Famagusta Gazette

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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Kıbrıs 16.03.2026 10:45

Cyprus Government Outlines Plan to Address Foot‑and‑Mouth Outbreak

Cyprus has a clear plan in place to implement the measures agreed on Sunday to address the foot‑and‑mouth outbreak, President Nikos Christodoulides has said. Speaking in Pachna, the president said he fully understands the concerns expressed by livestock farmers, but added that the current crisis could also serve as an opportunity to strengthen the sector […]

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Kıbrıs 16.03.2026 09:45

Cyprus to Allocate €890,000 in Fire Relief Funds to Mountain Communities

Cyprus will distribute €890,000 to communities in the Limassol mountain region, money originally donated by private businesses after last July’s wildfires, President Nikos Christodoulides has said. Speaking in Pachna during a meeting with local authorities from the area, Christodoulides said the funds would be used for projects chosen by the communities themselves. He added that […]

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Kıbrıs 16.03.2026 09:15

Christodoulides to Meet Guterres in Brussels on March 18

President Nikos Christodoulides will meet UN Secretary‑General António Guterres on March 18 in Brussels, government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said. The meeting will take place on the sidelines of the European Council summit. Letymbiotis stressed that the encounter reflects Christodoulides’ clear and consistent political will to restart negotiations on the Cyprus issue. He added that the […]

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Kıbrıs 14.03.2026 15:00

UN experts praise Cyprus geographic‑names website as model of best practice

A United Nations expert group has commended the website of Cyprus’s Permanent Committee for the Standardization of Geographical Names, describing it as a best‑practice example for other countries. The UN Group of Experts on Geographical Names (UNGEGN) expressed satisfaction with both the content and operation of the site, which has been running for roughly 12 […]

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Kıbrıs 14.03.2026 11:00

Cyprus energy minister backs balanced EU energy mix at Paris nuclear summit

Cyprus Energy Minister Michalis Damianou took part this week in the second Nuclear Energy Summit in Paris, representing President Nikos Christodoulides, and urged EU cooperation on building an energy system that is secure, affordable and aligned with the bloc’s climate goals. In his intervention, Damianou said all EU member states agree on the need for […]

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Kıbrıs 14.03.2026 08:00

Police outline security and traffic measures for Omonia–Olympiakos match at GSP Stadium

Cyprus police announced extensive security and traffic arrangements ahead of Sunday’s football match between Omonia and Olympiakos, set for 8:30 p.m. at GSP Stadium in Nicosia. The match will host supporters of both clubs, with stadium gates opening at 7 p.m. Police urged fans to arrive at least an hour early to avoid delays, warning […]

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Kıbrıs 13.03.2026 23:45

Cyprus health minister praises staff, pledges upgrades during visit to Famagusta General Hospital

Cyprus Health Minister visited Famagusta General Hospital this week, saying the trip offered a direct look at the daily pressures facing medical, nursing and administrative staff. In a statement after the visit, he expressed “sincere appreciation” for the work carried out by hospital personnel, noting their professionalism and commitment to patient care. Staff in the […]

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Kıbrıs 13.03.2026 21:00

Cyprus discusses faster deportations and transfer of foreign convicts in Justice Ministry meeting

Cyprus is examining ways to speed up the deportation of foreign nationals convicted of crimes and to expand the transfer of prisoners to their home countries to serve the remainder of their sentences. The issues were discussed during a meeting chaired by Justice Minister Kostas Fytiris, with participation from the Deputy Minister of Migration and […]

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