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Kıbrıs 08.03.2026 10:28

Majority consensus reached on Iran’s next supreme leader

The clerical body that will choose Iran’s next supreme leader, succeeding the slain Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has more or less reached a majority consensus, Assembly of Experts member Ayatollah Mohammadmehdi Mirbaqeri said on Sunday. The Mehr news agency quoted him as saying “some obstacles” still needed to be resolved regarding the process. On Saturday, a […]

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Kıbrıs 08.03.2026 10:24

Former Greek PM warns Cyprus joining Nato ‘can only lead to new dangers’

Former Greek prime minister Alexis Tsipras has warned that Cyprus joining Nato would “only lead to new dangers”. Speaking at the presentation of his book in the town of Kozani on Saturday night, he said that “obviously, it goes without saying that we should respond to Cyprus’ request for defence support” in the aftermath of […]

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Kıbrıs 08.03.2026 10:00

Euro area sees slight decline in total market production

Total market production increased by 0.2 per cent in the European Union, while it decreased by 0.1 per cent in the euro area during December 2025, compared with the previous month, according to Eurostat. The total market production index (TMPI) is a composite indicator that combines four short-term business statistics indicators covering most of the […]

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Kıbrıs 08.03.2026 09:59

Explosion hits US embassy in Oslo, causing minor damage, thick smoke

The US embassy in Oslo was hit by a loud explosion early on Sunday, causing minor damage but no injuries, Norwegian police said. The blast was heard from the embassy compound in western Oslo at around 1am local time (2am Cyprus time), and smoke was seen rising from the area, eyewitnesses said. “There was a very thick layer of […]

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Kıbrıs 08.03.2026 09:55

UK ‘mulls sending aircraft carrier’ towards Cyprus

The United Kingdom is considering sending an aircraft carrier in Cyprus’ direction, with the conflict in the Middle East continuing into its second full week, according to reports on Sunday. The BBC quoted “defence sources” as having said that the crew of the aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales has been given notice that the […]

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Kıbrıs 08.03.2026 09:36

Trump rejects settling Iran war, raises prospect of killing all its potential leaders

United States President Donald Trump said he is not interested in negotiating with Iran and raised the possibility that the Iran war would only end once Tehran no longer has a functioning military or any remaining leadership in power. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One on Saturday, Trump said the air campaign could make […]

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Kıbrıs 08.03.2026 09:31

39 flights to and from Larnaca cancelled, Paphos runs full schedule

A total of 39 flights to and from Larnaca airport were cancelled on Sunday, with the conflict in the Middle East rolling into its second full week. Paphos airport, however, is to run a full complement of flights. Exactly 21 arrivals and 18 departures were cancelled on the day, with all flights originating in or […]

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Kıbrıs 08.03.2026 09:30

The beautiful noises of Cyprus!

Cyprus is one of the noisiest places in Europe. And it’s not just the nightly barking dogs and the ever-present honking! Studies have shown that nearly half of the island’s urban population is exposed to noise levels (traffic, nightlife, construction) well in excess what health experts consider safe. The constant background sounds that keeps the […]

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Kıbrıs 08.03.2026 09:22

Today’s weather: Clear skies, spring temperatures

Sunday’s weather is expected to be mostly clear across most of the island, though localised cloud cover is expected to affect some parts. Temperatures will rise to a maximum of 19 degrees Celsius inland and on the coasts, and eight degrees Celsius in the mountains. Overnight, the skies will remain largely clear, with temperatures set […]

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Kıbrıs 08.03.2026 09:20

Ukraine’s interceptor drone makers look at exports to the Gulf as Iran war flares

Ukrainian manufacturers of cheap interceptor drones designed to knock out enemy unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) say they have the capacity to export in large volumes, amid enquiries from the United States and Middle East prompted by the Iran war. Hundreds of drones based on Iran’s Shahed model and now made in Russia fill Ukraine’s skies […]

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Kıbrıs 08.03.2026 09:00

How lawful is the Iran war?

No one believes that Iran was planning to attack the US and Israel imminently on Saturday a week ago, justifying the pre-emptive attack on Iran while negotiations were in progress between the US and Iran. US foreign minister and national security adviser Marko Rubio put forward a convoluted case that the US attack was lawful, […]

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Kıbrıs 08.03.2026 09:00

Cyprus Business Now: weekly wrap-up

Here are the top business stories in Cyprus from the week starting March 2: Cyprus’ economic expansion in 2026 reflects the consolidation of a model heavily reliant on services, foreign investment and cross-border business flows, strengthening its role as a bridge between Europe and neighbouring regions, but also raising questions about long-term balance. According to […]

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Kıbrıs 08.03.2026 08:45

India eye T20 history, New Zealand hunt maiden World Cup

India’s bid to become the first team to retain the Twenty20 World Cup will collide with New Zealand’s quest for a maiden global white-ball crown when the finalists step on to the field at the world’s largest cricket stadium on Sunday. The 20-team tournament will end in an Ahmedabad amphitheatre where more than 100,000 fans […]

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Kıbrıs 08.03.2026 08:30

Tales from the Coffeeshop: Enjoying living in fear as war brings back glory days of Covid

THE BOMBING War against Iran has revived the Covid spirit among our paranoid countrymen who enjoy having a reason to live in fear every minute of the day. Nicosia’s streets, which are usually empty early on Saturday morning, were heaving with traffic yesterday as the paranoid, vaccine junkies of the pandemic years were out in […]

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Kıbrıs 08.03.2026 08:05

Trump rejects settling Iran war, raises prospect of killing all its potential leaders

President Donald Trump said he is not interested in negotiating with Iran and raised the possibility that the Iran war would only end once Tehran no longer has a functioning military or any remaining leadership in power. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One on Saturday, Trump said the air campaign could make negotiations a […]

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Kıbrıs 08.03.2026 08:00

Our View: If Cyprus not a target why do we need armada of warships?

Contradictions and mixed signals have consistently marked the government’s discourse, because the objective is always to win publicity points. The example is set by President Nikos Christodoulides himself and is dutifully followed by his spokesmen and ministers. In the same speech, the president could state that he would not engage in the blame game over […]

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Kıbrıs 08.03.2026 07:40

UK construction sector downturn extends to 14th consecutive month

Activity in Britain’s construction sector contracted for the 14th month in a row in February, extending its longest downturn since the global ​financial crisis despite an improvement in business optimism, a business survey ‌showed this week. S&P Global’s UK Construction Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) for Britain’s construction sector fell in February to 44.5 from January’s […]

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Kıbrıs 08.03.2026 07:00

Businesses to get practical help with banking transactions and interest rates

The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Keve) recently announced the launch of a new cooperation with the Association of Cyprus Banks, aimed at publishing informational materials for the local business community. This initiative involves the publication and promotion of resources that focus specifically on the relationship between businesses and banking institutions. The informational material […]

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Kıbrıs 08.03.2026 06:30

Global air cargo demand rises by 5.6 per cent at start of 2026

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released data on global air cargo markets for January 2026, showing that air freight demand began the year on a strong footing, with total demand rising by 5.6 per cent year-on-year. According to the data, total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometres (CTK), increased by 5.6 per cent compared […]

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Kıbrıs 08.03.2026 04:24

Do Cyprus’ British bases have a future?

Although the targeting of RAF Akrotiri by a Lebanon-fired drone has rekindled the chatter about the British bases’ presence painting a target on Cyprus, analysts don’t anticipate a change in the status of the Sovereign Base Areas – and in fact think it highly unlikely for the foreseeable future. The Sovereign Base Areas (SBA) are […]

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Kıbrıs 07.03.2026 23:44

Trump tells Starmer ‘we’ve won the war, we don’t need you’

U.S. President Donald Trump said late on Saturday that Britain is giving serious thought to sending two aircraft carriers to the Middle East but that he does not need them in the Iran war. “That’s OK, Prime Minister Starmer, we don’t need them any longer — But we will remember,” he said on Truth Social. […]

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Kıbrıs 07.03.2026 21:35

‘British bases, out!’

Hundreds of activists gathered in the centre of Nicosia on March 7 to peacefully protest the presence of the British bases in Akrotiri and Dhekelia amid the ongoing war against Iran. Full story here.

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Kıbrıs 07.03.2026 18:51

Days after Iran strikes, Trump hosts Latin American leaders to form anti-cartel coalition

U.S. President Donald Trump welcomed Latin American leaders to Florida on Saturday to announce the formation of a military coalition against drug cartels, in line with an argument that he has been making throughout his second term in office. Trump has cited drug cartels as a primary reason for ramping up his administration’s involvement in […]

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Kıbrıs 07.03.2026 18:39

Scotland beat France 50-40 to keep Six Nations title race open

Wings Darcy Graham and Kyle Steyn scored two tries each as Scotland beat France 50-40 in Edinburgh on Saturday to secure a pulsating bonus-point win that ensures the Six Nations Championship will be decided in the final round next weekend. Despite the defeat, a try-scoring bonus-point means France head the table on points-difference from Scotland […]

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