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Suspended Lefkoniko mayor responds to domestic violence allegations

Suspended Lefkoniko mayor, Pieris Gypsiotis, broke his silence on Tuesday after being placed on mandatory leave pending criminal investigations, alleging that his ousting was driven by political machinations. In a public statement issued on social media, Gypsiotis sought to reassure residents of Lefkoniko that municipal governance would continue unhindered and that he would remain “engaged […]

17.02.2026 20:35

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Great interest shown in creating energy storage systems

Businesses and individuals alike have shown a great deal of interest in solar parks and electrical storage systems, according to data heard in parliament on Tuesday. The data was provided as background for an ongoing discussion of a bill tabled by opposition party Akel aiming to curb the granting of permits for commercial solar parks […]

17.02.2026 20:09

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Businessman freed as court probes second suspect in Limassol arson case

A 49-year-old businessman arrested over the arson of a luxury car showroom in Limassol was released on Tuesday after a court ruled that the evidence did not justify continued detention, while a 28-year-old suspect remained in custody. Investigators told the court that analysis of surveillance footage pointed to “the possible involvement of a second individual”, […]

17.02.2026 19:57

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Local orchestra to play Cyprus sounds

Up next in the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra’s calendar is the Premiere 4 concert series, which will bring together musicians and audiences in Nicosia and Larnaca. The featured soloist this time is the orchestra’s former principal cellist, Peter Gospodinov, and now solo cellist at the Kuopio Symphony Orchestra in Finland. Under the direction of the reputable […]

17.02.2026 19:52

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Fidias claims entering politics cost him ‘billions’

Independent MEP Fidias Panayiotou remarked he would “probably be a billionaire” had he not entered politics, presenting himself as a reluctant public figure whose online success was derailed by holding office. Speaking in podcasts broadcast on Tuesday, Panayiotou said traditional media either “fight me or accuse me unjustly”, arguing that his preference for YouTube reflects […]

17.02.2026 19:43

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Worker falls to death at construction site in Lakatamia

A 43-year-old foreign national died on Tuesday after falling while working on an apartment building under construction in the Lakatamia area of Nicosia. Colleagues reportedly attempted to take the man to hospital in a private vehicle before meeting an ambulance that had been called to the scene, where upon he was declared dead on site. […]

17.02.2026 19:16

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Phedonos rejects allegations, swears vengeance on ‘smear campaign’

Suspended Paphos mayor Phedonas Phedonos responded on Tuesday to ongoing allegations concerning embezzlement and administrative malpractice, lambasting the accusations as part of an “organised smear campaign”. The mayor, who is currently on mandatory leave, stressed that the municipality remains “the only one in Cyprus with audited accounts up to 2024,” whereas other municipalities accounts extend […]

17.02.2026 19:02

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Legal service weighs next steps after golden passports acquittal

The legal service said on Tuesday it would decide within days how to proceed following the acquittal of former house president Demetris Syllouris and former MP Christakis Giovannis in the high-profile Al Jazeera golden passports case. “Both the majority and the minority verdict will be studied and within the next few days we will make […]

17.02.2026 18:51

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Change in mindset needed at land registry says audit office

The waiting time for a site or cadastral surveys from the land registry averages out at 17 months, and in some cases it can take 16 years, the auditor-general said in a damning report published on Tuesday. A cadastral survey is a type of land survey that defines, maps, and marks the legal, physical boundaries […]

17.02.2026 18:24

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Man arrested for vehicle theft following car chase with SBA Police

A man who crashed a stolen vehicle into a Sovereign Base Areas Police car during a pursuit in Xylophagou has been arrested and remanded in custody until his trial begins on February 26 according to officials. The arrest on February 11 followed a Cyprus Police tip-off to Dhekelia Police Response Officers that a single cabin […]

17.02.2026 18:15

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Why analysts believe Mutuum Finance (MUTM) is the only DeFi crypto asset capable of a 2026 moonshot

Across the crypto market, attention is slowly shifting away from assets that merely hold value toward those that actively generate it. While established tokens trade sideways, a growing number of analysts are pointing to Mutuum Finance (MUTM) as a rare exception—a project structured to deliver exponential growth.  Unlike platforms that rely on speculation, Mutuum combines […]

17.02.2026 18:10

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Initiative launched to install desalination plants at hotels

An initiative to assist hotels to install private desalination units, aiming to enhance water security as dam levels continue to decline, was announced by the agriculture ministry on Tuesday. Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou outlined the initiative’s goal to expedite project implementation. She highlighted plans to simplify licensing processes and introduced a €3 million grant scheme […]

17.02.2026 18:06

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Cyprus Presidency secures €90bn loan package for Ukraine

The Economic and Financial Affairs Council (Ecofin), which convened under the Cyprus Presidency on Tuesday, has agreed on a €90 billion loan package for Ukraine to cover the country’s financing needs for 2026 and 2027. The agreement, reached in cooperation with the European Parliament and the European Commission, provides for the disbursement of funds from […]

17.02.2026 18:00

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Greek Cypriot released on bail in north

A Greek Cypriot man detained in the north was released with conditions by the district court in northern Nicosia on Tuesday, the government confirmed, while he is due to appear before a military tribunal on Thursday for a separate offence. The man was arrested last Tuesday near Yerolakkos while collecting wild herbs and asparagus, after […]

17.02.2026 17:32

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Vafeades to brief Larnaca authorities on marina study later this week

Transport minister Alexis Vafeades will brief Larnaca’s development committee on Friday regarding the findings of a study into the future of the city’s port and marina, authorities confirmed on Tuesday. Vafeades is expected to present the study’s conclusions, and outline available options for the stalled projects. Larnaca mayor Andreas Vyras said the discussion that will […]

17.02.2026 17:17

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Establishment of Athens Kapodistrian University branch in Cyprus ‘a milestone’

The establishment of a branch of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens in Cyprus constitutes a milestone in the effort for the further internationalisation and upgrading of higher education in the country, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Tuesday. He was speaking at an event in Athens to officially establish the branch in Cyprus, saying […]

17.02.2026 17:11

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Demetra Holdings purchases another 6,100 of its own shares

Demetra Holdings Plc has announced that on February 16, 2026, it repurchased 6,100 of its own shares through the Cyprus Investment & Securities Corporation Ltd (CISCO). The buyback follows the authorisation provided at the company’s annual general meeting held on June 24, 2025. All shares were acquired at a price of 1.505 cents each. The […]

17.02.2026 17:02

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Cyprus posts strongest annual GDP growth in EU, Eurostat says

Cyprus recorded the highest annual economic growth among EU member states with available data, according to figures released by Eurostat. The country’s GDP grew by 1.4% in volume terms in the fourth quarter of 2025 compared with the previous quarter. Year‑on‑year, Cyprus posted a 4.5% increase — the strongest annual performance in the bloc. Across […]

17.02.2026 17:00

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Demetroui killers face new trial over alleged €188,000 robbery

Five people – four of whom have been convicted for the murder of Demetris Andronikou, known as Demetroui – were referred to a direct trial before Larnaca criminal court on Tuesday, facing robbery charges. The suspects, aged 43, 42, 41, 29 and 27, have been charged with the burglary of the house of a businessman […]

17.02.2026 16:56

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Parliament debates refugee property compensation

A proposal to create a national fund to compensate owners for the loss of use of properties in the north was discussed by the House refugees committee on Tuesday. The discussion centred on a bill submitted last September by Disy, alongside amendments tabled by Akel, with the finance ministry assuring MPs that draft regulations are […]

17.02.2026 16:49

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Government seeks to resolve 20-year hotel licensing deadlock

Cyprus has significantly increased the number of licensed hotels, with the share rising to around 45 per cent from just 5-6 per cent in 2023, Deputy Minister of Tourism Kostas Koumis told parliament on Tuesday, as authorities seek to resolve a regulatory issue pending for nearly two decades. The Deputy Minister appeared before the House […]

17.02.2026 16:45

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Larnaca pilot academy to host virtual information day

Wizz Air on Tuesday announced that it will host an online open day for the Wizz Air Pilot Academy in Larnaca tomorrow, following strong interest recorded at its most recent in-person event. The online open day will take place 17:00 Cyprus time and will feature a detailed presentation of the academy’s structure and training pathway. […]

17.02.2026 16:39

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Blood bank needs to raise blood supply

Highlighting ongoing concerns over the adequacy of blood supplies, Health Minister Neophytos Charalambides visited the blood centre in Yeri on Tuesday. He acknowledged that shortages arise from time to time, describing the issue as a serious concern requiring immediate action. The minister said he has asked the Blood Bank to submit suggestions to strengthen reserves […]

17.02.2026 16:28

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CFA’s Koumas to appear in court on Friday

Former Cyprus Football Association president Giorgos Koumas will make his first court appearance on Friday after being formally served with an indictment in a criminal case concerning possible conflict of interest, police confirmed on Tuesday. The indictment includes two separate offences, the first relating to the manipulation of sports events and the second the alleged […]

17.02.2026 16:23

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