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Kıbrıs 18.03.2026 10:55

EAC Workers Stage Three‑Hour Strike Over Energy‑Sector Concerns

Employees of the Electricity Authority of Cyprus staged a three‑hour work stoppage Wednesday morning, protesting what unions describe as serious, unresolved problems affecting both the EAC and the wider electricity sector. The strike ran from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Unions warned that unless the government addresses the authority’s concerns, they are prepared to escalate […]

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Kıbrıs 18.03.2026 09:15

Cyprus President to Meet UN Chief in Brussels on Restarting Peace Talks

President Nikos Christodoulides is meeting UN Secretary‑General António Guterres in Brussels later, on the sidelines of the European Council, in a bid to reaffirm his commitment to restarting Cyprus reunification talks. Before the meeting with Guterres, Christodoulides will hold talks with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. Their discussion is expected to cover developments […]

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Kıbrıs 17.03.2026 23:45

Cyprus Ports Authority Outlines 2026 Budget Focused on Major Infrastructure Upgrades

The Cyprus Ports Authority has presented its 2026 budget to parliament, highlighting increased spending on port‑infrastructure projects and digital upgrades. The authority’s board chairman told lawmakers that Cyprus’ ports remain “strategic national assets” tied to trade, energy, shipping and tourism, and said the organization has posted strong financial results in recent years. Most of the […]

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Kıbrıs 17.03.2026 21:00

Roadworks Announced in Larnaca and Limassol Through Mid‑May

Cyprus’ Public Works Department has announced a series of roadworks in the Larnaca and Limassol districts, including lane closures, night works and temporary traffic diversions. In Larnaca, crews will build ramps and green areas at the junction of Omirou Street and Spyros Kyprianou Avenue in Aradippou from March 17–28. The left lanes on both roads […]

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Kıbrıs 17.03.2026 18:45

Cyprus Foreign Minister Joins EU Talks on Ukraine, Middle East and Security Strategy

Cyprus Foreign Minister Konstantinos Kombos took part Monday in a meeting of the EU Foreign Affairs Council, where ministers discussed the bloc’s security strategy, Russia’s war in Ukraine and developments in the Middle East and Gulf region. During the session on Ukraine, Kombos said EU support must be maintained and strengthened given the current geopolitical […]

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Kıbrıs 17.03.2026 17:00

Record Flyers, New Motorways and EV Push Mark Cyprus Transport Report for 2025

Cyprus Transport Minister Alexis Vafeadis has presented the ministry’s 2025 performance report, highlighting record air‑travel numbers, major road‑network projects and expanded public transport services. Vafeadis said the ministry operated with a €517 million budget in 2025 and delivered “substantial results” in areas affecting daily life, economic development and the country’s shift toward modern and sustainable […]

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Kıbrıs 17.03.2026 15:30

Cyprus Continues Talks on Pension Reform

Consultations on Cyprus’ planned pension reform are continuing at the Labour Advisory Body, with Labour and Social Insurance Minister Marinos Moushiouttas saying alternative options to the current 12% actuarial reduction will be presented in upcoming meetings. Moushiouttas said the government still aims to submit the reform bill to parliament in June 2026, with implementation planned […]

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Kıbrıs 17.03.2026 14:00

Cyprus to Begin €50,000 Advance Payments to Farmers Hit by Foot‑and‑Mouth Outbreak

Farmers affected by the foot‑and‑mouth outbreak will begin receiving an initial advance payment of €50,000 next week as compensation for animals culled during the crisis, Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou has confirmed. Speaking on CyBC’s “Apo Mera se Mera” program, Panayiotou said the payments, based on current market prices, will help livestock producers meet their financial […]

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Kıbrıs 17.03.2026 13:14

Missing 74‑Year‑Old Woman Found Safe After Night Search in Nicosia District

A 74‑year‑old woman reported missing from her home in Deneia was found safe late Sunday night after an extensive search, police said. Her details and photograph had been released earlier in the day as part of a public appeal. She was located shortly before 11 p.m. in an area between Deneia and Akaki, roughly three […]

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Kıbrıs 17.03.2026 12:15

Cyprus President Joins EPP Leaders’ Videoconference Ahead of EU Summit

President Nikos Christodoulides took part in a videoconference of European People’s Party heads of state and government ahead of this week’s European Council meeting, the government spokesman said Monday. In a post on the X platform, spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said participants noted that recent developments in the Middle East are directly affecting several key issues […]

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Kıbrıs 17.03.2026 11:13

953 Cars Stopped, 12 Arrests in Cyprus Overnight Crime‑Prevention Sweep

Police carried out targeted overnight operations across Cyprus, arresting 12 people for offences including theft, drug possession, possession of offensive weapons, domestic violence and illegal stay, authorities said Tuesday. As part of the checks, officers stopped 953 vehicles and examined 1,276 occupants. They also inspected 24 premises, issuing three citations. Traffic enforcement produced 650 violations, […]

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Kıbrıs 17.03.2026 10:45

Emergency Drill Planned at Akrotiri Schools on Wednesday

An emergency preparedness drill will take place Wednesday at the Akrotiri primary school and kindergarten, officials said. The exercise was agreed during a meeting of all involved agencies and will be held in the presence of Civil Defense representatives. Authorities said the aim is to help children become familiar with current safety procedures and to […]

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Kıbrıs 17.03.2026 10:12

Police Investigate Collision That Injured 91‑Year‑Old Pedestrian in Nicosia

Police are investigating the circumstances of a road collision in the Nicosia district that left a 91‑year‑old man injured on Monday. The incident occurred shortly before 1 p.m. in Latsia, when a car driven by a 28‑year‑old woman struck the man as he was walking, police said. Officers examined the scene, and an ambulance took […]

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Kıbrıs 17.03.2026 09:15

Cyprus to Submit Bills Strengthening Financial Ombudsman and Protecting Primary Homes

Finance Minister Makis Keravnos has said  the government will submit two bills aimed at strengthening the authority of the Financial Ombudsman and improving protections for primary residences. Speaking after a Cabinet meeting, Keravnos said the first bill upgrades the Ombudsman’s debt‑verification mechanism, giving the office the power to restructure loans and allowing borrowers to seek […]

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Kıbrıs 17.03.2026 07:00

Government to Approve Nine‑Point Package on Foot‑and‑Mouth Response

President Nikos Christodoulides has said that a government is judged by how it handles crises, as he opened a meeting of the Council of Ministers. He said the cabinet would approve a package of nine measures to address the foot‑and‑mouth outbreak. The plan focuses on three goals: fully compensating affected farmers, supporting their income and […]

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Kıbrıs 17.03.2026 06:39

Cyprus Recalls Two Coffee Makers Over Burn‑Risk Safety Defects

Cyprus’ Department of Electromechanical Services on Monday announced the recall and withdrawal of two Cypriot‑coffee makers after inspectors found they pose a serious burn risk. The affected products are: • RAF R.150 • SILVER LB170 Both devices, classified as kitchen appliances, were found to violate safety requirements under the EU Low Voltage Directive. Authorities said […]

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Kıbrıs 17.03.2026 06:28

Cyprus Weather: Wednesday 17 March

Periods of increased cloud cover are expected across the island today. Winds will be light to moderate, at 3 to 4 Beaufort, and the sea will be slight to locally slight. Temperatures will reach 19°C inland and on the southeast coast, 18°C on the remaining coasts and 11°C in the higher mountains. Tonight, skies will […]

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Kıbrıs 16.03.2026 23:45

Cyprus Launches Awareness Campaign on Driving and Rest Hours for Professional Drivers

Cyprus’ Ministry of Labour and Social Insurance has launched an information campaign aimed at improving compliance with rules governing driving and rest hours for professional drivers using tachographs. The ministry said it places particular importance on enforcing legislation that protects working conditions and enhances road safety. Between 2023 and 2025, the Department of Labour Relations […]

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Kıbrıs 16.03.2026 21:00

EU Council Reaches Agreement on AI Act Position Under Cyprus Presidency

The Council of the European Union has reached agreement on its position regarding proposed changes to the bloc’s Artificial Intelligence Act, the Cyprus Deputy Ministry of Research, Innovation and Digital Policy has confirmed. The agreement, achieved on March 13 under the Cypriot EU Council Presidency, concerns a proposal aimed at simplifying rules and ensuring the […]

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Kıbrıs 16.03.2026 18:45

Cyprus Health Minister Highlights Importance of Early Intervention for Children With Rare Genetic Disorders

Cyprus Health Minister Neophytos Charalambides underscored the importance of early diagnosis and intervention for children with rare genetic diseases during an event hosted by the Pancyprian Association for Rare Genetic Conditions “Unique Smiles.” Speaking at the conference, held under the auspices of the Health Ministry, Charalambides said rare diseases have a profound impact on patients’ […]

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Kıbrıs 16.03.2026 17:00

Poll Finds Greek Cypriots Hold Mostly Negative Views of Tufan Erhürman

A majority of Greek Cypriots view Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhürman negatively, according to a new survey published by the newspaper Politis. The poll, conducted by Noverna Analytics & Research between Feb. 26 and March 11, surveyed 1,020 eligible voters across the Republic of Cyprus through telephone interviews. While the survey focused primarily on the […]

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Kıbrıs 16.03.2026 15:30

Cyprus Says Gas Exports Could Begin by 2028, Energy Minister Tells Reuters

Cyprus could begin producing natural gas for export as early as 2028, Energy Minister Michalis Damianos said in an interview with Reuters. Speaking about development plans for the offshore Kronos field, Damianos said Cyprus may have commercially available gas by 2028. He added that the project is expected to rely on existing infrastructure in Egypt, […]

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Kıbrıs 16.03.2026 14:00

DBRS Confirms Cyprus’ ‘A’ Rating, Citing Strong Growth but Warning of Regional Risks

The Canadian ratings agency DBRS has reaffirmed Cyprus’ positive economic trajectory, maintaining the country’s sovereign rating at “A” with a stable outlook. In its latest report, DBRS said Cyprus’ GDP grew by 3.8% in 2025, while public finances continued to show structural surpluses. Public debt fell to 60.6% of GDP last September, the agency noted. […]

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Kıbrıs 16.03.2026 12:15

Cyprus Parliament to Debate Constitutional Amendment on Phone Surveillance

A bill to amend the constitution on the monitoring of telephone communications is set to go before the full House on Thursday. The main point of disagreement concerns which authority should approve surveillance requests by the Cyprus Intelligence Service for suspects involved in serious criminal offenses or matters of state security. The dispute has raised […]

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