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President discusses drone attack with Lebanese counterpart

President Nikos Christodoulides held a telephone conversation with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun following the drone attack on the British bases in Akrotiri, reportedly fired by Hezbollah in Lebanon, sources said on Monday. The same sources told the Cyprus News Agency that so far there was no information regarding a threat against the infrastructure of the […]

02.03.2026 20:37

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Turkey’s Erdogan says attacks on Iran are clear violation of international law

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan on Monday criticised the US and Israeli attacks on Iran as a “clear violation” of international law, adding that Turkey shared the pain of the Iranian people amid the widening war. Turkey, a Nato member and neighbour of Iran, had for weeks urged Washington and Tehran to reach an agreement during […]

02.03.2026 20:23

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Bill allowing Cyta to sell electricity to be sent to plenum

An amendment allowing Cyta to provide new services, including energy, will be sent to plenum, following discussions on Monday at the House finance committee. A representative of the legal service said the Constitution did not restrict the scope of activities of Cyta and the electricity authority (EAC), however he pointed out that issues of competition […]

02.03.2026 20:10

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€50 million to create electricity storage systems

A total of €50 million to install electricity storage systems at three designated sites across the island, will be spent this year by the Transmission System Operator (TSO), MPs heard on Monday. Parliamentarians were reviewing the TSO’s budget for fiscal year 2026, which comes to €67.3 million. Using electricity storage systems – arrays of batteries […]

02.03.2026 19:26

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Daylight disco party for women in Nicosia

Very soon, the whole world will celebrate International Women’s Day on March 8. Several exciting events are coming up in Cyprus to mark the occasion and in downtown Nicosia, Nostalgia Parties team up with Yfantourgeio the Workplace for a daytime disco party for women. “On March 8 we celebrate International Women’s Day,” say organisers. “We […]

02.03.2026 19:23

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Brushing off Trump criticism, UK’s Starmer defends actions over Iran

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer defended his actions in the Middle East on Monday, brushing off President Donald Trump’s criticism of Britain for not joining strikes against Iran by saying his decisions were guided by law and the “national interest”. In an address to parliament, Starmer said he was moved to allow the “limited” use […]

02.03.2026 19:22

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Cyprus has fewest women managers among EU members

Cyprus recorded the lowest percentage of women in managerial positions in 2024, with 25,3 per cent, compared to the EU average of 35.2 per cent, up from 31.8 per cent in 2014, Eurostat said on Monday. Women were more represented among young managers with 39 per cent of all managers in the age group 15 […]

02.03.2026 19:12

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More support pledged for support for domestic violence victims

New interventions to combat gender-based and domestic violence were announced on Monday at parliament, with Law Commissioner Sofia Kleopa Hadjikyriacou saying that access to support would not depend on the victim’s willingness to file a complaint. Speaking at the House human rights committee, Hadjikyriacou said the interventions were in line with the recommendations made by […]

02.03.2026 18:57

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Cyprus Civil Defense Activated After Akrotiri Incident, Officials Say

Cyprus’ Civil Defense Force activated its emergency procedures Monday after receiving information from the National Guard and the administration of the British Bases regarding the drone incident near Akrotiri, officials said. Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou and Civil Defense Commander Maria Papa told reporters that the force moved immediately once it received formal notification around 12:30 […]

02.03.2026 18:45

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Iranian general threatens missile strikes on Cyprus

A senior commander of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard corps (IRGC) warned on Monday of intensified missile attacks on Cyprus, citing what he claimed was an expanded United States military presence on the island. IRGC General Sardar Jabbari was quoted by Iranian state-affiliated media as claiming that Washington had transferred a significant number of aircraft to […]

02.03.2026 18:44

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A new chapter for Cypriot winemaking begins at CHATEAU PUNIN

In an event marked by strong symbolism and developmental significance, CHATEAU PUNIN, located in Parekklisia, Limassol, hosted the planting of Pinot Noir vineyards in Cyprus, a milestone that signals a new era for the country’s wine industry. Among those in attendance were Andreas Grigoriou, Director General of the Ministry of Agriculture, Stelios Tsioustas, First Officer […]

02.03.2026 18:33

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Lidl Cyprus: permanent low prices on selected fresh pork meats

Lidl Cyprus is bringing forward a new initiative that highlights its long-standing commitment to permanent low prices. With a clear sense of its social responsibility and a deep understanding of the needs of Cypriot households, as of Monday, March 2, 2026, the company is proceeding with a permanent price reduction on selected fresh pork products, […]

02.03.2026 18:20

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Purdue, UNIC-Athens partner to advance research collab, online learning in Europe

Purdue University is expanding its global impact through a new strategic partnership with UNIC Athens of the University of Nicosia in Greece, to deepen a growing transatlantic network focused on advancing education, research and innovation in high-impact fields. This partnership will focus on coordinated research, faculty and student collaboration and innovation across cutting-edge science, engineering […]

02.03.2026 18:10

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Why is the crypto market down today? How utility protocols are hardening the market infrastructure

After a period of relative stability, the global crypto market cap experienced a sharp contraction, leaving many investors asking why their screens have turned red. While price drops often spark fear, a closer look at the data suggests that this is not a random crash but a volatile moment within a larger recovery phase. While […]

02.03.2026 18:10

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Trump: big wave in war with Iran yet to come

The ‘big wave’ is yet to come in the war with Iran, U.S. President Donald Trump told CNN on Monday, adding that Washington did not know who the country’s new leader would be following the killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. “We haven’t even started hitting them hard. The big wave hasn’t even happened. The big […]

02.03.2026 18:02

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Elias Neocleous & Co LLC advises on landmark cross-border Allwyn financing, exceeding €2B

Elias Neocleous & Co LLC has advised in connection with the issuance of €550,000,000 aggregate principal amount of senior secured notes due 2031 by Allwyn. The notes were issued pursuant to an indenture dated February 20, 2026 among the issuer, Allwyn International AG as parent company, Kroll Trustee Services Limited, The Bank of New York […]

02.03.2026 17:59

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Cyprus not a target, government repeats

Cyprus is operating under full operational readiness after two unmanned aerial drones heading towards the British bases at Akrotiri were intercepted, government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said on Monday, stressing that the republic itself is not a target. “Aall necessary measures are being taken and there is full operational readiness and coordination of all competent services,” […]

02.03.2026 17:52

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Iran conflict widens to Lebanon, Kuwait mistakenly shoots down US jets

The U.S.-Israeli air war against Iran expanded on Monday with no end in sight, with Israel attacking Lebanon in response to strikes by Hezbollah, and Tehran firing missiles and drones at Gulf states and a British air base as far away as Cyprus. Kuwait mistakenly shot down three American F-15E fighter jets during an Iranian […]

02.03.2026 17:42

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US not veering into a new, endless war, Pentagon says

The Pentagon played down concerns on Monday that the U.S. attack on Iran risked plunging the United States into a new, open-ended conflict in the Middle East, even as officials declined to offer a timeline and cautioned they expected more U.S. casualties. The United States and Israel launched their most ambitious attacks on Iran in […]

02.03.2026 17:38

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Cyprus Government Spokesman: Security Is the Top Priority After Drone Incident at Akrotiri

Cyprus’ top priority is safeguarding the country and its citizens, Government Spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said Monday following an emergency meeting of the National Council. Speaking after the session at the Presidential Palace, chaired by President Nikos Christodoulides, Letymbiotis said the council received a full briefing on Sunday night’s drone incident at the British Bases in […]

02.03.2026 17:34

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Cyprus has enough fuel supplies to last for two months

The Electricity Authority (EAC) said Monday that its fuel stocks are adequate and that for the moment it does not anticipate problems with supplies amid the conflict raging in the Middle East. “At this time, our storage tanks located at various power stations have enough fuel for two months,” EAC spokesperson Christina Papadopoulou told the […]

02.03.2026 17:22

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Cyprus has one of highest bone marrow donor rates worldwide

The significance of the volunteer bone marrow donor registry of the Karaiskakio Foundation, was highlighted by Health Minister Neofytos Charalambides on Monday, who said the island boasts one of the highest donor ratios in the world. The minister toured the premises and was briefed on its facilities, specialised equipment and the services provided to patients. […]

02.03.2026 17:14

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Short-form surge challenges Netflix and Disney

Microdramas generated an estimated $11 billion in global revenue and overtook major streaming platforms in daily mobile viewing time in the United States during 2025, according to a report from market analysis firm Omdia. The research found that microdramas are rapidly emerging as one of the fastest-scaling formats in online video, reshaping how audiences consume […]

02.03.2026 17:02

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Archaeological sites temporarily closed

The archaeological sites of Curium and Apollo Hylates, Kolossi Castle and the Archaeological Curium Museum will remain closed to the public until further notice, the department of antiquities announced on Monday. This follows uncertainty after two drones heading towards the Akrotiri British base were intercepted at lunchtime on Monday. Around 12 hours earlier, a drone […]

02.03.2026 16:59

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