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Kıbrıs 02.03.2026 22:01

Israel, US will ensure Iran does not have nuclear capabilities, Israeli UN envoy says

Israel and the United States will not stop their operations against Iran until their objectives are met and will do everything necessary to ensure Tehran does not have nuclear capabilities, Israel’s ambassador to the UN said on Monday. Speaking to reporters in New York, the envoy, Danny Danon, accused Iran of “lashing out in desperation” […]

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Kıbrıs 02.03.2026 21:40

Fuel tanker ablaze in Strait of Hormuz after drone strike, Iran Revolutionary Guards say

Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said a fuel tanker, identified as the Honduran-flagged Athe Nova, was burning in the Strait of Hormuz after being hit by two drones, Iranian news agencies reported on Monday. The strait is the world’s most vital oil export route, connecting the biggest Gulf oil producers, such as Saudi Arabia, Iran, Iraq and […]

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Kıbrıs 02.03.2026 21:28

Cyprus evaluating every statement made, was not involved in aggressions

The Republic of Cyprus is monitoring developments and evaluating every statement made and any information received, government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said on Monday evening, following a National Security Council meeting. He reiterated that Cyprus remains focused on its humanitarian role as a factor of security and stability in the region and did not become involved […]

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Kıbrıs 02.03.2026 20:47

Cyprus postpones further EU meetings

Cyprus’ EU Presidency has postponed the informal council of ministers for European affairs, originally scheduled for March 2 and 3, as well as the informal council of culture, planned for March 5 and 6, after the island’s British Akrotiri air force base was struck by a drone amid the crisis in Iran. In a statement on […]

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Kıbrıs 02.03.2026 20:37

President discusses drone attack with Lebanese counterpart

President Nikos Christodoulides held a telephone conversation with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun following the drone attack on the British bases in Akrotiri, reportedly fired by Hezbollah in Lebanon, sources said on Monday. The same sources told the Cyprus News Agency that so far there was no information regarding a threat against the infrastructure of the […]

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Kıbrıs 02.03.2026 20:23

Turkey’s Erdogan says attacks on Iran are clear violation of international law

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan on Monday criticised the US and Israeli attacks on Iran as a “clear violation” of international law, adding that Turkey shared the pain of the Iranian people amid the widening war. Turkey, a Nato member and neighbour of Iran, had for weeks urged Washington and Tehran to reach an agreement during […]

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Kıbrıs 02.03.2026 20:10

Bill allowing Cyta to sell electricity to be sent to plenum

An amendment allowing Cyta to provide new services, including energy, will be sent to plenum, following discussions on Monday at the House finance committee. A representative of the legal service said the Constitution did not restrict the scope of activities of Cyta and the electricity authority (EAC), however he pointed out that issues of competition […]

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Kıbrıs 02.03.2026 19:26

€50 million to create electricity storage systems

A total of €50 million to install electricity storage systems at three designated sites across the island, will be spent this year by the Transmission System Operator (TSO), MPs heard on Monday. Parliamentarians were reviewing the TSO’s budget for fiscal year 2026, which comes to €67.3 million. Using electricity storage systems – arrays of batteries […]

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Kıbrıs 02.03.2026 19:23

Daylight disco party for women in Nicosia

Very soon, the whole world will celebrate International Women’s Day on March 8. Several exciting events are coming up in Cyprus to mark the occasion and in downtown Nicosia, Nostalgia Parties team up with Yfantourgeio the Workplace for a daytime disco party for women. “On March 8 we celebrate International Women’s Day,” say organisers. “We […]

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Kıbrıs 02.03.2026 19:22

Brushing off Trump criticism, UK’s Starmer defends actions over Iran

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer defended his actions in the Middle East on Monday, brushing off President Donald Trump’s criticism of Britain for not joining strikes against Iran by saying his decisions were guided by law and the “national interest”. In an address to parliament, Starmer said he was moved to allow the “limited” use […]

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Kıbrıs 02.03.2026 19:12

Cyprus has fewest women managers among EU members

Cyprus recorded the lowest percentage of women in managerial positions in 2024, with 25,3 per cent, compared to the EU average of 35.2 per cent, up from 31.8 per cent in 2014, Eurostat said on Monday. Women were more represented among young managers with 39 per cent of all managers in the age group 15 […]

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Kıbrıs 02.03.2026 18:57

More support pledged for support for domestic violence victims

New interventions to combat gender-based and domestic violence were announced on Monday at parliament, with Law Commissioner Sofia Kleopa Hadjikyriacou saying that access to support would not depend on the victim’s willingness to file a complaint. Speaking at the House human rights committee, Hadjikyriacou said the interventions were in line with the recommendations made by […]

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Kıbrıs 02.03.2026 18:44

Iranian general threatens missile strikes on Cyprus

A senior commander of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard corps (IRGC) warned on Monday of intensified missile attacks on Cyprus, citing what he claimed was an expanded United States military presence on the island. IRGC General Sardar Jabbari was quoted by Iranian state-affiliated media as claiming that Washington had transferred a significant number of aircraft to […]

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Kıbrıs 02.03.2026 18:33

A new chapter for Cypriot winemaking begins at CHATEAU PUNIN

In an event marked by strong symbolism and developmental significance, CHATEAU PUNIN, located in Parekklisia, Limassol, hosted the planting of Pinot Noir vineyards in Cyprus, a milestone that signals a new era for the country’s wine industry. Among those in attendance were Andreas Grigoriou, Director General of the Ministry of Agriculture, Stelios Tsioustas, First Officer […]

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Kıbrıs 02.03.2026 18:20

Lidl Cyprus: permanent low prices on selected fresh pork meats

Lidl Cyprus is bringing forward a new initiative that highlights its long-standing commitment to permanent low prices. With a clear sense of its social responsibility and a deep understanding of the needs of Cypriot households, as of Monday, March 2, 2026, the company is proceeding with a permanent price reduction on selected fresh pork products, […]

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Kıbrıs 02.03.2026 18:10

Purdue, UNIC-Athens partner to advance research collab, online learning in Europe

Purdue University is expanding its global impact through a new strategic partnership with UNIC Athens of the University of Nicosia in Greece, to deepen a growing transatlantic network focused on advancing education, research and innovation in high-impact fields. This partnership will focus on coordinated research, faculty and student collaboration and innovation across cutting-edge science, engineering […]

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Kıbrıs 02.03.2026 18:10

Why is the crypto market down today? How utility protocols are hardening the market infrastructure

After a period of relative stability, the global crypto market cap experienced a sharp contraction, leaving many investors asking why their screens have turned red. While price drops often spark fear, a closer look at the data suggests that this is not a random crash but a volatile moment within a larger recovery phase. While […]

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Kıbrıs 02.03.2026 18:02

Trump: big wave in war with Iran yet to come

The ‘big wave’ is yet to come in the war with Iran, U.S. President Donald Trump told CNN on Monday, adding that Washington did not know who the country’s new leader would be following the killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. “We haven’t even started hitting them hard. The big wave hasn’t even happened. The big […]

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Kıbrıs 02.03.2026 17:59

Elias Neocleous & Co LLC advises on landmark cross-border Allwyn financing, exceeding €2B

Elias Neocleous & Co LLC has advised in connection with the issuance of €550,000,000 aggregate principal amount of senior secured notes due 2031 by Allwyn. The notes were issued pursuant to an indenture dated February 20, 2026 among the issuer, Allwyn International AG as parent company, Kroll Trustee Services Limited, The Bank of New York […]

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Kıbrıs 02.03.2026 17:52

Cyprus not a target, government repeats

Cyprus is operating under full operational readiness after two unmanned aerial drones heading towards the British bases at Akrotiri were intercepted, government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said on Monday, stressing that the republic itself is not a target. “Aall necessary measures are being taken and there is full operational readiness and coordination of all competent services,” […]

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Kıbrıs 02.03.2026 17:42

Iran conflict widens to Lebanon, Kuwait mistakenly shoots down US jets

The U.S.-Israeli air war against Iran expanded on Monday with no end in sight, with Israel attacking Lebanon in response to strikes by Hezbollah, and Tehran firing missiles and drones at Gulf states and a British air base as far away as Cyprus. Kuwait mistakenly shot down three American F-15E fighter jets during an Iranian […]

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Kıbrıs 02.03.2026 17:38

US not veering into a new, endless war, Pentagon says

The Pentagon played down concerns on Monday that the U.S. attack on Iran risked plunging the United States into a new, open-ended conflict in the Middle East, even as officials declined to offer a timeline and cautioned they expected more U.S. casualties. The United States and Israel launched their most ambitious attacks on Iran in […]

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Kıbrıs 02.03.2026 17:22

Cyprus has enough fuel supplies to last for two months

The Electricity Authority (EAC) said Monday that its fuel stocks are adequate and that for the moment it does not anticipate problems with supplies amid the conflict raging in the Middle East. “At this time, our storage tanks located at various power stations have enough fuel for two months,” EAC spokesperson Christina Papadopoulou told the […]

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Kıbrıs 02.03.2026 17:14

Cyprus has one of highest bone marrow donor rates worldwide

The significance of the volunteer bone marrow donor registry of the Karaiskakio Foundation, was highlighted by Health Minister Neofytos Charalambides on Monday, who said the island boasts one of the highest donor ratios in the world. The minister toured the premises and was briefed on its facilities, specialised equipment and the services provided to patients. […]

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