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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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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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