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Kıbrıs 13.07.2026 18:12

State allocates €27 million to support 142 voluntary organisations

The state has allocated €27 million to support 142 voluntary organisations providing social care services in Cyprus, Deputy Social Welfare Minister Clea Hadjistefanou-Papaellina announced on Monday. She was speaking during the fifth annual dialogue with voluntary organisations, and said the funding will assist organisations that serve older people, children, those with disabilities, victims of violence, […]

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Kıbrıs 13.07.2026 18:05

Person killed in ICE-involved shooting in Maine

A person was killed on Monday in a shooting involving U.S. immigration agents in Maine, a top state lawmaker said, days after a man was fatally shot by a U.S. agent during a traffic stop in Texas. “This morning a shooting occurred in Biddeford. A person was killed. ICE was involved,” Ryan Fecteau, the speaker […]

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Kıbrıs 13.07.2026 17:52

Business support pledged for gender equality

The Larnaca Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Evel) and Gender Equality Commissioner Josie Christodoulou discussed ways to strengthen women’s participation in business and promote equal opportunities during a recent meeting. The meeting, held on July 10, brought together Evel president Nakis Antoniou and Christodoulou, with both sides highlighting the importance of cooperation in developing initiatives that support gender equality and create a […]

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Kıbrıs 13.07.2026 17:33

Turkey calls on Fitto to help change EU’s ‘partisan stance’ on Cyprus

Turkey’s foreign minister Oncu Keceli on Monday called on the European Commission’s newly appointed envoy for the Cyprus problem Raffaele Fitto to “make efforts toward the European Union changing” its “partisan stance” on Cyprus. He said that Turkey also expects Fitto and the EU to “realise that a solution to the Cyprus issue can only […]

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Kıbrıs 13.07.2026 17:32

Member states market ratios updated by EU financial regulator

The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), the financial markets regulator and supervisor for the European Union, has published the annual market capitalisation and market capitalisation ratios for all EU member states covering the 2024 and 2025 reference years. This release represents the inaugural implementation of the authority’s mandate under the Faster Directive, which aims […]

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Kıbrıs 13.07.2026 17:21

Second arrest over attempted bank robbery

A second suspect was arrested on Monday in connection with the attempted robbery of a bank in the Larnaca district on June 19. Both suspects were already in police custody after their arrest in connection wit the attempted robbery of a goldsmith’s in the Larnaca district. The first suspect, a 41-year-old man was arrested on […]

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Kıbrıs 13.07.2026 17:12

Report advising govt on how to deal with new laws handed over

The Office of the Law Commissioner on Monday handed over to the government a report regarding actions needed to be taken for full compliance with existing legislation. The report, issued biannually, concerns the cabinet, ministers and deputy ministers, state officials, government services and public-sector departments. The latest dossier concerns the period January 1 to June […]

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Kıbrıs 13.07.2026 17:03

Keo plans €50 million distribution centre in Limassol

Cypriot beverage maker Keo is awaiting final government approvals to proceed with a €50 million investment in a new distribution and spirits bottling centre in Limassol, one of the largest private industrial projects planned for the district in recent years. According to Entrepreneurial Limassol, a periodical published by the Limassol Chamber of Commerce and Industry […]

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Kıbrıs 13.07.2026 17:02

Man jailed eight years for Famagusta rape

A 30-year-old man was sentenced to eight years in prison on Monday after the Famagusta permanent criminal court found him guilty of rape. The offence was committed in the Famagusta district on July 13, 2024, against a female victim, according to the police. Following the complaint and subsequent investigation by the Famagusta CID, the case […]

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Kıbrıs 13.07.2026 16:58

Fitto ‘honoured’ to be named EU’s Cyprus envoy

The European Commission’s new envoy for the Cyprus problem Raffaele Fitto on Monday said he is “honoured” to undertake the role, after his appointment was announced earlier in the day. “I would like to thank [European Commission] President Ursula von der Leyen for her trust and confidence. I welcome this responsibility and remain fully committed […]

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Kıbrıs 13.07.2026 16:47

Limassol chamber of commerce reflects on role during Cyprus’ EU presidency

The Limassol Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Evel) has highlighted its contribution to Cyprus’ Presidency of the Council of the European Union during the first half of 2026, saying it organised two flagship events while also taking part in a series of activities hosted by other organisations. The chamber outlined its activities in the latest […]

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Kıbrıs 13.07.2026 16:40

British father remanded after three-year-old dies in hotel fall

A 37-year-old British tourist was remanded in custody for eight days by the Paphos district court on Monday in connection with the death of his three-year-old son, who fell from the fourth floor of a hotel in Chlorakas on Sunday evening. The father is being investigated for causing death by a reckless, negligent or dangerous […]

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Kıbrıs 13.07.2026 16:33

Houthis accuse Saudi Arabia of striking Sanaa airport, vow retaliation

The Iran-aligned Houthi movement that controls northern Yemen accused Saudi Arabia on Monday of launching airstrikes against the international airport in Sanaa, and vowed to retaliate. Houthi military spokesperson Yahya Saree called the attacks “blatant aggression” and said they had ended a period of de-escalation in the long-running conflict. He said Saudi Arabia would bear […]

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Kıbrıs 13.07.2026 16:28

Ioannou hails signing of contract for ‘next generation 112’

Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou on Monday welcomed the signing of a contract by the Civil Defence and the Cyprus telecommunications authority (Cyta) which will allow for the rollout of a more technologically advanced emergency calling system across the island, known as ‘Next generation 112’. “With the project, our country is taking another substantial step towards […]

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Kıbrıs 13.07.2026 16:17

New head of Fiscal Council appointed

The government on Monday appointed Andreas Charalambous as the new head of the Fiscal Council. Charalambous replaces Michalis Persianis, who had held the position since 2022. Persianis is leaving before his six-year term is up. The new head of the Fiscal Council holds a PhD in economics. He had previously worked for a number of […]

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Kıbrıs 13.07.2026 16:16

Sorloth faces online abuse after Norway’s exit

Norway forward Alexander Sorloth has received severe online abuse following the team’s World Cup quarter-final exit against England on Saturday, manager Stale Solbakken said. The abuse started after Sorloth opted to shoot instead of passing to an unmarked Erling Haaland during a crucial two-on-one counter-attack while Norway were leading 1-0. His shot was blocked and […]

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Kıbrıs 13.07.2026 16:06

Police waiting instructions on Mafia State case

The police are not currently participating in any investigations related to the Mafia State case and are awaiting instructions from the team of independent investigators, spokesman Vyron Vyronos said on Monday. The government named a team of independent investigators following the anti-corruption authority’s report on the claims in journalist Makarios Drousiotis’ book Mafia State concluded […]

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Kıbrıs 13.07.2026 16:01

Lawyer pens book of Cyprus solution

Lawyer Levon Arakelian has written a book in which he outlines what he describes as the “basic parameters” of a solution to the Cyprus problem. The book, The basic parameters of the comprehensive settlement of the Cyprus problem, outlines six separate areas of discussion regarding the Cyprus problem and talks geared towards a settlement thereof. […]

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Kıbrıs 13.07.2026 15:59

German FA says it has started talks with Klopp for national team post

Germany’s Football Association has completed first discussions with coach Jurgen Klopp in New York, and is confident of a deal for him to take over the national team, the DFB said on Saturday. DFB bosses are in New York for talks with Klopp, Red Bull’s Global Head of Soccer, who is also a pundit for […]

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Kıbrıs 13.07.2026 15:55

Prefabricated classrooms necessary, education minister says

The use of prefabricated classrooms in public schools is not inherently negative, provided they are used to address overcrowding or accommodate pupils while permanent school buildings are upgraded or expanded, Education Minister Athena Michaelidou said on Monday. She cited areas experiencing rapid population growth and schools with increasing numbers of pupils from migrant backgrounds as […]

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Kıbrıs 13.07.2026 15:54

UK counter-terrorism police investigating former minister Widdecombe’s death

British counter-terrorism police officers are now leading the investigation into the suspected murder of former British government minister Ann Widdecombe, interior minister Shabana Mahmood said on Monday. Widdecombe, 78, was found dead at her home in rural southwest England on Thursday with what police described as “serious injuries”. Officers arrested a white British man in […]

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Kıbrıs 13.07.2026 15:48

EU and partners launch $1 billion scheme to help Gaza recover from war

The European Commission and more than a dozen countries launched an initiative on Monday to deliver €883.6 million ($1 billion) in aid projects to help Gaza recover from war. The small coastal enclave remains in ruins more than 2-1/2 years after the conflict was triggered by the October 2023 attack on ​Israel by Palestinian militant […]

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Kıbrıs 13.07.2026 15:43

Indian sailor still missing after missile strike on Cyprus flagged ship in Hormuz

An Indian crew member remains missing after a missile struck the Cyprus-flagged container ship GFS GALAXY in the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday, Deputy Shipping Minister Marina Hadjimanoli said on Monday. The attack occurred on Sunday at about 1:40am Cyprus time, while the vessel was navigating the vital waterway. The missile caused extensive damage, particularly […]

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Kıbrıs 13.07.2026 15:35

Why are Cyprus homes losing their colour?

Not so long ago, the people of Cyprus lived surrounded by colour. Balconies overflowing with plants, shutters painted in bright shades, tiled courtyards, and homes decorated with personal touches all contributed to the island’s unique look. Today, however, a walk through most recently constructed buildings will paint a very different picture. The use of neutral […]

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