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Kıbrıs 04.04.2026 10:36

Fuel Tax Cut Takes Effect in Cyprus

A reduction in the consumption tax on fuel will take effect today, the Finance Ministry confirmed. The measure was presented Thursday in an emergency session of Parliament’s Finance Committee and was approved unanimously by the full House. It lowers the consumption tax by 8.33 cents per liter on gasoline and 6 cents per liter on […]

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Kıbrıs 04.04.2026 09:33

Cyprus Confirms Interest in Acquiring ‘Centaur’ Anti‑Drone System

Defense Minister Vasilis Palmas has confirmed Cyprus’ interest in acquiring the Greek‑made “Centaur” anti‑drone system, saying he is in coordination with his Greek counterpart, Nikos Dendias. Palmas said the government is initially examining the purchase of four systems, either through the European Union’s SAFE regulation or via direct procurement, depending on production timelines. He also […]

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Kıbrıs 04.04.2026 08:32

Labor Ministry Announces Employment Support Plan for Hotel Sector

The Labor Ministry has announced a special employment‑support plan for the hotel sector. The plan will cover all hotels and hotel accommodations that operated between April 1 and April 30 of this year. That includes units that remained open through the winter season as well as additional properties that will reopen no later than April […]

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Kıbrıs 04.04.2026 06:30

Cyprus weather: Saturday 4th April

A weak low-pressure system is affecting the region Saturday, bringing dust and unsettled weather. Dust levels will be high early in the day but are expected to drop by evening. Skies will start partly cloudy before turning mostly cloudy, with scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms expected. Snow or sleet may fall on the highest peaks […]

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Kıbrıs 04.04.2026 00:45

Cyprus Hotels See Improved Booking Trends for May

Hotel bookings in Cyprus are showing signs of improvement, with May shaping up more positively, the head of the island’s hoteliers’ association has said. Thanos Michaelides, president of the Cyprus Hotel Association, told CyBC radio that cancellations are slowing and new reservations are increasing. He said bookings in March and April were down 42% compared […]

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Kıbrıs 03.04.2026 22:00

Cyprus–Egypt Agreement Advances Legal Framework for Gas Development, Official Says

A new agreement signed Monday between Cyprus and Egypt forms part of the process to finalize the legal and commercial framework needed to develop natural gas fields in Cyprus’ exclusive economic zone, the government’s spokesman for the presidency said. Victor Papadopoulos told state radio that Nicosia has no disagreements with the companies operating the “Cronos” […]

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Kıbrıs 03.04.2026 19:45

Gesy: new category for chronic patients with multiple sclerosis

Cyprus has introduced a new category for chronic patients with multiple sclerosis, allowing them to visit neurologists without a referral, the Health Insurance Organization has said. The category, which took effect March 27, covers beneficiaries diagnosed with multiple sclerosis or neuromyelitis optica based on confirmation from a specialist neurologist. The agency said the change aims […]

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Kıbrıs 03.04.2026 18:00

Driver Distraction From Mobile Phones Is Top Cause of Crashes, Transport Minister Says

Driver distraction caused by mobile‑phone use is now the leading factor behind road accidents in Cyprus, Transport Minister Alexis Vafeades has said. He said the rising number of deadly collisions involving motorbike riders shows that “we are not taking vulnerable road users into account” on the island’s road network. Cyprus continues to struggle with some […]

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Kıbrıs 03.04.2026 18:00

AKEL Warns of Severe Housing Pressure as Rents Rise Among Fastest in EU

Cyprus faces some of the highest housing pressures in the European Union, with rents rising 30% to 40% in five years, AKEL Secretary‑General Stefanos Stefanou said at an event on housing policy hosted by the European Parliament Office in Nicosia. Citing European Commission data, Stefanou said Cyprus will need about 43,000 housing units over the […]

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Kıbrıs 03.04.2026 16:30

Cyprus Reportedly in Talks With France to Buy More Than 150 Armoured Vehicles

The Republic of Cyprus is in advanced discussions with French defence manufacturers to purchase more than 150 armoured military vehicles, according to reports in the French and Cypriot press. The daily Alithia, citing La Tribune, said the government is negotiating with French companies KNDS and Arquus for the acquisition of “Griffon” and “Serval” armoured vehicles. […]

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Kıbrıs 03.04.2026 15:00

Paphos Tourism Sector Nears Full Capacity as Season Opens

Paphos is moving toward full operational capacity for the new tourism season, with nearly all hotels and major tourism facilities now functioning, the Paphos Regional Board of Tourism (Etap) has said. Most hotels in the district have begun reopening, marking the formal start of the season. Etap noted that Paphos continues to rank among Cyprus’ […]

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Kıbrıs 03.04.2026 13:15

Dozens of Dead Fish Found in Athalassa Lake; Authorities Investigating Cause

Dozens of dead fish were discovered Monday in Athalassa Lake, prompting an emergency response from multiple government agencies, officials said. Reports suggest that a sudden rise in water levels stirred up sediment from the lakebed, likely depriving fish of oxygen. The incident does not appear to be linked to disease or pollution. About 80 fish […]

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Kıbrıs 03.04.2026 11:45

Workshops in Skarinou aim to boost cross‑border disaster readiness

Cross‑border civil protection workshops will be held today in the village of Skarinou, near Larnaca, as part of an effort to strengthen community resilience and expand public involvement in disaster preparedness. The sessions, hosted at the Environmental Information Centre of Rural Larnaca, are being carried out under the ACT4ALL project and will bring together 25 […]

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Kıbrıs 03.04.2026 10:45

Cyprus Records 600–700 New Prostate Cancer Cases Annually, Oncologists Say

Cyprus registers between 600 and 700 new cases of prostate cancer each year, the head of the Cyprus Oncology Society said Monday, noting that it remains the most common cancer among men worldwide. Anastasia Konstantinidou said global cases are projected to rise sharply, reaching an estimated 2.9 million annually by 2040. What is prostate cancer? […]

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Kıbrıs 03.04.2026 08:00

Cyprus Theatre Organisation to stage Translations, exploring themes of colonialism and military presence

Brian Friel’s Translations will be staged in Cyprus, with a new production at the Cyprus Theatre Organisation’s Main Stage in Nicosia that places the 1980 play in conversation with the island’s own history of partition and continued foreign military presence. Directed and co‑translated by Irish‑Cypriot theatre‑maker Patrick Myles, the production sets Friel’s drama — originally […]

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Kıbrıs 03.04.2026 00:45

Fuel Prices Surge, Raising Fears Subsidies Will Be Wiped Out

A sharp rise in fuel prices in March has raised concerns among consumers that government subsidies will be absorbed by new increases before they reach households. Since March 1, the average price of gasoline has climbed 20.9 cents per liter, diesel has risen 35.4 cents and heating oil is up 28.5 cents. The price of […]

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Kıbrıs 02.04.2026 22:00

DBRS Says Greece and Cyprus Face Higher Geopolitical Risks Due to Reliance on Tourism, Shipping

Greece and Cyprus are more exposed than most EU economies to geopolitical shocks from the Middle East because of their heavy dependence on tourism and shipping, ratings agency Morningstar DBRS said in a new report. The agency said disruptions to shipping routes and air travel are pushing up costs and weighing on freight rates and […]

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Kıbrıs 02.04.2026 19:45

Consumers’ Group Says Heating‑Oil Users Unfairly Excluded From Tax Cut

The Cyprus Consumers Association has said that heating‑oil users are being treated unfairly after the government announced a temporary reduction in the excise tax on motor fuels but did not include heating oil. The group called on the Finance Ministry to immediately extend the reduced rate to heating oil, saying “there is no justification” for […]

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Kıbrıs 02.04.2026 18:00

Cyprus Reports Hundreds of Air and Sea Violations by Turkey in Letter to UN

Cyprus has reported more than 300 airspace violations and dozens of naval incursions by Turkish forces in the first two months of the year, according to a letter sent to the UN Secretary‑General and circulated as Security Council document S/2026/240. The letter, submitted by Cyprus’ permanent representative, lists 305 air violations and 33 naval violations […]

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Kıbrıs 02.04.2026 16:30

Cyprus Launches Nationwide Checks on Children’s Toys Ahead of Easter

The Consumer Protection Service has launched a nationwide inspection campaign targeting children’s toys ahead of the Easter holidays, aiming to remove unsafe products from the market. The campaign will run until Easter and will cover more than 115 shops across Cyprus. Inspectors will check toys for safety risks and non‑compliance with EU standards, with unsafe […]

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Kıbrıs 02.04.2026 15:00

Cyprus Urges Farmers to Avoid Bee‑Toxic Sprays During Flowering Season

The Agriculture Department has urged farmers to avoid using bee‑toxic plant‑protection products during the flowering period, warning that such spraying is prohibited under national law. The advisory comes as fruit trees enter full bloom and beekeepers move hives closer to orchards and other crops. The department said pesticide labels clearly state any restrictions designed to […]

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Kıbrıs 02.04.2026 13:14

Cyprus Industrial Production Rises 3.7% in January, Driven by Electricity and Water Supply

Industrial production in Cyprus rose 3.7 percent in January compared with the same month last year, according to figures released by the Statistical Service. The Industrial Production Index reached 109.5 points (2021=100), with the strongest gains recorded in electricity supply, which jumped 18.6 percent, and in water supply and materials recovery, up 6 percent. Manufacturing […]

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Kıbrıs 02.04.2026 11:45

Cyprus Approves Support Scheme for Pig Farmers Hit by Foot‑and‑Mouth Restrictions

The Cabinet has approved a financial support scheme for Cyprus’ pig‑farming sector to offset losses caused by restrictions imposed during recent foot‑and‑mouth disease control measures. Authorities said the outbreak response disrupted the movement and sale of livestock products, with pig farmers among the hardest‑hit. The new scheme aims to stabilise the sector by boosting liquidity […]

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Kıbrıs 02.04.2026 11:31

UN Cyprus: Press Release

UNFICYP PRESS STATEMENT The United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus (UNFICYP) condemns the incident which took place in the civil-use area of the UN buffer zone on Markou Drakou street in Nicosia, during which a group of individuals threw rocks and fireworks towards the north allegedly at civilians present in a park and nearby cafes. […]

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