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Greece announces aid worth 500 million euros to contain impact of Iran war on households

Greece on Wednesday announced 500 million euros in extra aid to households and farmers struggling with the impact of the Iran war after a higher primary budget surplus for 2025 offered headroom for fresh support. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said the government will offer a mix of emergency and permanent measures, which include extending fuel […]

22.04.2026 14:58

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Giant squid found on Paphos beach

Beachgoers in Paphos got more than they bargained for this week after a giant squid was found washed up on the shore near the lighthouse. The unusual discovery was made by a passerby out for a walk, who stumbled across the motionless creature on the sand and quickly shared photos to a social media group. […]

22.04.2026 14:56

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UK lawmakers approve lifetime smoking ban for today’s under-18s

Children in Britain who are 17 or younger, and anyone born in the future, will never be able to legally buy cigarettes after lawmakers approved new stricter restrictions on smoking. The Tobacco and Vapes Bill raises the legal age for buying tobacco by one year, every year, starting with people born on or after January […]

22.04.2026 14:49

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Cyprus projects recognised in major EU cultural heritage awards

Cyprus has two cultural heritage projects recognised in the European Heritage Awards/Europa Nostra Awards 2026, placing the country in a prominent position ahead of the awards ceremony in Nicosia in May. The winning projects are “The Cypriot Violinist” and “Sector 2: Nicosia – The Green Line Programme”. They are among the highest recognitions for cultural […]

22.04.2026 14:48

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Iran seizes ships in Strait of Hormuz after Trump calls off attacks

Iran seized two ships in the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday, tightening its grip on the strategic waterway after President Donald Trump called off attacks indefinitely with no sign of peace talks restarting. Iran’s semi-official Tasnim news agency said the Revolutionary Guards had seized two vessels for maritime violations and escorted them to Iranian shores. […]

22.04.2026 14:40

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Disy leader calls on people to vote in upcoming elections

A month before the parliamentary elections and just a day before the House dissolves, Disy leader Annita Demetriou has urged people to exercise their right to vote by scrutinising the ballot papers and choosing those candidates that could best represent them for the next five years. The outgoing House president said future MPs would need […]

22.04.2026 14:40

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Cyprus forest cover rate at 18.6 per cent

Less than one quarter, around 18.6 per cent, of Cyprus’ total area are covered by forests, ranking the island below overall European levels, according to data published by Eurostat on Wednesday. According to the report, forests covered 39 per cent of the EU’s total land area in 2023, with the highest rates recorded in Finland, […]

22.04.2026 14:36

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Search warrant challenge in ‘Sandy’ case heads to Supreme Court

An application to annul a search warrant issued in the high-profile ‘Sandy’ case will be heard before the Supreme Court on Thursday at 8.30am. The request concerns a warrant executed at the home of ‘Sandy’s’ former lawyer Nikos Clerides and is expected to be examined by Supreme Court judge Elena Efraim, in proceedings seen as […]

22.04.2026 14:15

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Limassol takes part in UN jazz day festival

Cyprus joins the global celebrations of International Jazz Day which this year honours jazz as “a universal language of freedom and unity,” with a special two-day event. On April 29 and 30, the International Jazz Days Cyprus Festival 2026 will bring the celebrations to the heart of Limassol, shining a spotlight on musicians who engage […]

22.04.2026 14:11

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Cyprus recorded one of the EU’s largest debt reductions in 2025

Cyprus maintained one of the strongest fiscal positions in the European Union in 2025, according to figures from Eurostat, recording a budget surplus while most member states posted deficits. Specifically, the figures showed that Cyprus was among only a handful of countries to achieve a government surplus (3.4 per cent of GDP), alongside Denmark (2.9 […]

22.04.2026 13:55

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Parliament scrambles to pass referred foreclosure laws before dissolution

Five laws concerning foreclosures have been sent back to parliament by President Nikos Christodoulides, who said they were unconstitutional, legally vague and may adversely affect the economy and banking system, it was reported on Wednesday. The laws had been voted by a rushed House plenum on April 6. The parliament’s finance committee will convene on […]

22.04.2026 13:37

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Urgent inspections of hazardous buildings in Larnaca

Immediate action is being taken on 15–20 high-risk buildings in Larnaca, local authorities said on Wednesday as they increase efforts to address unsafe properties that threaten public safety. A six-member team of engineers, technicians and municipal officers has already begun on-site inspections of the most dangerous buildings in the city. The move comes as part […]

22.04.2026 13:23

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Zelenskiy to attend EU informal summit in Cyprus

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy will brief EU leaders in person at the informal summit taking place in Cyprus on Thursday and Friday. Zelenskiy, who had initially been expected to address the informal meeting of EU heads of state and government via teleconference on developments in Russia’s war against Ukraine, will instead attend and deliver his […]

22.04.2026 13:12

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Farmers to stage protest as police brace themselves for arrival of EU leaders

Livestock farmers will be gathering on Thursday at Rizoelia roundabout in Larnaca to protest the ongoing mass culling of animals due to the foot and mouth outbreak, while the police will be present to ensure the demonstration does not affect the arrivals of EU leaders for the informal council in Ayia Napa. Spokeswoman for the […]

22.04.2026 13:07

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Royal Navy fliers pass six-week mark protecting Cyprus from drone and missile threats

Royal Navy fliers deployed to Cyprus have passed the six-week mark of safeguarding the island from drone and missile threats, amid heightened regional tensions following recent attacks on British bases. “Crews of Merlin and Wildcat helicopters have flown hundreds of hours of missions – sometimes regular patrols, sometimes scrambled to respond to possible threats – […]

22.04.2026 12:55

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Cyprus and Greece renew investment pact to boost cooperation

Invest Cyprus and Enterprise Greece have renewed their strategic memorandum of cooperation through a formal signing this week, deepening the investment ties between the two nations in order to attract high-value foreign capital. The expanded cooperation framework in the field of investment was signed on behalf of Cyprus by Invest Cyprus director general Marios Tannousis […]

22.04.2026 12:48

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Leptos Group unveils latest milestones at Limassol Blu Marine

The Leptos Group is proud to share significant progress at its flagship seafront development, Limassol Blu Marine, as construction advances rapidly and key infrastructure enhancements elevate the project’s value and accessibility.  The updated construction timelapse captures the dynamic evolution of the development, showcasing the scale, precision and pace at which Limassol Blu Marine is taking shape along […]

22.04.2026 12:46

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Cyprus posts €1.24 billion surplus — public debt falls to 55 per cent of GDP

Cyprus’ public finances remained healthy in 2025, with the state recording a budget surplus of €1.24 billion, according to preliminary fiscal results released on Wednesday by the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat). The results, which were audited and verified under the Excessive Deficit Procedure framework of the European Commission, showed that the surplus corresponds to 3.4 […]

22.04.2026 12:33

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Cyprus urges EU to prepare joint response plan if member state is attacked

President Nikos Christodoulides on Wednesday called on European Union leaders to begin preparing a coordinated response framework if a member state is attacked, stressing the need for greater readiness and clarity in how the bloc would act collectively. In a post on social media, Christodoulides said leaders gathering in Cyprus for an EU summit on […]

22.04.2026 12:26

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Cyprus can strengthen image of ‘trusted gateway’ for American investors

The American Chamber of Commerce in Cyprus (AmCham Cyprus) participated in the 10th Cyprus Professional Services Conference, held at the Hilton Nicosia Hotel on Tuesday, where it moderated a panel discussion on the US market. The session, titled “The USA Market High-Value Clients & High-Trust Expectations,” focused on how Cyprus can strengthen its position as […]

22.04.2026 12:19

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Police ‘Sandy’ probe at critical stage pending FBI arrival

Police investigations into the ‘Sandy’ case are entering a critical phase pending the arrival of FBI experts to assist in inquiries over the allegations made against prominent personalities, while Europol is continuing its forensic analysis of evidence. Police spokesman Vyron Vyronos told the Cyprus News Agency on Wednesday that procedures were under way to coordinate […]

22.04.2026 12:17

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Cyprus livestock farmers warn of escalating protests

Livestock farmers in Cyprus say they may step up their protests from Thursday, warning that they could even block ports and airports during the European Council summit due to be held on the island. Speaking on CyBC Radio, Stella Petrou — a representative of a group of farmers — accused authorities of lacking a clear […]

22.04.2026 12:15

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CBC reports sharp drop in bounced cheque registrations

The average monthly number of individuals and companies registered for issuing bounced cheques fell sharply in 2025, when compared with 2024, according to the Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC). The CBC reported that the average monthly number of registrations dropped by 47 per cent in the main file and by 23 per cent in the […]

22.04.2026 12:07

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ERB Asfalistiki donates second training system to Cyprus fire service

ERB Asfalistiki on Wednesday announced that it has bolstered the training capabilities of the Cyprus Fire Service by delivering a fire safety training simulator, marking the 25th consecutive year of its partnership with the service during Fire Safety Week 2026. “Let’s not leave our dreams turn into ashes!” was set as the central message of […]

22.04.2026 12:00

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