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Cyprus gears up for tougher tax enforcement

With the new year underway, the tax department is moving to apply a tougher enforcement framework, as tax reform measures aimed at improving compliance and collectability take effect. According to the legislation approved by parliament and published in the Official Gazette of the Republic, authorities concluded that existing enforcement tools were no longer sufficient to […]

07.01.2026 14:02

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Iran’s top judge warns protesters of ‘no leniency’ as unrest persists

Iran’s top judge warned protesters on Wednesday there would be “no leniency for those who help the enemy against the Islamic Republic”, while accusing Israel and the U.S. of pursuing hybrid methods to disrupt the country. Tehran is under international pressure with U.S. President Donald Trump threatening to come to the aid of protesters if […]

07.01.2026 14:00

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Russia sends submarine to escort tanker the US tried to seize off Venezuela

Russia has deployed a submarine and other naval vessels to escort an empty, ageing oil tanker that has been trying to evade the U.S. blockade near Venezuela, the Wall Street Journal reported, citing a U.S. official. The tanker, formerly known as Bella 1, has been evading interception since the U.S. Coast Guard attempted to board […]

07.01.2026 13:57

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Western Europe braces for another wave of snow and ice

Western Europe braced for more snow and ice on Wednesday, with the first named storm of the year hitting the continent’s Atlantic coast. More flights were cancelled, train services disrupted and roads blocked as storm Goretti advanced across the region. Heavy snow hit the Paris region as daylight broke, while the south of Britain is […]

07.01.2026 13:53

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Christodoulides promises closer EU-Egypt relations

President Nikos Christodoulides on Wednesday promised to bring the European Union “closer to Egypt” during Cyprus’ six-month term as the holder of the Council of the EU’s rotating presidency. “One of the key priorities of our presidency is to bring the EU closer to the region, closer to Egypt,” he told Egyptian Petroleum Minister Karim […]

07.01.2026 13:52

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Cyprus public sector to begin remote work on 20-day annual limit

Working from home in the public sector will begin on a limited basis this year, with civil servants allowed to work away from the office for up to 20 days in 2026, following a decision by the Cabinet. The move marks the first phase of a gradual rollout, aimed at ensuring a smooth transition for […]

07.01.2026 13:31

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Cyprus records lowest inflation in eurozone at 0.1 per cent

Cyprus recorded the lowest inflation rate in the eurozone in December, with consumer prices estimated to have risen by 0.1 per cent year on year, unchanged from November, according to preliminary data released by Eurostat on Wednesday. The figure contrasts with developments at euro area level, where annual inflation is expected to have eased to 2 per cent […]

07.01.2026 13:23

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Objections to new witnesses at German’s property usurpation trial

The trial of German real estate agent Eva Isabella Kunzel – who faces charges of usurping Greek Cypriot property in the north – continued on Wednesday in Nicosia, with objections being raised concerning the constitutional right to a fair trial. Prosecution lawyer Anna Mattheou presented arguments to justify calling in additional witnesses, including a police […]

07.01.2026 13:21

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439 affordable homes planned across Cyprus

Hundreds of below-market price homes are on the way across Cyprus, with construction already under way on part of the 439-unit affordable housing programme by the Cyprus Land Development Organisation (Koag). The developments, aimed at eligible applicants, span multiple districts and are at different stages of delivery, from active construction to imminent launches and completed […]

07.01.2026 13:14

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The Importance of Being Earnest on Nicosia big screen

Nicosia For Art, in collaboration with National Theatre Live, presents the film adaptation of the theatrical production The Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde on Thursday, January 8. To be screened at the Nicosia Municipal Theatre, Max Webster’s film received rave reviews abroad and is finally coming to Cyprus’ screens – for one night […]

07.01.2026 13:02

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Cyprus sees steady drop in unemployment in December

Registered unemployment in Cyprus fell in December 2025, with official data showing fewer people out of work compared with both the previous month and the same period a year earlier, reflecting easing pressures in key sectors of the economy. According to a report from the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat) released on Wednesday, the number of […]

07.01.2026 12:42

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Zelenskiy looks forward to ‘many positive steps forward’ during Cyprus’ presidency

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Wednesday said he looks forward to “many positive steps forward” during Cyprus’ six-month term as the holder of the Council of the European Union’s rotating presidency, upon his arrival at the presidential palace in Nicosia. He also expressed his gratitude for the support and humanitarian assistance his country receives from […]

07.01.2026 12:40

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Caramondani Group supports tomorrow’s professionals

As part of its commitment to developing future talent, Caramondani Group systematically strengthens its connection with technical education, providing technical school students with insight into the industry, and internship opportunities to young professionals at the start of their careers. Recently, Caramondani Group carried out an educational visit to the Avgorou Technical School, presenting students with […]

07.01.2026 12:33

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Cyprus deposit rates lowest in euro area despite easing loans

Cyprus continues to offer relatively cheaper borrowing for households, particularly for housing, while delivering the lowest deposit returns in the euro area, according to the European Central Bank (ECB). The ECB’s latest interest rate figures for November 2025 cover loans and deposits across the euro area, shedding light on borrowing and savings conditions and highlighting […]

07.01.2026 12:25

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Holy Synod to discuss bishop Tychikos’ appeal to civil courts

The decision by former Bishop Tychikos to appeal to the civil courts over his removal from the Paphos bishopric constitutes an act of disobedience to the church, the archdiocese said ahead of an extraordinary Holy Synod session scheduled for Thursday. A spokesman confirmed on Wednesday that the synod will convene to address the issue and […]

07.01.2026 12:23

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An uncertain New Year

A friend whose daughter studied in the UK, told me ‘She’s staying there, what future has she here?’ She’s not alone in making that choice. The Cyprus government wants to tempt brains and talent back home but what secure future prospects are there in troubled lands? President Kennedy said, ‘Never adapt out of fear, but […]

07.01.2026 12:00

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Fletcher sought Ferguson’s blessing before taking interim Man United role

Darren Fletcher said he had reached out to former Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson to seek his blessing before taking on the interim role at the club following Ruben Amorim’s sacking on Monday. Fletcher, 41, will take charge of Wednesday’s Premier League trip to Burnley and may also stay on for Sunday’s FA Cup third-round […]

07.01.2026 11:47

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Man charged and released over theft of cross

A 45-year-old man was charged and released on Wednesday for stealing the Holy Cross during Tuesday’s blessing of the waters at Limassol’s old port. Police arrested the suspect on Tuesday afternoon following examinations into the incident. According to authorities, he admitted diving into the sea and taking the cross, while making various claims that are […]

07.01.2026 11:46

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Tax Commissioner and Oev to clarify 2026 tax year deductions

Employers and payroll executives are being invited to a pair of webinars aimed at clarifying how Cyprus’ recent tax reform will affect the taxation of individuals from 2026 onwards. Organised jointly by the office of the Tax Commissioner and the Employers and Industrialists Federation (Oev), the sessions will walk participants through the main changes concerning […]

07.01.2026 11:41

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Forest winning penalty a joke, says West Ham’s Soucek

West Ham United midfielder Tomas Soucek described the decision to award Nottingham Forest a match-winning 89th-minute penalty as a joke on Tuesday after a defeat that left his side in deep relegation trouble. Grizzled Czech Soucek had a hand in West Ham going in front after 13 minutes when his flick-on went into the net […]

07.01.2026 11:41

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Police remind motorists of road closures for EU presidency ceremony

Police reminded motorists on Wednesday that extensive road closures and parking restrictions will be in force in central Nicosia in the afternoon for the opening ceremony of Cyprus’ presidency of the EU council. The ceremony is scheduled to begin at 6.30pm at the THOC complex on Grigoris Afxentiou street. From 2.30pm, roads around the theatre […]

07.01.2026 11:27

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Teenage gunman remanded in north after car dealership shooting

A 17-year-old boy who shot two people at a car dealership in northern Nicosia was on Wednesday remanded in custody for two days. The shooting occurred on Tuesday morning at the Uluhan car dealership in Omorphita, with the boy making off on a motorcycle after the shooting. Both victims, the dealership’s owner and his son, […]

07.01.2026 11:20

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Business leaders push for stronger Cyprus-Ukraine trade links

Cyprus and Ukraine marked an important moment in their bilateral relations this week, with an official dinner held in Nicosia on the occasion of the first-ever visit to Cyprus by a Ukrainian minister, Ukraine’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha. The event was emphasised by Philokypros Rousounides, secretary general of the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce […]

07.01.2026 11:18

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Paphos to boost German tourism with new Ryanair and Lufthansa flights

Paphos is set to strengthen its links with Germany in the summer of 2026, as Ryanair expands its presence on the route and Lufthansa adds scheduled flights from Munich. This move is seen by local tourism officials as essential for improving the island’s performance in one of Europe’s largest outbound markets. Specifically, the Paphos region […]

07.01.2026 11:11

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