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Kıbrıs 06.03.2026 00:13

Starmer confirms use of Cyprus base to shoot down Iranian drones

British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer on Thursday night confirmed that his country’s Akrotiri air force base in Cyprus had been used as the launchpad for missions aimed at engaging and shooting down drones fired from Iran.  He shared to his social media an article published by British newspaper the Guardian, which had interviewed an […]

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Kıbrıs 05.03.2026 23:42

Trump wants say on Iran’s next leader as war intensifies

U.S. President Donald Trump claimed the right to join Iran in deciding its next leader as the war escalated on Thursday, with U.S. and Israeli jets hitting areas across the country and Gulf cities coming under renewed bombardment. In an interview with Reuters, Trump said Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of the late Supreme Leader Ali […]

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Kıbrıs 05.03.2026 22:53

Demonstrators call on Cyprus to sever links with countries attacking Iran

Demonstrators gathered outside the presidential palace and the foreign ministry on Thursday afternoon, demanding that Cyprus cease any and all cooperation with nations either directly engaged in or supporting the military strikes on Iran. Taking part in the protest were members of various groups – United For Palestine, Anatropi, Neda, BDS Cyprus, Genocide-Free Cyprus, Far-Right […]

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Kıbrıs 05.03.2026 21:40

Trump ousts Kristi Noem as Homeland Security chief

risti Noem, who oversaw U.S. President Donald Trump’s aggressive immigration crackdown and faced bipartisan criticism in hearings this week, will leave her role as homeland security chief at the end of the month. Trump will tap Oklahoma Senator Markwayne Mullin to replace her, he said on his Truth Social platform, a move that would require […]

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Kıbrıs 05.03.2026 21:14

Farmers seek meeting with president over FMD culls

Livestock farmers affected by the culling of their animals as part of measures to contain the spread of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) demanded on Thursday to see the president to convey their grievances. The decision for a face-to-face with the president came after a meeting of groups representing livestock farmers and cheesemakers. Later, Nikos Papakyriakou, head […]

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Kıbrıs 05.03.2026 20:45

Insurers must justify dropping drivers over 70

By Elias Hazou Motor insurance companies must now document their reasons when terminating coverage to people aged over 70, under a law passed by the House on Thursday. Tabled by Volt MP Alexandra Attalidou, the bill aims to end discriminatory practices by insurance companies against senior citizens. Companies must inform in writing elderly customers of […]

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Kıbrıs 05.03.2026 20:44

India beat England in thriller to reach T20 World Cup final

Defending champions India staved off Jacob Bethell’s brilliant hundred to beat England by seven runs in a thrilling Twenty20 World Cup semi-final on Thursday. India will face New Zealand in Sunday’s final in Ahmedabad as they aim to secure an unprecedented second straight T20 World Cup crown. Put in to bat, India racked up an […]

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Kıbrıs 05.03.2026 20:06

Justice minister inspects progress on new migrant detention centre

Justice Minister Costas Fitiris on Thursday inspected progress on construction works at the pre-departure migrant detention centre in Limnes, as well as the existing migrant detention facilities in Menoyia. According to a statement from the justice ministry, the minister was briefed by officials on the progress of the works and the project’s completion timetable. Once […]

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Kıbrıs 05.03.2026 19:59

Two upcoming Sistema Cyprus concerts highlight young musicians

Two unique concerts with talented young musicians are coming to Larnaca and Nicosia by Sistema Cyprus. Presenting diverse repertoires, the concerts will feature the Intermediate Orchestras of Nicosia and Larnaca, the Beginner Orchestras of Nicosia and Larnaca, and the Junior Orchestra of Nicosia. The first of the Crossing Paths concert series is an evening at […]

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Kıbrıs 05.03.2026 19:00

Glitches in SMS test will be ironed out

The trial sending of a test emergency SMS to all Cyprus residents on Wednesday evening led to delays and inconsistencies, Civil Defence spokesperson Panayiotis Liasidis said on Thursday. Some received messages before 7pm, others around 7pm – the time the government had stipulated – and some much later, while others received no messages. There was […]

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Kıbrıs 05.03.2026 18:37

MPs probe solar permit hoarding after price spikes

MPs on Thursday demanded an accounting for the bevy of renewables permits issued in the past, after it emerged that about two-thirds of the permits did not materialise into solar parks, with the bearers holding onto them and then selling them at vastly inflated prices. Parliamentarians were revisiting a report on the Electricity Authority (EAC) […]

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Kıbrıs 05.03.2026 18:24

Former European Commission VP: Cyprus must now join Nato

Former European Commission Vice President Margaritis Schinas said that Cyprus should now join Nato, after the island found itself targeted by Iranian-made drones amid a widening regional conflict. “I would like to propose a next step which would significantly enhance the prospect of stability in southern Europe. I think that this is perhaps the best […]

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Kıbrıs 05.03.2026 18:12

British bases employees seek remote work amid drone incidents

Employees of the British base’s civil administration branch of Pasydy have formally requested the immediate introduction of teleworking for personnel working within the British base areas, citing growing security concerns. In a letter addressed to the British deputy command secretary Stephen Dougan on Thursday, the union branch asked that staff whose duties can be carried […]

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Kıbrıs 05.03.2026 18:12

Bombing of Tehran intensifies as Iran vows retaliation

The U.S.-Israeli campaign against Iran entered its sixth day on Thursday with what residents described as even more intensive bombing, while Iran vowed to retaliate anywhere for a U.S. attack on a ship thousands of miles from the battle zone. Inside Iran, the abrupt postponement of a planned three days of mourning for slain Supreme […]

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Kıbrıs 05.03.2026 18:10

Bitcoin (BTC) supply nears 20 Million, what the final 114-year stretch means for new crypto protocols

The Bitcoin network is approaching one of its most significant historical milestones. As of early March 2026, the total number of Bitcoin in circulation is nearing the 20 million mark. Out of the fixed maximum supply of 21 million coins, more than 95% of all Bitcoin that will ever exist has already been mined.  While […]

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Kıbrıs 05.03.2026 17:27

UK ‘taking every measure’ to protect Cyprus, Starmer says

The United Kingdom is “taking every measure” to protect Cyprus, the country’s Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said on Thursday, days after the British Akrotiri air force base on the island was hit by an Iranian-made drone. “I want to be really clear to everybody in Cyprus that we’re taking every measure that is needed […]

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Kıbrıs 05.03.2026 17:13

National Security Council on alert ‘around the clock’

The National Security Council is coordinating actions around the clock, and President Nikos Christodoulides participates in person whenever necessary, government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said on Thursday. He added that the president of the Republic had thanked Greece, France, Italy and Spain for their contribution, clarifying that any actions taken by the United Kingdom were carried […]

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Kıbrıs 05.03.2026 17:10

Central Bank of Cyprus announces upcoming bank closures

The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) issued a public notice on Thursday to inform people and businesses that banks will be closed for two upcoming national holidays. According to the official announcement, the closures are scheduled to take place during the final week of March and the first week of April to observe two historical […]

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Kıbrıs 05.03.2026 17:03

Business as usual for UK-US special relationship, Starmer says

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the country’s so-called special relationship with the United States was operating as normal, after Trump earlier this week criticised the UK and said Starmer had hurt the pair’s historically close ties. “We’re sharing intelligence on a 24/7 basis in the usual way. That is the special relationship. That is […]

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Kıbrıs 05.03.2026 16:36

Brief ‘security threat’ at Akrotiri concludes within minutes

A briefly declared “security threat” which was announced at the United Kingdom’s Akrotiri air force base shortly before 4.30pm was declared to be over five minutes later. The threat was the second of its kind to be declared on Thursday, with both having been stated to be “concluded” within minutes of their announcement.

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Kıbrıs 05.03.2026 16:30

Ripple price update: Why XRP is falling while top cryptos and utility protocol rebound

While Bitcoin and several utility-focused protocols are attempting to stage a recovery from recent lows, Ripple (XRP) is struggling to maintain its footing. As of today, XRP has experienced a notable pullback, diverging from the broader “relief rally” seen in other sectors of the crypto economy. This downward pressure comes at a time when institutional […]

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Kıbrıs 05.03.2026 16:18

Civil Defence to re-evaluate shelters across Cyprus

Authorities in Cyprus are reinspecting bomb shelters across the island and reviewing emergency systems, Civil Defence confirmed on Thursday. Civil Defence spokesperson Panayiotis Liasidis told CNA that inspections will be carried out in collaboration with other competent services to re-evaluate and reinspect shelters. This comes amid heightened tensions in the Middle East following the US-Israel […]

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Kıbrıs 05.03.2026 16:08

Cyprus government warns duration of Middle East crisis will define economic fallout

Cyprus economy resilient enough to withstand regional shock, says spokesman Government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis on Thursday said that the Cyprus government is conducting ongoing assessments of the economic impact of the crisis caused by the conflict with Iran, stressing that its duration will determine the scale of consequences for the country. Speaking during a briefing […]

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Kıbrıs 05.03.2026 16:08

Serena might eye Wimbledon for comeback, Djokovic says

Novak Djokovic has suggested that Serena Williams could see Wimbledon as the ideal venue to return to tennis if the 23-times Grand Slam champion decides to make a comeback to the game later this year. The 44-year-old American has not played since the 2022 U.S. Open, after which she said she was “evolving away from […]

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