Chinook helicopters ready at British bases for firefighting
There will be a Chinook helicopter ready to be airborne at the British bases at all times during the summer firefighting season, British Forces Cyprus announced on Tuesday. “The Chinook…
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Kassianidou: protecting culture and heritage a key EU priority
The protection of culture and heritage is a key priority for Cyprus, Deputy Culture Minister Vasiliki Kassianidou said on Tuesday during an informal meeting of EU culture ministers in Nicosia.…
Akel defers House presidency decision
Akel’s politburo decided on Tuesday to refer discussions on the election of the next House president to the party’s central committee, which is due to meet on Wednesday. The politburo…
‘Shameful scenes’: Paphos criticised over Kataklysmos waste
Shameful scenes of waste were left behind after the Kataklysmos festival in Paphos, acting mayor Angelos Onisiforou said on Tuesday. Stall operators responsible for the waste will not get a…
Dam levels almost double those of last year
The water levels in Cypriot dams currently stand at 42.4 per cent, having almost doubled from 21.6 per cent at the same time last year, government data showed on Tuesday.…
Farmers agree to accept livestock culling
Farmers’ representatives have agreed to accept the culling of livestock on farms where foot and mouth disease has been detected, Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou said on Tuesday, following a meeting…
Cyprus receives 48 antiquities repatriated from Greece
Forty-eight Cypriot antiquities dating from the early bronze age to the medieval period have been returned to Cyprus from Greece and were on Tuesday formally handed over to the Cyprus…
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BirdLife calls on new parliament to prioritise environmental issues
The protection of biodiversity must be prioritised by the new parliament, BirdLife said on Tuesday, warning the new MPs they are taking office at a time when Cyprus is facing…
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Christodoulides likely to seek re-election in 2028
President Nikos Christodoulides will likely run for re-election in 2028, one of his top aides revealed on Tuesday. Deputy government spokesman Yiannis Antoniou offered a first glimpse into the incumbent…
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Theatre is pillar of Cyprus’ cultural identity, president says
Theatre is a fundamental pillar of Cyprus’ cultural self-awareness, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Tuesday during the Thoc Theatre Awards ceremony for 2025 in Nicosia, describing culture as a source…
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EU focuses on agricultural resilience and food security
Agricultural resilience and food security were at the centre of discussions during the European Union’s Agriculture and Fisheries Council meeting in Brussels on Tuesday, held under the Cyprus presidency, as…
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No culling planned at infected Pachna farm, veterinary services say
Veterinary services on Tuesday said no culling had been planned at the infected small farm in Pachna, based on conditions in the area at the time and the need to…
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No plans to replace police chief or justice minister, president says
President Nikos Christodoulides on Tuesday said there is no rift between the police chief and the justice minister, dismissing speculation over possible changes to either position. Speaking on arrival at…
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British Bases provide financial support to Ayia Napa municipal districts
The British Bases’ civil administration has provided financial assistance to the Ayia Napa municipality for the municipal districts of Avgorou, Liopetri and Achna, parts of which fall within the Dhekelia…
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Government will work with all parties where common ground exists, Papadopoulos says
The government will cooperate with all political parties where there is alignment on its policy agenda, Director of the president’s press office Victor Papadopoulos said on Tuesday, following the outcome…
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Almost half of voters will not be represented in new House
Almost half the electorate will not be represented in the new parliament, having either abstained or voted for parties that failed to gain a seat in the legislature, an analyst…
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Fidias accused of dishonesty after foregoing parliament seat
Former European commissioner Androulla Vassiliou on Tuesday accused social media influencer Fidias Panayiotou of dishonesty after he decided not to take the seat in parliament to which he had been…
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‘Europe needs modern space rules to boost competitiveness’
Europe needs a modern regulatory framework for space that inspires confidence among operators, investors and citizens, Deputy Research Minister Nikodemos Damianou said on Tuesday at the opening of the high-level…
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North’s electricity prices rise by 22%
Electricity prices in the north are to increase by 22 per cent from next Monday, the Turkish Cypriot electricity authority Kib-Tek announced on Tuesday. For residential properties paying the flat-rate…
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Akel takes most votes among UK Cypriots
Akel won the most votes of any party among Cypriots who voted in the United Kingdom, taking 38.2 per cent of votes cast at the two polling stations set up…
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Motorcyclist hospitalised after collision in Paphos
A motorcyclist was taken to hospital following a traffic collision in Paphos on Monday. According to police, the incident occurred after a bike crashed into a car on the road…
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Tychikos alleges Archbishop and Phedonos ‘conspired to oust him’
Former Paphos bishop Tychikos on Monday accused Archbishop Georgios and former Paphos mayor Phedonas Phedonos of conspiring against him, as tensions intensified over the process to appoint his successor. The…
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Farmers yet again seek presidential meeting as negotiations stall
Consultations between veterinary services, livestock farmers and agricultural organisations failed to produce any major breakthrough on Monday, as farming representatives reiterated their demand to seek a meeting with President Nikos…
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Alma admits disappointment with underwhelming election result
Alma acknowledged on Monday that its entry into parliament fell short of expectations, while insisting the result still marked a significant political breakthrough for the movement after securing four seats…
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Cyprus showcases Galileo’s life-saving role during EU Space Days exercise
Cyprus showcased its strategic role in Europe’s satellite-enabled search-and-rescue network on Monday, as the Joint Rescue Coordination Centre (JRCC) in Larnaca hosted a live demonstration exercise as part of the…
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Rain and storms to continue despite rising temperatures
Unsettled weather will continue through the coming days, with isolated rain and thunderstorms forecast despite a gradual rise in temperatures. According to the Met Office, the weather is expected to…
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Turkish Cypriot Mesaoria mayor cleared of all charges in water tank theft case
Turkish Cypriot Mesaoria mayor Ahmet Latif was on Monday cleared of all charges by a court in Trikomo after being accused of stealing a water tank from a disused milk factory.…
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New MPs to earn €5,500 a month
The 56 MPs elected or re-elected to parliament will take home €5,500 a month, while the House president makes far more, official data showed on Monday. According to state treasury…
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Protest held outside Paphos hall in support of former bishop Tychikos
Supporters of former Paphos bishop Tychikos gathered on Monday outside the Paphos municipal hall, voicing opposition to the procedures underway for the election of his replacement following his removal from…
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Wall collapse prompts emergency response in Larnaca
Emergency services were mobilised in Larnaca on Monday following the collapse of part of a residential structure, with authorities initially assessing whether anyone might be trapped before confirming that three…
Crime
Revised indictment filed in Thanasis Nicolaou private prosecution case
Court proceedings in the private criminal prosecution brought by the family of Thanasis Nicolaou advanced, after prosecutors submitted a revised indictment against five former officials, with preliminary objections now scheduled…
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10,000 new cars each year putting strain on Limassol roads
A number of projects aimed at easing traffic congestion in Limassol will be set in motion, the government pledged on Monday. Transport Minister Alexis Vafeades held a brainstorming meeting with…
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Excavations continue for missing persons in north
Excavations by the Committee on Missing Persons (CMP) are progressing across multiple sites, as two people have been identified this year, Turkish Cypriot member of the committee Haki Muftuzade said…
Crime
Pyla torture case returns to court amid detention challenge
Two defendants accused in the Pyla torture case appeared before the Larnaca permanent criminal court on Monday, with one alleging abusive prosecution and the other challenging his continued detention. The…
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Health minister warns over new nicotine products targeting youth
Health Minister Neophytos Charalambides warned on Monday that new tobacco and nicotine products are targeting young people through social media, flavourings and attractive packaging. Speaking ahead of World No Tobacco…
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Eleven women elected to new Cyprus parliament
Eleven women on Sunday secured seats in Cyprus’ new House of Representatives, marking the highest level of female parliamentary representation in the country’s history, though women still account for less…