin ETF adoption grows in 2026, Solana (SOL) and Ripple (XRP) are taking different directions as both compete for broader adoption. Meanwhile, in the decentralized finance market, Mutuum Finance (MUTM) is establishing its presence with a dual-lending ecosystem. Solana and XRP ETFs attract different types of investors Solana and XRP ETFs are showing different […]

12.03.2026 18:10

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Trial begins for man accused of attempted murder in Tersefanou

The trial of a 33-year-old man accused of attempting to kill a 40-year-old with a cleaver in Tersefanou on January 18 began on Thursday at Larnaca criminal court. The defendant faces multiple charges including attempted murder, acts intended to cause grievous bodily harm, wounding, causing serious bodily injury, carrying a knife, burglary, common assault, threats, […]

12.03.2026 17:39

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Greece questions legality of Turkish F-16 deployment to Cyprus

Greek government spokesman Pavlos Marinakis on Thursday questioned the legality of Turkey’s decision to deploy six F-16 fighter jets to Cyprus, saying that it is “prohibited” for Turkey to use the aircraft for “offensive actions outside the country”. “The invasion and occupation of the northern part of Cyprus is illegal and does not legitimise any […]

12.03.2026 17:22

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Lebanese man wanted by Germany on Hamas‑related warrant arrested at Larnaca airport

Police in Cyprus have arrested a 25‑year‑old Lebanese man at Larnaca Airport who was wanted by Germany on suspicion of involvement with Hamas. Police spokesman Byron Byronos told CyBC Radio that the suspect arrived in Cyprus last Friday night intending to travel onward to another European country. During passport control, officers discovered that he was […]

12.03.2026 17:02

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Two US sailors injured after non-combat fire aboard Gerald Ford flagship carrier

Two US sailors were injured after the USS Gerald Ford suffered a non-combat-related fire on board, the US military said on Thursday. In a statement, the military said the sailors were receiving medical treatment for non-life-threatening injuries and were in stable condition. “There is no damage to the ship’s propulsion plant, and the aircraft carrier […]

12.03.2026 16:59

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Iran World Cup withdrawal threat leaves FIFA pondering options

The statement from Minister of Sport Ahmad Donyamali on Wednesday that Iran could not take part in a World Cup being co-hosted by the United States offered the clearest indication yet of the potential for a first withdrawal from global soccer’s showpiece event in the modern era. While that has not officially happened at this […]

12.03.2026 16:56

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Londa Residences: Limassol’s landmark beachfront project enters final phase

Construction at Londa Residences is entering its final phase as the project moves steadily towards completion in spring 2026. Designed to set a new benchmark for luxury seaside living in Cyprus, the beachfront development is reviving the iconic Londa Hotel, transforming the property into luxury homes. Located on Limassol’s coastline, Londa Residences remains the only […]

12.03.2026 16:52

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CSE suspends trading of treasury bills before delisting

The Cyprus Stock Exchange (CSE) on Thursday announced that the 13-week Treasury Bills 12th Issue, Series 2025 of the Republic of Cyprus will be suspended from trading between March 17, 2026 and March 19, 2026, ahead of their formal delisting from the market on March 20, 2026. The exchange said that trading in the treasury […]

12.03.2026 16:49

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Lidl Cyprus presents third Sustainability Report for 2024

Lidl Cyprus presents its 2024 Sustainability Report, reflecting its steadfast commitment to responsible entrepreneurship that generates value for the Cypriot economy, society and the environment. Under the central motto, “Redefining Sustainability – Building our Common Home”, this year’s edition, presented in a magazine format, showcases how sustainability is transformed into daily practice. A joint study […]

12.03.2026 16:38

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