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Kıbrıs 30.04.2026 09:15

Cyprus president says more firms eye EEZ blocks as energy plans move ahead

Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides has said that more companies have expressed interest in securing new exploration areas in the country’s exclusive economic zone. He said the government’s energy program is moving ahead under international law and remains in full progress with operators already active in Cyprus’ offshore fields. Cyprus’ broader energy plans include continued appraisal […]

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Kıbrıs 30.04.2026 06:37

Cyprus weather outlook – Thursday 30 April

A weak low‑pressure system is affecting the area, with another system and a colder air mass expected to move in on Sunday. Today’s weather will be mostly clear, though patches of low cloud or light mist may appear early on. In the afternoon, increasing cloud cover could bring isolated showers, with a slight chance of […]

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Kıbrıs 29.04.2026 19:06

Cyprus reports 30% drop in irregular migration in first four months of 2026

Cyprus recorded a 30% decrease in irregular migrant arrivals in the first four months of 2026, while returns approached 3,000 — significantly exceeding the number of arrivals, the deputy minister for migration has said. Speaking on state radio, Deputy Minister Nikolas Ioannidis said the challenge is shifting from limiting arrivals to improving return procedures at […]

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Kıbrıs 28.04.2026 17:54

Cyprus president urges strict adherence to EU protocols on foot‑and‑mouth outbreak

Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides said Tuesday that European Union protocols must be followed in full to contain the foot‑and‑mouth outbreak affecting livestock across the island. Asked whether he would accept a request from a group of livestock farmers to meet with him, Christodoulides said no such meeting has been scheduled. He added that problems persist […]

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Kıbrıs 28.04.2026 17:53

Man stabbed outside kiosk in Nicosia; 44‑year‑old hospitalized

A 44‑year‑old man was stabbed outside a kiosk on Prodromou Avenue in Nicosia after an argument with another man, police said Tuesday. The victim told officers that an unknown man who had been loitering outside the kiosk earlier in the morning attacked him with a knife following a verbal dispute. He suffered injuries to his […]

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Kıbrıs 28.04.2026 17:51

Cyprus veterinary authorities say foot‑and‑mouth outbreak easing as vaccinations show results

Cyprus’ Veterinary Services said Tuesday the foot‑and‑mouth outbreak is showing signs of easing, with vaccination efforts beginning to take effect, as authorities outlined the latest steps in managing the animal disease. A new case was detected in a small unit in Dromolaxia, but officials said it does not affect overall infection rates. The services expect […]

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Kıbrıs 28.04.2026 17:49

Cyprus president says government ready to restart reunification talks “even next week”

Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides said Tuesday his government is ready to restart reunification talks “even next week,” rejecting Turkish claims that the timing is unsuitable because of Cyprus’ EU Council presidency and upcoming parliamentary elections. Christodoulides said the latest initiative by U.N. Secretary‑General António Guterres on the substance of the Cyprus issue began in March, […]

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Kıbrıs 28.04.2026 17:47

No expectations for new Cyprus peace plan

Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhürman said Tuesday there are no expectations for a new peace plan on the Cyprus issue, accusing President Nikos Christodoulides of signing what he called military agreements with other countries. Erhürman said it was significant that the U.N. Secretary‑General continues to show strong interest in the Cyprus problem, despite his term […]

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Kıbrıs 28.04.2026 12:15

Cyprus issues January–February economic update

Cyprus’ Statistical Service has published its “Monthly Economic Developments” bulletin for January–February 2026, outlining recent trends across key sectors. Manufacturing output rose 1.5% in January compared with a year earlier. Building activity continued to expand, with the total area of approved building permits reaching 3.27 million square meters in January–December 2025, up 41% from the […]

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Kıbrıs 28.04.2026 10:45

Tourist arrivals to Cyprus fell 30.7% in March

Tourist arrivals to Cyprus dropped 30.7% in March, falling to 139,198 from 200,736 in the same month last year, the Statistical Service has said. Arrivals for January–March totaled 407,339, down 8.8% from the first quarter of 2025. The United Kingdom remained the largest source market in March, accounting for 32.9% of arrivals (45,763). Poland followed […]

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Kıbrıs 28.04.2026 09:15

Cyprus will take part in the VivaTech 2026 trade fair in Paris

Cyprus’ Ministry of Energy, Commerce and Industry will take part in the VivaTech 2026 trade fair in Paris. The technology exhibition will be held at the Porte de Versailles center from June 17–20. VivaTech is one of the largest international tech events for startups, with a focus on research and innovation. The 2025 edition drew […]

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Kıbrıs 27.04.2026 23:45

Cyprus’ harmonized inflation rises 1.5% in March

Cyprus’ Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices rose 1.5% in March compared with a year earlier, the Statistical Service has said. The index increased 1.1% from February. Food and non‑alcoholic beverages recorded the largest annual increase at 6.5%, followed by recreation, sport and culture at 5.7%. The biggest declines were in clothing and footwear, down 5.5%, […]

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Kıbrıs 27.04.2026 21:00

Cyprus’ cultural showcase in Brussels is continues

Cyprus’ cultural showcase at the Bozar Centre for Fine Arts in Brussels is continuing with strong public interest, the Deputy Ministry of Culture said. The “Focus on Cyprus: Immersion in Contemporary Cypriot Art” program is part of the cultural agenda of Cyprus’ 2026 EU Council Presidency. On 11 April, the award‑winning Cypriot trio Monsieur Doumani […]

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Kıbrıs 27.04.2026 18:45

Cyprus: Gender mainstreaming is not simply a policy tool

Cyprus’ Commissioner for Gender Equality told a Swedish government conference that gender mainstreaming is not simply a policy tool but a strategic necessity for strengthening democracy. Speaking in Stockholm, Commissioner Josie Christodoulou said Europe is facing overlapping challenges — from geopolitical instability to economic uncertainty and rapid technological change — that are testing democratic resilience. […]

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Kıbrıs 27.04.2026 17:00

Cost of the Paphos–Polis Chrysochous motorway project revealed

Cyprus’ Transport Ministry has released detailed figures on the cost of the Paphos–Polis Chrysochous motorway project, responding to recent public debate over its price. The ministry says the original contract for the Agia Marinouda–Stroumpi section was signed in 2021 for €72.98 million, excluding VAT. During construction, the contractor submitted €36 million in claims and requested […]

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Kıbrıs 27.04.2026 15:30

Spring allergies are surging

Spring allergies are surging, driven by high pollen levels that are causing rhinitis, congestion and even asthma. Seasonal rhinitis, conjunctivitis and allergic bronchial asthma are affecting both children and adults, with doctors reporting a sharp rise in cases. About 30% of adults and 40% of children and teenagers experience spring allergies. Dust, expected to return […]

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Kıbrıs 27.04.2026 14:00

Cyprus welcomes Poland’s decision to upgrade its travel advisory

Cyprus has welcomed Poland’s decision to upgrade its travel advisory for the island, placing the country in Level 1 — a category that calls only for normal precautions. The deputy tourism minister, Kostas Koumis, described the move as a positive development that strengthens Cyprus’s image as a safe destination. Looking ahead to the summer season, Mr Koumis […]

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Kıbrıs 27.04.2026 12:15

Foreign buyers purchased 7,255 properties in Cyprus in 2025, report shows

Foreign purchases of real estate in Cyprus rose sharply in 2025, reaching 7,255 properties — a 16 percent increase from the previous year, according to data from PwC Cyprus cited by Politis. The figure accounted for 28 percent of all property sales in the country. In 2024, foreign buyers purchased 6,228 properties. Most foreign demand […]

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Kıbrıs 27.04.2026 10:45

Employment rises in EU and Cyprus in 2025, Eurostat says

Employment continued to climb across the European Union in 2025, reaching its highest level since 2009, according to figures published by Eurostat. The employment rate for people aged 20 to 64 rose to 76.1 percent, representing about 197.7 million workers. That marks an increase of 0.3 percentage points from 2024 and 0.8 points compared with […]

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Kıbrıs 27.04.2026 09:15

Police warn of rising online and mobile scams after series of new cases

Police are urging the public to remain cautious as a wave of online and mobile scams continues to circulate through text messages, email and WhatsApp, with fraudsters posing as banks, the electricity authority and government agencies. The warning follows a case reported last week in Limassol, where a company director alerted police after €176,000 in […]

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Kıbrıs 24.04.2026 08:02

EU set to open new wildfire‑response hub in Cyprus

A new European firefighting hub based in Cyprus will be inaugurated in Paphos later on the sidelines of an informal EU summit held as part of Cyprus’ presidency of the Council of the European Union. Last month, European Commission unveiled a new risk‑management strategy aimed at addressing the growing threat of wildfires across the continent. […]

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Kıbrıs 23.04.2026 21:00

Cyprus’ health minister outlined the five pillars guiding the ministry’s policies

Cyprus’ health minister outlined the five pillars guiding the ministry’s policies during a presentation of its annual review and goals for the year. Neofytos Charalambides said the framework is built on prevention and public health, stronger legislation and transparency, digital health, modern infrastructure and a robust, sustainable national health system. He said the aim is […]

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Kıbrıs 23.04.2026 18:45

Cyprus posts 4% budget surplus in Q4 2025, Eurostat says

Cyprus recorded a 4% of GDP budget surplus in the fourth quarter of 2025, maintaining one of the strongest fiscal positions in the European Union. Eurostat data show the country remained in surplus throughout the year, even as the EU as a whole registered a 3.2% deficit. The surplus was unchanged from Q4 2024, […]

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Kıbrıs 23.04.2026 17:00

Ukraine: Kombos described the situation as highly complex and unclear

Cyprus’ foreign minister expressed hope that the European Union will reach a positive decision within hours on a new support loan for Ukraine. Speaking on arrival at the EU Foreign Affairs Council in Luxembourg, Constantinos Kombos stressed the importance of maintaining European backing for Ukraine and strengthening measures against Russia through the bloc’s 20th sanctions […]

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