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Kıbrıs 15.06.2026 21:12

Civil defence outlines reasons certain users did not receive CY-Alert test

Civil defence has explained why certain mobile phone users did not receive Monday’s nationwide CY-Alert test notification, after thousands of devices received a simulated missing person alert as part of the emergency warning system’s latest exercise. The test message was sent at around 3.10pm and concerned a fictional kidnapping and missing person scenario. While the […]

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Kıbrıs 15.06.2026 21:02

Lebanon requests Cyprus’ support in implementing peace deal

President Nikos Christodoulides said on Monday that ensuring the implementation of the recently reached agreement between the United States and Iran is now the key priority, following a telephone conversation with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun. Speaking in Limassol while attending a graduation ceremony at the technological university (Tepak), Christodoulides welcomed the agreement and said its […]

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Kıbrıs 15.06.2026 20:51

Cypriot MEP raises concern over Turkish aircraft harassment to European parliament

Cypriot MEP Geadis Geadi addressed the European Parliament plenary session to criticise Turkish harassment of aircraft carrying European defence ministers recently travelling to Cyprus. Geadi said he had received approval from the Parliament president, Roberta Metsola, to inform the chamber about what he described as interference during the informal EU defence ministers’ meeting held in […]

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Kıbrıs 15.06.2026 20:25

President ‘does not downplay’ Turkish FM’s remarks on two-state solution

President Nikos Christodoulides said on Monday that he “does not downplay or underestimate” recent statements by Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on the Cyprus problem. Speaking to journalists in Limassol, Christodoulides was asked about Fidan’s comments following his meeting with the UN secretary-general’s personal envoy, Maria Angela Holguin, during which the Turkish foreign minister reportedly […]

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Kıbrıs 15.06.2026 20:21

Union weighs in over tourism ministry spat

The main civil servants’ union on Monday demanded a meeting with the president to discuss the suspension of a senior official at the deputy tourism ministry, arguing that the administrative measure was disproportionate. Pasydy union was weighing in on the case of Neofytos Papadopoulos, the permanent secretary at the deputy tourism ministry, who was last […]

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Kıbrıs 15.06.2026 20:18

Fitiris: ‘prison guards cannot take 200 days of sick leave and then protest’

Justice Minister Costas Fitiris criticised prison guards on Monday over working practices and sick leave, while also outlining reforms to prisons and policing. Speaking to Alpha, Fitiris said he could not accept complaints from prison officers while questioning their conduct, saying that “it’s not possible for some people to take 200 days of sick leave […]

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Kıbrıs 15.06.2026 20:17

Supreme court rejects challenge to Russian’s detention in extradition case

The Supreme Court on Monday rejected a legal challenge from a Russian national detained in Larnaca as part of extradition proceedings to the United States, ruling that his arrest and continued custody were lawful. He had been arrested on May 9 at Larnaca airport following an Interpol notice from US authorities alleging conspiracy and money […]

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Kıbrıs 15.06.2026 19:11

Reflections of Clay: Cyprus’ potters gather for exhibition

This summer, an exciting new exhibition lands in Larnaca, bringing together some of the island’s potters and ceramic artists. Larnaca Municipality and the Cyprus Association of Potters and Ceramic Artists present the exhibition Reflections of Clay, which will be hosted at the Larnaca Municipal Art Gallery from Friday to August 22. Through works by contemporary […]

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Kıbrıs 15.06.2026 18:48

Kyiv disputes resignation claim as Ukrainian ambassador to Cyprus dismissed

Ukraine’s foreign ministry on Monday rejected claims by its ambassador to Cyprus that he submitted a voluntary resignation, saying a formal recall process had already been initiated, amid accusations over performance and internal procedure disputes. The ministry said allegations made by ambassador Sergii Nizhynskyi were “false and misleading” and said a proposal for his recall […]

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Kıbrıs 15.06.2026 18:41

Police review to examine bodyguard protection for politicans

A comprehensive review of police protection arrangements for political and state officials is underway after Justice Minister Constantinos Fitiris on Monday said he had instructed the police security committee to reassess existing risk evaluations. The process is expected to include newly elected parliamentary leaders Odysseas Michaelides and Fidias Panayiotou. The review comes amid growing pressure […]

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Kıbrıs 15.06.2026 18:35

Annita calls for ‘stronger European role’ in Cyprus talks

House President Annita Demetriou on Monday called for a “stronger and more structured” role for the European Union in talks aimed at resolving the Cyprus problem. In a letter she penned to Manfred Weber, the leader of the European People’s Party, the European grouping to which her party, Disy, belongs she wrote that “the Cyprus […]

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Kıbrıs 15.06.2026 18:33

Raouna hails ‘landmark step’ in EU enlargement as talks with Ukraine, Moldova begin

European Affairs Deputy Minister Marilena Raouna on Monday spoke of a “significant milestone” for both Ukraine and Moldova, with intergovernmental conferences between the European Union and both countries taking place to formally open negotiations for both to join the bloc. She said that Cyprus, in its role as the current holder of the EU Council’s […]

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Kıbrıs 15.06.2026 18:29

KEO proposes €1.68 million dividend payment from 2024 profits

Cypriot beverage company KEO plc announced on Monday that its board of directors has proposed a dividend payment to shareholders during a meeting held earlier today. The proposal involves a total dividend distribution of €1,687,276.92, which corresponds to 4 cents of a euro for each fully paid share. This payout will be sourced from the […]

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Kıbrıs 15.06.2026 18:25

‘Come on, then!’ – Ustel challenges north opposition to two elections in one day

Turkish Cypriot ‘prime minister’ Unal Ustel on Monday challenged opposition parties to acquiesce to his plans for local and legislative elections to be held on the same day in December. “Since you are all so gutsy, come on, then! Let’s have two elections at the same time! Come on!” he said during an address to […]

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Kıbrıs 15.06.2026 18:23

Cyprus Development Bank announces bond interest payment schedule

The Cyprus Development Bank (CDB) announced on Monday that it will proceed with the payment of interest to bondholders for its CDBB1 series. The payment covers the six-month interest period spanning from December 23, 2025, to June 22, 2026. The final date for trading bonds with the right to participate in this interest payment is […]

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Kıbrıs 15.06.2026 18:16

Government issues €50 million in new treasury bills

The Cyprus Stock Exchange (CSE) has announced that it authorised the listing of new 13-week government treasury bills totalling €50 million following a successful auction held on June 12, 2026. These securities consist of 50,000 individual treasury bills with a nominal value of €1000 each, designated as the 6th issue of the 2026 series. The […]

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Kıbrıs 15.06.2026 18:08

Mafia State findings to be announced on Tuesday

The anti-corruption authority is on Tuesday expected to issue an announcement regarding its findings into the explosive allegations made in the book Mafia State. As previously stated, the authority will not publish the entire report compiled by its team of investigators. Rather, it will issue a “detailed announcement” summarising its key findings. The Cyprus Mail […]

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Kıbrıs 15.06.2026 17:39

Cyprus competitiveness report highlights urgent need for productive investment

ICT sector stands out as success story in latest Cyprus competitiveness report The Cyprus Economy and Competitiveness Council on Monday presented the Cyprus Competitiveness Report 2025, highlighting the need to attract more productive investments that create genuine economic activity, new jobs and knowledge transfer as one of the country’s foremost economic priorities. Presenting the report’s […]

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Kıbrıs 15.06.2026 17:35

UK to debate assisted dying again after previous attempt to change law failed

British lawmakers look set to hold a fresh debate on legalising assisted dying for terminally ill people in the new parliamentary session, after one member said she would reintroduce draft legislation that stalled earlier this year. Polls have long shown around 80% of Britons back assisted dying, and the country had been on course to […]

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Kıbrıs 15.06.2026 17:27

Ghana coach enters record books at his fifth World Cup in row

Carlos Queiroz is still one tournament short of matching the record for coaching at the World Cup, but the 73-year-old will still enter the record books this week. Queiroz takes charge of Ghana as they begin their Group L campaign against Panama in Toronto on Wednesday and continues a run that began with Portugal in […]

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Kıbrıs 15.06.2026 17:20

Limassol cycle lane bollards removed after public outcry

Bollards installed along a cycle lane in Limassol were removed on Monday following growing public criticism over the implementation of the city’s sustainable urban mobility plan. Limassol municipal crews removed bollards from Thekla Lysioti Street outside school premises, with Mayor Yiannis Armeftis saying the move was intended to facilitate the safe boarding and disembarkation of […]

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Kıbrıs 15.06.2026 17:15

Cheesemakers weigh halloumi quota change, farmers defend PDO rules

Cyprus’ cheesemakers are considering seeking changes to halloumi’s Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) framework as concerns grow over future milk supply and export sustainability. In their statement issued on Monday, the Cheesemakers’ Association confirmed it is examining the possibility of requesting a revision to the milk ratio requirements set out in the European specification. Spokesman […]

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Kıbrıs 15.06.2026 17:10

Limassol to install variable-message signs along highway

Roadwork in the Limassol district this week will install variable-message signs along three sections of the Limassol-Nicosia highway, the department of public works announced on Monday. The left lane of the highway will be closed in each of the areas for about 600m while the roadworks are happening. Roadworks on the first section will be […]

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Kıbrıs 15.06.2026 17:06

Videogate probe extended as investigators seek more evidence

The criminal investigation into the Videogate affair will continue until July 20 after attorney-general George Savvides approved a request from independent criminal investigator Andreas Paschalides for additional time to complete the inquiry. The extension was confirmed on Monday by Paschalides, who said the request became necessary to allow investigators to complete the collection and assessment […]

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