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Kıbrıs 09.06.2026 11:45

Alleged Hamas cell dismantled in Cyprus and Greece

Authorities in Cyprus and Greece have dismantled what investigators describe as an active Hamas-linked cell operating across the two countries, with five people arrested so far and a sixth suspect identified but still at large, according to reports published on Tuesday. The investigation centres on a network of Palestinian nationals allegedly connected to Hamas activities […]

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Kıbrıs 09.06.2026 11:12

Eurobank Research named top forecaster in Cyprus

Eurobank Research has been named Cyprus’ leading forecaster for a second consecutive year in the Focus Economics Analyst Forecast Awards 2026, recording strong performances against a field of established international and domestic banks and financial institutions. The bank said that its Economic Analysis and Research Unit, known as Eurobank Research, secured first place overall and […]

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Kıbrıs 09.06.2026 11:09

Bank of Cyprus named best bank in Cyprus by Global Finance

The Bank of Cyprus (BoC) has been named the best bank in Cyprus in the World’s Best Banks Awards 2026 by Global Finance, with the international publication citing the lender’s strong performance and strategic initiatives during 2025. The award comes at a time when Western Europe’s banking sector is facing lower interest rates and increased […]

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Kıbrıs 09.06.2026 10:58

Hadjimanolis hails new strategy for Europe’s maritime sector

The Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the EU advanced key transport and maritime files in Luxembourg on Monday, as ministers adopted conclusions on European shipping and ports, while also discussing cleaner mobility, supply chain resilience and the sector’s decarbonisation path beyond 2030.  The Transport, Telecommunications and Energy Council, in its transport formation, was held on June 8, 2026, and was chaired […]

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Kıbrıs 09.06.2026 10:45

Black bear hunt continues in Japan’s Utsunomiya as 94 schools remain closed

The hunt for a black bear spotted more than a dozen times in the Japanese city of Utsunomiya continued on Tuesday as all 94 municipal primary and middle schools were closed for a second straight day. The adult bear, with an estimated weight of about 100 kg (220 lbs), was last seen early on Tuesday […]

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Kıbrıs 09.06.2026 10:39

Russian attacks on Ukraine kill three; Zelenskiy upbeat on talks with U.S. envoys

Russian drone and missile attacks on Ukraine’s northeastern Kharkiv region killed a pregnant woman and two other people, Ukrainian officials said on Tuesday, while Russia-annexed Crimea said it was repelling drone attacks. The strikes follow large air attacks by Russia on Ukraine in recent weeks, while Kyiv has intensified long-range drone strikes on Russian oil […]

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Kıbrıs 09.06.2026 10:35

Trump greeted with boos at NBA Finals in Madison Square Garden

Basketball fans greeted U.S. President Donald Trump with a chorus of loud boos on Monday, as the Republican became the first sitting U.S. president to attend the NBA Finals at Game 3 of the championship series between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs. Attending as a guest of Knicks president James Dolan, Trump […]

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Kıbrıs 09.06.2026 10:29

Cyprus is about to get very noisy

Gird your loins Cyprus! Every four years, we become a much, much noisier island. And the moment is almost upon us… No it’s not the panayiri to end all panayiris. It’s not a wedding convoy. Nor have all the dogs in the neighbourhood gone into collective heat and decided to bark even more frantically than […]

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Kıbrıs 09.06.2026 10:05

Nature and climbing retreat invites you to offline weekend

“The best weekend you’ll have this summer has no Wi-Fi,” says Unplugged Cyprus as it gets ready for another offline retreat – no phones, no screens, just Akamas’ wild nature. The Nature and Climbing Retreat this month will be a two-night experience in the outdoor beauty of Cyprus. Organisers Unplugged Cyprus and Mountain Expeditions Cyprus […]

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Kıbrıs 09.06.2026 09:52

Audit office flags limited oversight powers and governance gaps at Cyprus Sports Organisation

The Audit Office has raised concerns over the Cyprus Sports Organisation’s (KOA) ability to effectively oversee sports federations, saying the body lacks meaningful intervention and enforcement tools beyond the withholding of state grants. In a report examining the organisation’s structure, grant monitoring procedures and oversight of private gymnastics schools, the Audit Office identified a series […]

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Kıbrıs 09.06.2026 09:39

Cyprus positions itself as hub for space and AI innovation

Space technologies, Earth Observation and artificial intelligence are becoming strategic tools for Europe’s competitiveness, resilience and security, speakers said at a high-level forum held in Nicosia under the auspices of the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the European Union 2026.  The forum, titled ‘From Space to Solutions: Leveraging Space Technology, Earth Observation & AI for […]

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Kıbrıs 09.06.2026 09:22

Trump says US helicopter pilots who went down in Strait of Hormuz are fine

Two U.S. pilots whose helicopter crashed near the Strait of Hormuz “are fine”, President Donald Trump said on Tuesday after the New York Times reported the crew of an Apache gunship had been rescued after the aircraft went down near the Iran-controlled waterway. It was not immediately clear whether the Apache was shot down by […]

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Kıbrıs 09.06.2026 09:10

Six arrests made during islandwide police operations

Six people were arrested overnight as part of targeted police operations carried out across Cyprus aimed at preventing serious crime and maintaining public order. Police said officers conducted organised patrols in key urban areas throughout the island, with the operations focused on crime prevention, public safety and strengthening the public’s sense of security. The six […]

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Kıbrıs 09.06.2026 09:03

Woman arrested in Ayia Napa over alleged possession of ‘laughing gas’ for supply

Police arrested a 25-year-old woman in the early hours of Tuesday in Ayia Napa on suspicion of illegally possessing nitrous oxide, commonly known as laughing gas, with intent to supply. According to police, officers from the Famagusta Crime Prevention Unit (OPE) stopped the woman shortly after midnight and carried out a search during which they […]

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Kıbrıs 09.06.2026 09:02

Safe Bulkers expands orderbook with new capesize vessel

Safe Bulkers has signed a definitive agreement for the construction and acquisition, through financial leasing, of a newbuild capesize vessel with a capacity of 182,000 deadweight tonnes, the company announced. The transaction, which was first outlined through a framework agreement in May and has now been completed, forms part of the company’s broader fleet renewal […]

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Kıbrıs 09.06.2026 08:51

Trump greeted with boos at NBA Finals in Madison Square Garden

Basketball fans greeted U.S. President Donald Trump with a chorus of loud boos on Monday, as the Republican became the first sitting U.S. president to attend the NBA Finals at Game 3 of the championship series between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs. Attending as a guest of Knicks president James Dolan, Trump […]

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Kıbrıs 09.06.2026 08:42

Sunshine dominates, but afternoon showers remain on the cards

It looks set to be another largely pleasant summer day across Cyprus, with plenty of sunshine expected after a misty start in some areas. A weak low-pressure system is affecting the region, bringing mostly clear skies on Tuesday. Early in the morning, patches of low cloud and light mist may linger locally, but these are […]

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Kıbrıs 09.06.2026 08:23

Party leaders to hold first meeting of new parliament

The first meeting of party leaders and representatives in the newly elected House of Representatives is set to take place at noon on Tuesday under the chairmanship of House President Annita Demetriou. The meeting marks the beginning of arrangements for the new parliamentary term, just days after the formation of the new legislature and Demetriou’s […]

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Kıbrıs 09.06.2026 08:13

Iran and Israel say they have halted strikes on each other for now

Iran and Israel said they had halted attacks on each other after an appeal from U.S. President Donald Trump, though Tehran warned it would resume hostilities if Israel continued to hit Hezbollah in Lebanon. The most direct confrontation between the two countries since April threatened to wreck Washington’s efforts to reach an agreement with Tehran […]

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Kıbrıs 09.06.2026 08:12

Four-vehicle collision causes disruption on Limassol-Nicosia motorway

A traffic collision involving four vehicles occurred on Tuesday morning on the Limassol-Nicosia motorway near Dali, police said. According to police, the accident resulted in the closure of the motorway’s right-hand lane, causing traffic disruptions in the area. Efforts are currently underway to remove the vehicles involved from the road and restore normal traffic flow […]

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Kıbrıs 09.06.2026 08:00

Credit expansion underpins bullish outlook for Greek banks

The resilience of the Greek economy remains a key pillar of the positive investment narrative for Greek banks, according to a new report by Jefferies, which maintains a buy recommendation for Alpha Bank, Eurobank, National Bank of Greece and Piraeus Bank. The investment bank said Greek banks operate in one of the most attractive macroeconomic […]

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Kıbrıs 09.06.2026 07:30

Cyprus Business Now: Sir Stelios, shipping, government debt, Jumbo

Nine bi-communal business partnerships received a total of €500,000 in Nicosia on Monday, at an awards ceremony that placed cooperation between Greek Cypriot and Turkish Cypriot entrepreneurs at the centre of the island’s wider conversation on trust, coexistence and reunification.  The Stelios Bi-communal Business Partnership Awards were held at the offices of the Stelios Philanthropic Foundation, in the presence of President Nikos Christodoulides, the UN envoy, […]

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Kıbrıs 09.06.2026 07:00

Eurobank plans over €1.3bn lending boost in Crete by 2028

Eurobank has projected that its total financing in Crete between 2023 and 2028 will exceed €1.3bn, underlining what it describes as a long-term commitment to supporting the island’s development trajectory and local business ecosystem. The funding is directed towards investments across key sectors of the Cretan economy, including tourism and hospitality, energy and infrastructure, construction […]

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Kıbrıs 09.06.2026 06:30

Airlines face sharp profit squeeze as Middle East war and fuel costs bite

Global airlines are heading into a tougher 2026, with industry profits expected to halve as war-related disruption in the Middle East and a sharp rise in fuel prices weigh heavily on carriers, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA).  IATA said airlines are now expected to make a combined net profit of $23 billion this year, […]

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