Duty-free tobacco, diesel and drugs seized at crossing points
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Duty-free tobacco, diesel and drugs seized at crossing points

Duty-free tobacco products, diesel and drugs at the Ledra Street, Kato Pyrgos and Ayios Dometios crossing points have been seized, the customs department announced on Wednesday. In the early hours of Monday, customs officers at the Ledra Street crossing point stopped a Romanian woman who has previously been involved in similar offences. During a search, […]

04.03.2026 11:34
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Spain’s Sanchez to Trump: ‘You cannot play Russian roulette with the destiny of millions’
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Spain’s Sanchez to Trump: ‘You cannot play Russian roulette with the destiny of millions’

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez on Wednesday doubled down on his opposition to the attack on Iran by the U.S. and Israel, warning that the conflict risked playing “Russian roulette” with the lives of millions. Sanchez was responding after U.S. President Donald Trump threatenedtocut trade with Madrid over its position on the conflict. “This is how humanity’s […]

04.03.2026 11:30
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Dual British–Cypriot Nationals now required to use UK passports for entry into the United Kingdom
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Dual British–Cypriot Nationals now required to use UK passports for entry into the United Kingdom

A significant change affecting dual British–Cypriot nationals has now come into effect. As of 25 February 2026, individuals who hold both British and Cypriot citizenship must enter the United Kingdom exclusively using their British passport. This update follows new guidance issued by the UK authorities and communicated publicly by the Cyprus High Commission in London. […]

04.03.2026 11:20
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New citizen service centre opens in Athienou
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New citizen service centre opens in Athienou

The Cyprus Post on Tuesday announced the start of operations of a new citizen service centre housed at the Athienou Post Office, 33A 1st April Street, Athienou. The centre will offer all standard services, except for passport and ID card issuance, which is expected to be available in the second half of 2026.

04.03.2026 11:02
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Take a breath in silence
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Take a breath in silence

I often find myself saying to stressed, overworked, younger friends, ‘Take a breath; take time for yourself.’ It’s an old saying – take a breather, and it’s one of the most sensible self-therapies we can offer a tired life and mind. Most of us take the air we breathe for granted, but asthma sufferers know […]

04.03.2026 11:00
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What are we preparing young people for?
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What are we preparing young people for?

By Lucy Gill-Simmen The UK’s proposed post-16 education and skills policy promises a nation “where nobody is left behind”. The country’s modern industrial strategy 2025 talks of a workforce ready for a decade of growth, green jobs and artificial intelligence. It is the language of momentum and modernity, and reflects a situation faced by educators […]

04.03.2026 11:00
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Cyprus to begin repatriation flights for citizens in Middle East crisis zones

Cyprus to begin repatriation flights for citizens in Middle East crisis zones

Cyprus will begin repatriation flights for Cypriot nationals located in areas affected by the Middle East crisis, Government Spokesperson Konstantinos Letymbiotis has said. Letymbiotis also announced that, following President Nikos Christodoulides’ recent call with the German chancellor to explore possible German support for Cyprus’ preventive security measures — similar to assistance already provided by France […]

04.03.2026 10:45
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Cypriot airspace ‘closed’ – reports
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Cypriot airspace ‘closed’ – reports

Cypriot airspace was closed on Wednesday morning, according to reports. Reuters reported that following the detection of a suspicious object close to Lebanese airspace, the government decided to close Cypriot airspace. It was also reported that a passenger flight from Athens which was bound for Larnaca was turned back to Athens. More to follow…

04.03.2026 10:39
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Air alert over Cyprus triggers fighter jet scramble
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Air alert over Cyprus triggers fighter jet scramble

An air security alert was raised on Wednesday morning after information emerged about a suspicious object heading towards Cyprus, prompting precautionary measures at the United States embassy in Nicosia and the scrambling of Greek fighter jets. According to information broadcast by CyBC, the alert was triggered at around 9.30am. Staff at the United States embassy […]

04.03.2026 10:34
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Italy mulls sending frigate to Cyprus after drone strike
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Italy mulls sending frigate to Cyprus after drone strike

The Italian government is on Wednesday considering deploying a frigate to Cypriot waters, according to reports, after France and Greece did the same in the aftermath of a drone hitting the island earlier in the week. According to Italian newspaper La Repubblica, the country’s government is considering “moving an Italian frigate near Cypriot territory to […]

04.03.2026 10:30
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Over 650 fake euro notes found in Cyprus last year
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Over 650 fake euro notes found in Cyprus last year

In 2025, 670 counterfeit euro banknotes of various denominations were withdrawn from circulation, a figure 17.1 per cent higher than 2024, the Central Bank announced on Wednesday. It said the €50 note had the highest rate of counterfeiting in Cyprus, accounting for 45.4 per cent of the total. The European Central Bank announced that during […]

04.03.2026 10:25
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Attempted murder suspect escapes custody, flees to Romania
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Attempted murder suspect escapes custody, flees to Romania

A 32-year-old foreign national accused of attempted murder escaped custody and left Cyprus for Romania, authorities confirmed on Wednesday, prompting an internal investigation into failures by state services. The suspect was due to appear before a criminal court on February 3 in connection with a stabbing in Larnaca. Instead, he was transferred to Athalassa hospital […]

04.03.2026 10:18
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EndoMarch Cyprus 2026: island takes part in world Endometriosis drive
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EndoMarch Cyprus 2026: island takes part in world Endometriosis drive

March is Endometriosis Awareness Month, and EndoMarch Cyprus is participating in the global Worldwide EndoMarch movement for the 11th consecutive year. Cyprus joins forces with 75 other countries, advocating for early diagnosis and proper management of endometriosis, a painful chronic gynaecological condition affecting between 400 million and 1.5 billion women worldwide. The non-profit organisation EndoMarch […]

04.03.2026 10:08
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Iranians to bid farewell to late Supreme Leader Khamenei at Tehran ceremony
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Iranians to bid farewell to late Supreme Leader Khamenei at Tehran ceremony

Iranians will bid farewell to late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei at a ceremony in Tehran late on Wednesday, a senior Iranian official told state media. Hojjatoleslam Mahmoudi, head of Iran’s Islamic Propagation Council, said the farewell ceremony would continue for three days and the funeral procession will be announced later. The official said the […]

04.03.2026 10:02
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Documentary screening reveals the stories of Armenians
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Documentary screening reveals the stories of Armenians

The stories of millions of Armenians and Turks, lost families and hidden faces are coming to the big screen as a documentary screening at AG Leventis Gallery this March 18 presents Armenians: The Hidden Grandmothers. Directed by Alexandra Routhiau Mikaélian, the film follows the story of a French woman of Armenian descent, who made a […]

04.03.2026 09:51
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Cyprus Biological Society names EUC academic as honorary member
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Cyprus Biological Society names EUC academic as honorary member

European University Cyprus proudly announces the appointment of its Vice Rector for Research and External Affairs and Professor of Molecular Biology, Dr Panayiotis Papageorgis, as an Honorary Member of the Cyprus Biological Society (CBS). This honorary distinction recognises his significant scientific and research contribution to the advancement of biological sciences and biomedical research in Cyprus […]

04.03.2026 09:50
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Repatriation flight for Cypriots departs today from Dubai
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Repatriation flight for Cypriots departs today from Dubai

A repatriation flight bringing Cypriots home from the Middle East is scheduled to depart today, Wednesday, from Dubai, as part of an organised effort to return stranded nationals. Cyprus Airways flight CYP107 is expected to leave Dubai international airport this afternoon at 2.00pm Cyprus time and arrive at Larnaca later this evening for 6.35pm, subject […]

04.03.2026 09:20
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Cyprus warns of delays in international mail due to flight disruptions

Cyprus warns of delays in international mail due to flight disruptions

Cyprus’ postal service has said that overseas mail will be dispatched only when flights are available, as widespread cancellations and schedule changes continue to affect airlines. The Department of Postal Services said the situation remains “highly fluid,” with frequent disruptions to flight timetables. As a result, delays are expected both in sending items abroad and […]

04.03.2026 09:15
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Greek frigates Kimon and Psara arrive in Cyprus
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Greek frigates Kimon and Psara arrive in Cyprus

The Greek naval Belharra class frigates, the Kimon and Psara, arrived in Cypriot waters early on Wednesday. The two vessels entered the republic’s maritime zone shortly after dawn and have been operating within its boundaries since their arrival, according to defence sources. Their deployment follows a series of military and diplomatic moves by Athens aimed […]

04.03.2026 08:50
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US authorises departure of non-essential personnel from Cyprus
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US authorises departure of non-essential personnel from Cyprus

The United States has authorised the departure of non-essential government personnel and their family members from Cyprus, while urging American citizens to reconsider travel to the island, citing heightened security risks linked to the expanding conflict with Iran. In a security alert issued on Wednesday, the US state department said the decision was taken “due […]

04.03.2026 08:18
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Woolworth and Ermes set annual general meetings
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Woolworth and Ermes set annual general meetings

Woolworth (Cyprus) Properties Plc and Ermes Department Stores Plc have announced that they will hold their annual general meetings at their registered office in Nicosia. Firstly, Woolworth (Cyprus) Properties Plc said that its meeting will take place at 10.30 a.m. at Shacolas House, 200 Limassol Avenue, 2025 Strovolos, Nicosia. Meanwhile, Ermes Department Stores Plc stated […]

04.03.2026 08:18
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US assault on Iran ahead of schedule, says US Middle East Commander
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US assault on Iran ahead of schedule, says US Middle East Commander

The U.S. assault on Iran was ahead of schedule, said the top American commander for the Middle East, as Israel and the U.S. targeted sites deep inside the country, and Iran carried out strikes around the Gulf. The five-day-old war continued to rattle global markets, as airline and tourism industries scrambled to deal with more […]

04.03.2026 07:52
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