Cyprus Mail

Afghan asylum-seeker who worked with US military dies in ICE custody

An Afghan immigrant who previously worked with the U.S. military in Afghanistan and later sought asylum in the United States died this weekend in Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody less than 24 hours after being detained in Texas, a U.S. veteran-led advocacy group said on Sunday. Mohommad Nazeer Paktyawal, who was living in a Dallas […]

Starmer rules out joining wider Iran war, says reopening Hormuz strait will not be easy

Prime Minister Keir Starmersaid on Monday Britain would not be drawn into a wider war in Iran but would work with allies on a “viable collective plan” to reopen the key Strait of Hormuz, though he acknowledged that would not be a simple task. U.S. President Donald Trump has heavily criticised Starmer for not initially […]

Supreme court lifts Sizopoulos’ immunity pending corruption probe

The Supreme Court on Monday lifted the parliamentary immunity of former Edek leader and sitting MP Marinos Sizopoulos, pending investigations against corruption. Defence lawyer Chris Triantafyllides said his client did not object to the lifting of his immunity. During the previous hearing, Sizopoulos’ defence had made clear that they would not oppose the procedure, requested […]

Man jailed for 13 years for sexual offences including rape

The Famagusta permanent criminal court on Monday sentenced a 51-year-old man to 13 years in prison for a series of sexual offences against a 26-year-old foreign woman. The court had previously found the man guilty of 15 of 16 charges, including eight counts of rape, sexual abuse, indecent assault, threats and harassment, committed between July […]

Two FMD cases found outside containment zone

Two cases of foot and mouth disease have been reported outside the Larnaca containment zone, this time in Dhali and Yeri in the Nicosia district. The Veterinary Services were said to be on alert, following the unconfirmed reports on Monday. Dhali and Yeri are surrounded by hoofed animal farms. It was not immediately clear if […]

Government ‘needs to limit costs of oil’, says expert Ellinas

Since the beginning of the war in Iran, around 10 million barrels of oil have been missing per day, leading to irreplaceable ripple effects and causing gasoline prices in Cyprus to skyrocket, Energy expert Charalambos Ellinas told the Cyprus News Agency on Monday. “We’re not just talking about oil, we’re talking about almost everything that […]

Kicking off the week’s concerts with CYSO’s Starlight 4

This week, classical music will shine in Limassol and Nicosia as the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra presents its Starlight 4 concert series, joined by two great artists of international standing. Sharon Kam, one of the world’s leading clarinetists and Michalis Economou, a world-esteemed conductor, composer and educator will perform alongside the Orchestra this Wednesday and Thursday, […]

Court finds Nepalese woman in the right after being declared illegal

The appeals court has cancelled a decision to declare a woman from Nepal an illegal immigrant and deport her. The ruling, taken on March 10 but published on Monday, effectively annuls a decision by the court of first instance, saying the authorities may have misled the court as to when the woman was considered to […]

Cash, drugs and undeclared goods seized at crossing points Authorities seized large sums of cash, tobacco products, drugs and animal goods during a series of checks at crossing points in Nicosia and Famagusta districts, the customs department said on Monday. According to an official announcement, customs officers at the Ayios Dhometios crossing on March 12 […]

MHV & Parklane Resort & Spa welcome the first Cyprus EMEA Healthspan Summit

MHV is named Official Partner and Parklane Resort & Spa becomes the Hospitality Sponsor of the inaugural Cyprus EMEA Healthspan Summit.  MHV Mediterranean Hospitality Venture proudly announces its key role as Official Partner in the inaugural Cyprus EMEA HealthSpan Summit, which will be hosted inside the stunning Parklane, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Limassol. The multi-awarded resort will be […]

National Bank of Greece completes sale of non-performing loan portfolio

The National Bank of Greece announced on Monday the successful completion of the ‘Etalia A’ transaction, involving the sale of a non-performing exposure portfolio to an entity managed by Bain Capital. The deal follows a previous market update released on September 30, 2025, regarding the disposal of the portfolio which has an outstanding principal amount […]

Cyprus urged to protect safe haven image — ‘hotels should open as normal’

Cyprus must prioritise safeguarding its image as a stable and safe destination for tourism and investment while ensuring that any measures introduced to address rising prices remain strictly temporary, according to economist Tassos Yiasemides. Speaking to the Cyprus News Agency (CNA), Yiasemides explained that as an externally driven economy, Cyprus is highly susceptible to major […]

Cyprus employers hit out at delay over hiring foreign nurses

The Cyprus Employers and Industrialists Federation (Oev) on Monday expressed “deep disappointment and strong concern” over the postponement by the House health committee of the examination of two legislative amendments aimed at facilitating the employment of nurses from third countries. The federation said the proposed amendments had been submitted by the Health Ministry, with the […]

Limassol marathon hailed for contribution to Cyprus sports tourism

The XM Limassol Marathon is one of the country’s most important sports tourism events, according to Deputy Tourism Minister Kostas Koumis. He noted that the Deputy Ministry of Tourism, through the Love Cyprus message, supports an institution that unites people from every corner of the planet and offers an opportunity “to show the world that […]

Moneygate and the new era of seamless financial infrastructure

By Demetris Hoplaros, Moneygate In today’s global economy, the speed at which capital moves often determines the speed at which businesses grow. For decades, cross-border payments and treasury management were treated as a series of disconnected financial events: payments processed through different banks, currencies managed in separate accounts, compliance checks carried out at multiple stages […]

CySEC launches drive to boost financial skills for young people

The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) on Monday announced its participation in Global Money Week 2026, launching a series of educational initiatives aimed at strengthening young people’s financial literacy and encouraging responsible financial decision-making. The campaign is being held from March 16 to March 22, 2026 and marks the 14th consecutive year of the […]

Ayia Napa mayor calls for calm to protect tourism sector

Ayia Napa can protect the stability and strength of its tourism sector despite the fallout from recent developments in the Middle East, provided there is planning, coordination and calm, mayor Christos Zannetou said. Speaking to Cyprus News Agency (CNA), Zannetou said a meeting was held at Ayia Napa town hall on March 13 with representatives […]

Parents call for transfer of Greek Cypriot Kaimakli students

The transfer of Greek Cypriot students to other schools is the real issue, according to the parent and guardian associations of the third public primary and nursery schools of Kaimakli. In a statement, the associations of the two schools expressed disappointment over remarks made by chairman of the House education committee Diko MP Pavlos Mylonas, […]

Exness Internships are back for 2026

Applications now open for one of Cyprus’ most anticipated early-career programs. Exness, a global fintech company headquartered in Limassol, has officially opened applications for its 2026 Internship Program in Cyprus, seeking a new cohort of young professionals eager to gain real-world corporate experience. Now firmly established as a key early-career initiative within the local business […]

Consumers association calls for fuel subsidy to return

The Cyprus consumers association urged the government on Monday to reinstate fuel subsidies, warning that prices have risen sharply since the beginning of March and may continue to climb. Between March 1 and now, the price of 95-octane petrol increased by 10.7 cents per litre, diesel by 16.7 cents and heating oil by 13.6 cents. […]

Discover the Byzantine World – Virtual Open Day

Thinking of pursuing graduate studies in Byzantine history and culture? Join us for a Virtual Open Day to learn more about the MA in Byzantine Studies and the Latin East at the University of Cyprus. This interdisciplinary MA programme, taught in English, explores the Byzantine world and its interactions with the medieval Mediterranean through history, […]

Cyprus property market holds steady as war clouds regional outlook

Cyprus’ property market is holding firm despite escalating tensions in the Middle East, bolstered by its long-standing reputation as a stable “safe haven” for overseas investors and families seeking a European base. While regional conflict often rattles global markets, the island’s real estate sector is currently benefiting from a “Plan B” effect, as buyers from […]

Discover the MA in Peace, Conflict and Democracy – Information event in Limassol

The University of Cyprus invites prospective students and anyone interested in global affairs, peacebuilding, and democratic transformation to attend a special information event in Limassol about its MA in Peace, Conflict and Democracy. The event will take place on Friday, 20 March 2026, from 18:00 to 19:00 at Sto Dromo Cafe (Presentations Room). The session […]

Best Workplaces™ ranks XM most attractive Cyprus employer fifth year in a row

XM has received yet another significant distinction for its workplace environment, having ranked first for the fifth consecutive year on the Best Workplaces™ Cyprus 2026 list in the large companies category. The international XM Group of companies, headquartered in Cyprus, continues to demonstrate the strong importance it places on consistently enhancing the positive experience of […]