Famagusta Gazette

Kıbrıs 02.04.2026 10:15

Cyprus Approves New Fishing Regulations to Strengthen Marine Protection

Cyprus has approved a new set of fishing regulations aimed at strengthening the protection of marine species and sensitive coastal areas, the Department of Fisheries and Marine Research has said. The updated rules, endorsed by the House of Representatives and published in the government gazette on March 20, take immediate effect. They introduce stricter prohibitions […]

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Kıbrıs 02.04.2026 09:35

SBA issue fireworks warning

The Sovereign Base Areas Police has revealed joint operations alongside the Cyprus Police, United Nations and His Majesty’s Customs and Immigration have taken place over the past month to deter the illegal use and importation of Easter bangers. With Greek Orthodox Easter now less than two weeks away, police officials confirmed seven operations have taken […]

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Kıbrıs 02.04.2026 08:00

Cyprus parliament to vote today on bill establishing National Cancer Institute

A bill creating Cyprus’ new National Cancer Institute goes to the House plenum today, with the proposed body tasked with strengthening prevention, early diagnosis, treatment support, palliative care and rehabilitation across the country’s oncology sector. The House health committee concluded its discussions last month, with several MPs welcoming the initiative while others raised concerns about […]

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Kıbrıs 02.04.2026 07:00

Cyprus Weather – 2nd April

Winds will be mainly southwest to northwest. Seas will be generally rough, easing to slightly rough to rough by late afternoon. Temperatures will reach around 19 C inland, in the west, southwest and north coasts, 20 C on the southeast and east coasts, and 8 C in the highest mountains. From Wednesday night, some areas […]

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Kıbrıs 02.04.2026 00:45

Bill on Financial Ombudsman Faces Dispute Over Binding Decisions

Lawmakers have examined a series of technical and substantive amendments to a bill reforming the Financial Ombudsman’s procedures, with debate centering on whether the Ombudsman’s decisions should be binding on financial institutions. Finance Ministry officials said most changes are technical, but several deadlines are being extended. The period for filing a complaint after receiving a […]

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Kıbrıs 01.04.2026 22:00

AKEL Limassol Opposes British Plans for New Antenna Cluster at Akrotiri

AKEL’s Limassol district organization has condemned plans by the British Bases to install 32 antennas at Akrotiri and to expropriate 340 “skales” of land, saying the area is already heavily burdened. The party said 18 antennas installed in 2018 were described as temporary and were expected to be removed in 2025, “something that did not […]

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Kıbrıs 01.04.2026 19:46

Avakas Gorge Trail Remains Closed Due to Safety Risks, Forestry Department Says

The Avakas Gorge trail in the Akamas National Forest Park will remain closed until further notice because of hazardous conditions, the Forestry Department has said. The department cited recent weather, increased water flow, slippery ground and the risk of falling rocks and soil as reasons for keeping the popular trail shut. The reminder follows an […]

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Kıbrıs 01.04.2026 18:00

Gender Equality Commissioner Meets Ukrainian Delegation in Nicosia

Gender Equality Commissioner Josie Christodoulou has met with a delegation of senior Ukrainian technocrats visiting Cyprus as part of a UN Women‑supported working mission, her office said. The visit focused on exchanging expertise and reviewing Cyprus’ policies on promoting gender equality at national and EU level. According to the announcement, the delegation was briefed on […]

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Kıbrıs 01.04.2026 16:30

Cyprus Reports Sharp Drop in Irregular Arrivals as Deputy Minister Presents 2025 Migration Review

Cyprus recorded steep declines in irregular migrant arrivals and asylum applications in 2025, according to the annual report presented Monday by Deputy Minister for Migration and International Protection Nikolas Ioannidis. Ioannidis said the government’s strategy aims to build “a fair, effective and modern migration‑management system” designed to protect social cohesion and support economic growth. “The […]

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Kıbrıs 01.04.2026 15:21

Health Minister Urges Public to Support Blood Donation Drive

Health Minister Neofytos Charalambides has called on the public to support a new nationwide blood‑donation initiative, saying the effort highlights the importance of solidarity and community responsibility. Speaking at the launch of the “Blood Championship,” an initiative organised by the Cyprus Red Cross with the participation of the Cyprus Football Association, Charalambides praised the campaign […]

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Kıbrıs 01.04.2026 13:15

Museum of the EOKA Struggle to Open to Public on April 1

The Museum of the EOKA Struggle will open to the public on Wednesday, April 1, to mark the anniversary of the launch of the 1955–59 anti‑colonial uprising, the Deputy Ministry of Culture has said. The museum will operate from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and will showcase original material from the period, including leaflets, letters, […]

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Kıbrıs 01.04.2026 11:45

Two Arrested in Limassol After Knife Assault Leaves 68‑Year‑Old Injured

Police in Limassol have arrested a 22‑year‑old woman and a 56‑year‑old man in connection with a knife assault that left a 68‑year‑old man injured. The incident occurred around 5:30 p.m. on March 27, when officers received a report of an injured man. Police said the victim had been sitting in his parked car when he […]

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Kıbrıs 01.04.2026 10:15

Cyprus Court Sentences 19‑Year‑Old to Two Years for Larnaca Kiosk Robbery

A 19‑year‑old man has been sentenced to two years in prison for his role in a robbery at a kiosk in Larnaca last year. The robbery occurred on March 29, 2025, when three masked individuals entered the kiosk at about 3:30 a.m., threatened the 25‑year‑old employee and stole cash from the register. During the investigation, […]

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Kıbrıs 01.04.2026 08:00

Daily Jordan–Cyprus flights to operate during Passover as Tel Aviv capacity remains limited

Daily flights between Jordan and Cyprus will operate during the Passover period as Israeli travel company ISSTA seeks to ease pressure on outbound travel caused by restricted air capacity at Tel Aviv’s main airport. The temporary route will run until April 8, linking Aqaba airport with Paphos in what the company described as an “air […]

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Kıbrıs 01.04.2026 06:15

Cyprus Weather – 1st April

Generally fine with some patchy cloud. Temperatures will reach around 21 degrees Celsius inland and in the southeast, 20 along most coasts and 10 in the higher mountains. Tonight, periods of increased cloud are expected. Winds will shift to light northwesterly to northeasterly, and seas will remain calm to slightly rough. Overnight temperatures will drop […]

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Kıbrıs 01.04.2026 05:28

Cyprus Civil Defense Issues Safety Guidelines Ahead of Severe Weather

Cyprus Civil Defense issued a series of public safety recommendations as isolated strong thunderstorms, heavy rain, high winds and possible tornadoes are expected to affect the island, beginning in the west and moving across the country. The agency urged the public to take preventive measures to reduce risks from flooding, including ensuring drains and gutters […]

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Kıbrıs 01.04.2026 01:40

EU Must Strengthen Energy Security, Cyprus Minister Says

The European Union must reinforce its energy‑supply security amid rising prices driven by ongoing conflicts, Cyprus Energy Minister Michalis Damianou said Tuesday at an emergency meeting of EU energy ministers in Nicosia. Damianou said the session focused on recent increases in energy costs, noting that supply remains secure for now. Even so, he said European […]

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Kıbrıs 31.03.2026 22:00

Cyprus Opens First Section of New Migrant Detention Centre at Limnes

The first section of Cyprus’ new pre‑departure migrant detention centre at Limnes began operating Monday, following the full transfer of detainees from the existing facility in Menogeia, the Justice Ministry said. The ministry described the move as a significant upgrade of state infrastructure, saying the new centre is intended to improve operational management of migration […]

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Kıbrıs 31.03.2026 20:35

Cyprus Private Health Providers to Hold Emergency Meeting Over Nurse Shortages

Private health‑care providers in Cyprus will hold a critical meeting Tuesday afternoon to address the ongoing shortage of nurses, industry representatives said. Michael Antoniou, director general of the Employers and Industrialists Federation, told CyBC radio that participants will examine whether some services offered by private hospitals may need to be suspended. “Either certain services […]

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Kıbrıs 31.03.2026 19:45

Roadworks to Cause Night‑Time Closures in Limassol and Larnaca, Public Works Department Says

The Public Works Department has announced a series of road closures and traffic diversions in Limassol and Larnaca this week as crews carry out asphalt works, lane marking and routine maintenance. In Limassol, resurfacing will take place on Nikou and Despinas Pattichi Avenue on Tuesday, March 31, and again on Thursday, April 2, between 9 […]

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Kıbrıs 31.03.2026 18:00

Cyprus Police Arrest Four During Overnight Crime‑Prevention Sweep

Police carried out coordinated overnight patrols across Cyprus, arresting four people for various offenses as part of ongoing crime‑prevention operations, authorities said Tuesday. The nationwide effort focused on urban areas considered high‑risk for serious criminal activity. Police said the aim was to deter offenses, maintain public order and increase the sense of security among residents. […]

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Kıbrıs 31.03.2026 16:30

Cyprus Court Sentences 24‑Year‑Old to 10 Years for Importing 16 Kilos of Cannabis

A 24‑year‑old man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for importing and possessing 16 kilograms of cannabis with intent to supply, the Paphos Permanent Criminal Court has confirmed. The case dates to June 10, 2025, when customs officers at Paphos Airport, working with the Drug Law Enforcement Unit (YKAN), stopped the man after […]

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Kıbrıs 31.03.2026 15:00

Cyprus, Egypt Sign Agreement to Advance Gas Development in Cypriot Waters

Cyprus and Egypt have signed a framework agreement in Cairo to advance the development of natural‑gas fields in the Republic of Cyprus’ Exclusive Economic Zone, including the “Cronos” and “Aphrodite” discoveries. The deal was signed by the two countries’ energy ministers in the presence of Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides and Egyptian President Abdel‑Fattah el‑Sisi. Under […]

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Kıbrıs 31.03.2026 13:15

Cyprus Police Arrest 20‑Year‑Old After Two Car Chases in Paphos

Police in Paphos have arrested a 20‑year‑old man following two separate car chases linked to a traffic‑offense investigation, authorities said Tuesday. The incident began on Monday afternoon when officers pursued a vehicle carrying two people and fired warning shots during the chase. The car eventually stopped at a roundabout, where an 18‑year‑old passenger was arrested. […]

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