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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 20:35

Israeli forces fired shots at Gaza flotilla, 48 boats intercepted

Israeli forces opened fire on at least two vessels in an aid flotilla sailing towards Gaza on Tuesday, according to video footage and flotilla organisers, but Israel said no live ammunition was used and there were no casualties. Video from the flotilla’s livestream showed soldiers firing shots at two of the boats. The type of […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 20:33

Somaliland says it will open an embassy in Jerusalem, Israel to reciprocate

Somaliland, a breakaway region of Somalia, will set up an embassy in Jerusalem soon, its ambassador said on Tuesday, after Israel became the first country to formally recognise the self-declared republic. In turn, Israel is expected to set up an embassy in Somaliland’s capital Hargeisa, Ambassador Mohamed Hagi said in a post on X. Israel […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 20:32

Cyprus sees tourism arrivals decline by 6.5 per cent

Tourism is closely tied to national stability, with arrivals down 6.5 per cent, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Tuesday. Speaking at the presentation of the new development tourism strategy of the Municipality of Paralimni-Deryneia, Christodoulides outlined the effects of the ongoing geopolitical challenges in the Middle East and Europe, emphasising that these had inevitably impacted […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 20:01

Two remanded over Limassol kiosk explosion

Two men, aged 44 and 45, arrested in connection with an explosion outside a kiosk in Limassol last month were remanded in police custody on Tuesday. The blast occurred at around 1am on April 18 and caused damage to the front of the kiosk. Police secured testimony linking the two suspects to the case and […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 20:01

Paphos memorial event honours Pontic genocide victims

Cyprus marked the Pontic genocide with remembrance events in Paphos on Tuesday. Representing President Nikos Christodoulides at an event held in Kato Paphos, Presidential Commissioner Marios Hartsiotis said the anniversary carries significance for all those who believe in justice, freedom and human dignity. Hartsiotis said this year’s theme, Pontus Lives, reflected the survival of Pontic […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 19:56

Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo named to record 6th World Cup roster

Cristiano Ronaldo and the World Cup continue to be an inseparable pair as the star Portugal forward was just named to his record sixth tournament going back to 2006. Portugal manager Roberto Martinez named a full roster plus a few hopefuls to his list of players for the World Cup, which starts next month in […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 19:54

Cyprus Bouldering Festival returns to Ineia

Cyprus are you ready to climb? The Cyprus Bouldering Festival is set to return this weekend in the scenic village of Ineia, Paphos, bringing together climbers, outdoor enthusiasts, and the wider community for a unique celebration of sport, nature and connection. Organised by the Athletic Club Shinosintrofia, the festival has established itself as a key […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 19:51

Bird flu found in polar bear in Europe for first time

Bird flu has been detected in a dead polar bear in the Arctic Svalbard archipelago, the first time the virus has been found in the species in Europe, a Norwegian government agency said on Tuesday. The Norwegian Veterinary Institute said in a statement it had also detected bird flu in a dead walrus on Svalbard, […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 19:44

Nestle and Danone face fresh scrutiny over infant formula recalls

Nestle NESN.S and Danone DANO.PA are facing fresh scrutiny over the handling of infant formula contamination after reports published on Tuesday by French, Belgian and Swiss public media questioned the speed of recalls of potentially harmful products. The investigation by Radio France, RTBF and RTS said Nestle had delayed alerting European authorities about the presence […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 19:17

President’s trip to India ‘very important’

President Nikos Christodoulides said on Tuesday his upcoming visit to India marks a crucial point in the further strengthening of the “already excellent” relationship between Cyprus and India. “This is a very important trip, following the visit of the Prime Minister of the country to Cyprus last June, where the foundations were laid for a […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 19:16

Cyprus-UK relations ‘good in general’

Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas on Tuesday met British Defence Secretary John Healey in London to discuss geopolitical developments and the security of civilians living near the British bases on the island, reiterating the need for their full protection. “This is a permanent concern for us when difficult situations arise in the volatile region of the […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 18:11

Two-time winner Alcaraz out of Wimbledon with injury

Carlos Alcaraz will skip Wimbledon and the grass-court season as he recovers from a wrist injury that also saw him withdraw from the French Open, the world number two said on Tuesday. “My recovery is going well and I feel much better, but unfortunately I’m still not ready to be able to play, and that’s […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 18:09

UK’s Channel 4 removes ‘Married at First Sight’ show after rape report

British broadcaster Channel 4 removed all previous seasons of “Married at First Sight” – one of its flagship reality shows – on Monday after a BBC report detailing allegations of rape during the filming of the series. Channel 4, a publicly owned but commercially funded broadcaster, said it had launched a review into contributor welfare […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 17:22

Cyprus 13-week treasury bills approach maturity date

The Finance Ministry on Tuesday confirmed that trading in the 13-week Treasury Bills of the second 2026 issuance will end on May 25, 2026, ahead of their maturity on May 29, 2026. The announcement concerns Cyprus Treasury Bills 13-week 2nd issue 2026, identified under code TB13B26 and listed on the regulated market as a government […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 17:21

Cabinet moves bring Cyprus gas one step closer to market

Decisions taken by cabinet on Tuesday set in motion the process for taking the first Cypriot natural gas to market, Energy Minister Michael Damianos said on Tuesday. “With steady steps and specific planning, we are moving ahead to actions leading to the production of the first Cypriot natural gas by early 2028,” he said. The […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 17:04

Wildfire response exercise held in Troodos

A large-scale wildfire response exercise involving ground and aerial forces was carried out on Tuesday near the Troodos village of Kapedes in the Nicosia district as part of national forest fire preparedness planning. Officials said the exercise aimed “to evaluate the effectiveness” of the national wildfire response framework while strengthening operational readiness and coordination between […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 16:49

Man remanded for six days after pensioner abducted, robbed

A 24-year-old man was remanded in custody for six days on Tuesday in connection with the alleged abduction and robbery of a 69-year-old woman in a village in the Nicosia district. Police said the suspect was arrested as part of an investigation into offences including kidnapping and theft. The incident began on Friday afternoon when […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 16:34

Erhurman says north has ‘failed to give young people the future they deserve’

The north and its ‘governments’ had failed to create the conditions young people deserve, Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman said on Tuesday while calling for a new generation to lead change. In a social media post, Erhurman said it was difficult to claim that younger generations had been given opportunities and conditions worthy of their […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 16:22

Pharmacists urged to protect beneficiaries’ personal data

The use of personal data in pharmacies must be carried out discreetly, the Health Insurance Organisation (HIO) said on Tuesday, urging pharmacists to ensure that personal data is kept confidential at all times. “In the event that beneficiaries notice their personal data being read aloud within earshot of third parties while filling their prescriptions or […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 16:15

E-scooter age limit rise to 17 goes into force

New legislation regulating the use of e-scooters came into force on Tuesday, raising the minimum age for riders to 17 and introducing stricter rules. The police said the amendments concern “personal mobility devices”, including e-scooters, and were published in the official gazette last month. Under the new framework, only people aged 17 and over will […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 16:11

Bank of Cyprus admits new shares to trading after incentive payouts

The Bank of Cyprus (BoC) on Tuesday announced that 276,274 new shares issued to senior executives under incentive schemes will begin trading on May 20, 2026, on both Euronext Athens and the Cyprus Stock Exchange (CSE). The Bank of Cyprus said the shares were issued and allocated on March 18, 2026 and April 2, 2026 […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 16:10

Enlargement ‘indispensable’ for EU, Raouna says

Enlargement is an “indispensable commitment” for the European Union, European Affairs Deputy Minister Marilena Raouna said on Tuesday as she opened a European Parliament debate on the governance of the bloc. “Our union is a project that has constantly evolved, not despite crises, but because of them, in many cases, because it is those moments […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 15:57

Central Bank of Cyprus announces upcoming bank holiday branch closures

The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) on Tuesday issued an official public notice announcing that all banking institutions across the island will be closed to the public on June 1, 2026. The scheduled operational shutdown is being implemented in observance of the Pentecost bank holiday. All normal over-the-counter financial services will be temporarily suspended for […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 15:55

Renovation of historic Ayios Ioannis area in Larnaca begins

A major urban regeneration project in the historic are of Ayios Ioannis, Larnaca, has entered the implementation phase after a construction contract was signed on Monday. The municipality said the project will enhance the historic core, improving public spaces’ functionality, accessibility and appearance. The works will fully upgrade the area, including road network reconstruction, pavement […]

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