Famagusta Gazette

Kıbrıs 24.06.2026 05:17

Four Kilos of Liquid Cocaine Seized at Larnaca Airport

Police in Cyprus seized four kilos of liquid cocaine at Larnaca Airport after finding the drugs in the luggage of a 65‑year‑old man who was later arrested. Investigators said the cocaine was hidden in ten nylon packets placed inside plastic cosmetic containers. The suspect had arrived in Cyprus from an undisclosed foreign country. The man […]

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Kıbrıs 23.06.2026 08:59

Cyprus opened the filing period for 2025 tax returns

Cyprus opened the filing period for 2025 tax returns on 19 June through the TaxisNet system. Tax Commissioner Marios Michael said that, under a Cabinet decree, salaried employees, pensioners and self‑employed individuals must file a return if their total gross income for 2025 exceeds €19,500. He said there are no major changes compared with last […]

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Kıbrıs 23.06.2026 07:58

President briefes members of the National Council on the latest developments in Cyprus issue

Cyprus’ president briefed members of the National Council on the latest developments in the Cyprus issue and on contacts currently under way under UN auspices. Government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said after the meeting that all political parties acknowledged the renewed momentum created by the UN secretary‑general’s latest initiative. He said the Republic of Cyprus is […]

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Kıbrıs 23.06.2026 05:56

Pensions debate in Cyprus continues

Cyprus’ labour minister has decided to continue consultations with social partners on the planned pension reform. After a meeting of the Labour Advisory Body, Marinos Moushiouttas said the ministry had not circulated the final draft of the legislation, respecting a request from partners for more time before any decisions are taken. He added that the […]

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Kıbrıs 23.06.2026 04:02

Cyprus Weather – Tuesday 23rd June

Tuesday will start mostly clear, but clouds developing after midday may bring an isolated shower, mainly in the mountains. Winds will be southwesterly to northwesterly, light to moderate at first, 3–4 Beaufort, strengthening later to moderate or strong, 4–5 Beaufort. Seas will be slight. Temperatures will reach about 37°C inland, 33°C on the southern, eastern […]

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Kıbrıs 22.06.2026 16:05

Three years in prison for intent to supply cannabis

A 28‑year‑old Greek Cypriot man was sentenced to nearly three years in prison on June 17 after being arrested last December with 23 kilograms of cannabis. He was detained in his car in Trachoni during a joint afternoon operation by the Sovereign Base Areas Police and the Cyprus Police Drugs Unit. He was later found […]

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Kıbrıs 22.06.2026 07:50

Cyprus migration flows fell by 86% between 2022 and 2025

The Aliens and Immigration Service aims to tackle undeclared work holistically and, by extension, reduce migration flows, deputy operations chief Petros Zeniou said. Speaking on CyBC, he said migration flows fell by 86% between 2022 and 2025, with a further 46% drop so far in 2026 compared with the same period last year. During an […]

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Kıbrıs 22.06.2026 06:56

University of Cyprus has been ranked 525th worldwide

The University of Cyprus has been ranked 525th worldwide in the QS World University Rankings 2027. In a statement, the university said it also placed first among all evaluated institutions in Cyprus, leading nationally in Academic Reputation, Citations per Faculty, Employer Reputation, Graduate Employability, International Research Network and Sustainability. The QS rankings assess universities globally […]

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Kıbrıs 22.06.2026 06:55

New case of online fraud

Police in Nicosia are investigating a new case of online fraud after a man reported receiving a call from an unknown individual who claimed to be an employee of an online financial transactions and payments platform. Under false pretenses about the security of the victim’s account, the caller convinced him to install a specific app […]

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Kıbrıs 22.06.2026 06:49

Generally high satisfaction with the services provided by Gesy personal doctors

A survey by the Federation of Patients’ Associations shows generally high satisfaction with the services provided by Gesy personal doctors, highlighting their key role in primary care, the head of the federation’s Scientific Advisory Committee said. Speaking on RIK Radio, Konstantinos Tsioutis said the findings also point to areas needing improvement, chiefly communication between beneficiaries […]

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Kıbrıs 22.06.2026 06:34

Cyprus Weather – Monday 22nd June

Monday will be mostly clear, but afternoon cloud will again bring isolated showers and storms, mainly in the mountains and inland. Temperatures will gradually rise above seasonal averages. Seas will remain calm to slightly rough. Temperatures will fall to 19°C inland, 21°C on the coasts and 15°C in the mountains.

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Kıbrıs 21.06.2026 06:45

Gesy platform through mobile devices to expand

The Health Insurance Organization says one of its priorities is improving and simplifying beneficiary access to the Gesy platform through mobile devices. Monica Kyriakou, director of services at the HIO, said the upgrade is expected to ease the workload of personal doctors, who are often contacted by patients for routine administrative matters such as referrals. […]

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Kıbrıs 21.06.2026 06:42

Shredded plastic washes up on beaches in Paphos

Large amounts of shredded plastic of unknown origin have washed up on beaches in Paphos, causing significant nuisance to swimmers and raising concerns about environmental impact. Acting Paphos mayor Angelos Onisiforou has called an expanded emergency meeting for Tuesday to investigate the cause and decide on measures. Similar incidents have been reported on beaches in […]

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Kıbrıs 21.06.2026 06:40

Grievous bodily harm arrest after knife attack

Police arrested a 40‑year‑old man in Limassol in connection with a case of causing grievous bodily harm and possession of a knife, authorities said. Officers were alerted after a 45‑year‑old man was taken to Limassol General Hospital with serious injuries. According to initial findings, the victim received a phone call during the night from the […]

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Kıbrıs 21.06.2026 06:38

Police seize 7 kilos of drugs — including synthetic cannabis

Police seized more than 7 kilos of drugs — including a large quantity of powdered synthetic cannabis known as “Kif” — during an operation in the free Famagusta district, arresting two men, authorities said. In a statement, police said it is the first time such a large amount of Kif has been found in Cyprus, […]

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Kıbrıs 21.06.2026 06:34

Cyprus Weather – Sunday 21 June

Today will be mostly clear, though cloud build‑up in the afternoon may bring isolated showers and a chance of a storm, mainly in the mountains. Winds will start light and variable at 3 Beaufort, later shifting to southwesterly to northwesterly at 3 to 4 Beaufort, briefly reaching 5 Beaufort on windward coasts. Seas will be […]

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Kıbrıs 17.06.2026 17:00

Cyprus president vows full probe into anti‑corruption report within constitutional limits

President Nikos Christodoulides has said the government will take whatever actions are required under the Constitution to ensure a full investigation into the findings of the Independent Authority Against Corruption. Speaking to reporters at an event in Analiontas, Christodoulides said the government is awaiting the formal submission of the report to the Legal Service, which […]

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Kıbrıs 17.06.2026 15:30

Cyprus showcases its protected‑origin products in Austria

Cyprus showcased its protected‑origin and traditional food products at the “REGAL Branchentreff 2026” trade event in Vienna, the Energy, Commerce and Industry Ministry said Wednesday. The ministry, together with the Cyprus Trade Center in Vienna, promoted halloumi, commandaria and zivania, as well as local wine varieties such as Xynisteri, Maratheftiko and Mavro. A halloumi tasting […]

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Kıbrıs 17.06.2026 14:00

Cyprus ranked first in EU for bathing‑water quality

Cyprus has been ranked first in the European Union for bathing‑water quality for the fourth consecutive year, according to results released by the European Commission. The Commission’s 2025 report found that all 123 monitored coastal sites in the Republic met the EU’s strictest standards, with 100% classified as “excellent.” Greece followed with 97.1% and Bulgaria […]

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Kıbrıs 17.06.2026 12:15

Hourly labour costs in Cyprus rose 3.7% in the first quarter

Hourly labour costs in Cyprus rose 3.7% in the first quarter of 2026 compared with the same period a year earlier, according to preliminary figures released by the Statistical Service . Wages and salaries per hour increased 3.8% year‑on‑year, while non‑wage costs — mainly employer social‑insurance contributions and taxes minus subsidies — rose 3.3%. Seasonally […]

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Kıbrıs 17.06.2026 10:47

Cyprus: Scammers stole €47,406 in another online‑fraud case

Scammers stole €47,406 in another online‑fraud case under police investigation. Police said a Paphos resident received an anonymous call claiming his bank account was at risk. The caller then directed him to a separate website to “unblock” the account, leading to the electronic theft of the money. Authorities urged the public to be cautious when […]

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Kıbrıs 11.06.2026 05:05

Cyprus approves 2026 support schemes for mountain and remote‑area residents

The Cabinet has approved the launch of the 2026 support schemes for residents of mountain communities and for non‑retired workers living in remote areas, Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou said. Ioannou said the decision reaffirms the government’s commitment to policies that promote development and support local communities.

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Kıbrıs 11.06.2026 05:03

Cyprus health services urge tighter checks on food delivered by platform riders

Cyprus’ Health Services are calling for stricter hygiene checks on food transported by delivery‑platform couriers, citing a rise in complaints over dirty or poorly maintained transport boxes. In a letter to the Employers and Industrialists Federation and the Chamber of Commerce, officials said the rapid growth of platforms such as Foody and Wolt over the […]

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Kıbrıs 11.06.2026 05:02

Cyprus unemployment drops to 4.4% in 2025, well below EU average

Cyprus recorded a 4.4% unemployment rate in 2025, down from 4.9% the previous year and well below the European Union average, according to figures released Thursday by Eurostat. Eurostat said the EU jobless rate for people aged 15–74 stood at 6% in 2025, a slight increase from 5.9% in 2024. Spain, Finland and Greece posted […]

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