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Cyprus opened the filing period for 2025 tax returns

Cyprus opened the filing period for 2025 tax returns on 19 June through the TaxisNet system. Tax Commissioner Marios Michael said that, under a Cabinet decree, salaried employees, pensioners and self‑employed individuals must file a return if their total gross income for 2025 exceeds €19,500. He said there are no major changes compared with last […]

23.06.2026 08:59

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Defence sector set for export growth as Cyprus pursues new partnerships

Cyprus’ presence at Eurosatory 2026 in Paris has emphasised the country’s growing effort to turn its defence industry from a small research-led sector into a more outward-looking part of the economy, officials said. Speaking on CyBC’s daytime show ‘Apo Mera se Mera’, deputy secretary general of the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Keve) Andreas Andreou said Cypriot companies had presented defence and technology […]

23.06.2026 08:47

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Police probe TikTok opium ring after seizures exceed 20kg

Police believe they have dismantled a network suspected of distributing opiate-based substances through social media after a series of seizures exceeding 20 kilogrammes over the past ten days, with a 35-year-old man arrested in the latest operation. Investigators from the drug squad (Ykan) received information suggesting significant quantities of dried poppy pods were being circulated […]

23.06.2026 08:42

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Two test positive for drug driving during overnight police operations

Police carried out a series of coordinated operations nationwide throughout Monday night, resulting in four arrests, 247 traffic offence reports and two drivers testing positive in preliminary drug screenings. According to police, four people were arrested for offences including unlawful residence in the republic and various traffic-related violations. Officers also conducted extensive checks on motorists, […]

23.06.2026 08:32

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Seafarers should never become victims of conflict, says IMO

The International Maritime Organisation (IMO) has used this year’s Day of the Seafarer to call for greater protection for crews working in dangerous waters, warning that ships carry “more than cargo” when they pass through areas affected by conflict and geopolitical tension.  In a special message for the campaign, IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez said the day was an opportunity to recognise […]

23.06.2026 08:31

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Third arrest made in Famagusta drugs bust

A 37-year-old man was arrested on Tuesday in connection with a major drugs investigation in the Famagusta district, as police continue inquiries into the seizure of large quantities of suspected narcotics. The arrest follows the discovery of more than six kilograms of cannabis resin and one kilogram of synthetic cannabis powder, commonly known as kief. […]

23.06.2026 08:24

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Temperatures climb to 37C as clear conditions continue

Temperatures in Nicosia are expected to reach 37C on Tuesday as largely sunny weather continues across Cyprus. According to the met office, conditions will remain mostly clear throughout the day, although some cloud is expected to develop over Troodos around midday and during the early afternoon. Coastal cities will remain cooler, with highs of 29C […]

23.06.2026 08:16

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John Denholm takes helm at ICS as shipping faces new period of uncertainty

John Denholm CBE has been appointed chairman of the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS), succeeding Emanuele Grimaldi after four years at the head of the global shipowners’ body.  The decision was taken unanimously by the ICS Board of Directors at the organisation’s Annual General Meeting, held at Palazzo Valentini in Rome on June 22.  Denholm, a qualified chartered accountant, joined the […]

23.06.2026 08:11

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Russian strikes injure six in Ukraine as fuel crisis deepens into Siberia

Six people were wounded in Russian air strikes on Ukraine overnight on Tuesday, local authorities said, while Russia’s ongoing fuel crisis deepened into parts of Siberia. The strikes came in the wake of a Ukrainian attack on a plant producing electronics for missiles in Russia’s border Voronezh region on Monday that killed five people and […]

23.06.2026 08:04

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US waives Iran sanctions, Trump says he will ‘do what I have to’ if Tehran misbehaves

The United States waived sanctions on Iran for 60 days from Monday after the first talks under a nascent peace deal, with U.S. President Donald Trump saying he will “do what I have to do” if Iran does not stick to its side of the agreement. U.S. Vice President JD Vance said talks with Iranian […]

23.06.2026 07:59

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President briefes members of the National Council on the latest developments in Cyprus issue

Cyprus’ president briefed members of the National Council on the latest developments in the Cyprus issue and on contacts currently under way under UN auspices. Government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said after the meeting that all political parties acknowledged the renewed momentum created by the UN secretary‑general’s latest initiative. He said the Republic of Cyprus is […]

23.06.2026 07:58

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EU records €186.6 billion trade surplus with United Kingdom

The European Union recorded a significant €186.6 billion trade surplus with the United Kingdom during 2025, according to a report from Eurostat. The latest data indicates that the European Union exported goods worth €345.3 billion to the United Kingdom, while importing goods valued at €158.7 billion throughout the year. The report notes a historical shift […]

23.06.2026 07:40

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Cyprus Business Now: cost of living, state budget, tourism, students, startups

Cyprus’ hotel industry is looking to last-minute bookings to soften the impact of a difficult start to the summer season, although reservations remain below the levels hoteliers had expected, chairman of the Cyprus Hoteliers Association (Pasyxe) Thanos Michaelides said.  Speaking on CyBC’s daytime show ‘Apo Mera se Mera‘, Michaelides said the sector had come under pressure after developments in March triggered disruption […]

23.06.2026 07:30

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SK Hynix overtakes Samsung as South Korea’s most valuable firm

SK Hynix on Monday overtook Samsung Electronics to become South Korea’s most valuable listed company, marking a dramatic reversal of fortunes for a chipmaker that two decades ago ​nearly collapsed under debt. The company, now the dominant supplier of high-bandwidth memory (HBM) chips used in AI systems for customers such as Nvidia (NVDA.O) and Alphabet’s […]

23.06.2026 06:30

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Global business leaders back faster electrification shift

Companies including Nestle (NESN.S) ‌and Ikea (IKEA.UL) on Monday urged governments to make electrification central to their economic strategies, to help reduce exposure to volatile fossil fuel costs and bolster energy security. In an open statement seen by Reuters and ​backed by 112 businesses from sectors including industrials, consumer goods and healthcare, they ​said exposure […]

23.06.2026 06:00

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Pensions debate in Cyprus continues

Cyprus’ labour minister has decided to continue consultations with social partners on the planned pension reform. After a meeting of the Labour Advisory Body, Marinos Moushiouttas said the ministry had not circulated the final draft of the legislation, respecting a request from partners for more time before any decisions are taken. He added that the […]

23.06.2026 05:56

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Group I: Mbappé, Haaland score braces as France and Norway reach World Cup last 32

France cruise past Iraq as Mbappé hits milestone in storm-interrupted win Kylian Mbappe scored his second brace in as many matches as France eased into the last 32 with a 3-0 victory over Iraq on Monday in the first match of this World Cup beset by a lengthy weather stoppage. The goals for Mbappe, in […]

23.06.2026 05:40

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Invasive pufferfish pose ‘no threat to swimmers unless disturbed’

The invasive silver-cheeked toadfish poses no threat to bathers or swimmers, the fisheries department assured on Monday following recent reports and social media discussion suggesting the species could be dangerous to people in the water. Officials stressed there is no evidence of unprovoked attacks on humans and said concerns over swimmer safety have been exaggerated. […]

23.06.2026 04:24

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Our View: National Council’s role seems to be production of platitudes

Another National Council meeting was held on Monday so that President Nikos Christodoulides could inform the leaders of the parliamentary parties about the latest peace initiative undertaken by the UN. It is a streamlined national council as it now consists of just six leaders, two of whom – Odysseas Michaelides and Fidias Panayiotou – were […]

23.06.2026 04:20

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Cyprus Weather – Tuesday 23rd June

Tuesday will start mostly clear, but clouds developing after midday may bring an isolated shower, mainly in the mountains. Winds will be southwesterly to northwesterly, light to moderate at first, 3–4 Beaufort, strengthening later to moderate or strong, 4–5 Beaufort. Seas will be slight. Temperatures will reach about 37°C inland, 33°C on the southern, eastern […]

23.06.2026 04:02

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Cyprus presidency highlights progress on future of EU fisheries policy

Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou on Monday highlighted progress made during Cyprus’ EU presidency on the future of European fisheries, funding for the sector and preparations for the next phase of the Common Fisheries Policy (CFP). Speaking after the first day of the final Agriculture and Fisheries Council under the Cyprus presidency in Luxembourg, Panayiotou said […]

22.06.2026 22:47

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Soccer-Milestone Messi sends Argentina to World Cup knockout stage

Argentina booked their place in the World Cup knockout stage on Monday as Lionel Messi recovered from an early penalty miss to score a record-breaking double in a 2-0 victory over Austria in Group J. The defending champions broke through before halftime when Messi initiated a slick move, then timed his run to meet Facundo […]

22.06.2026 22:29

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Issue of Anastasiades’ immunity unclear

The issue of whether former presidents enjoy immunity from prosecution is open to debate, two prominent lawyers told the Cyprus Mail on Monday, one day before former president Nicos Anastasiades will hold a news conference addressing the findings of the anti-corruption authority into the book Mafia State. Last week the anti-corruption authority said Anastasiades may be criminally liable on the […]

22.06.2026 21:25

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Lane closures planned on Pedoulas-Kykkos-Kambos road for maintenance works

The public works department announced that part of the Pedoulas-Kykkos-Kambos road will be subject to temporary lane closures from Friday, June 26, until Monday, July 6. According to the department, one lane of the road will be closed in sections of approximately 100 metres at a time on weekdays, excluding weekends, between 7am and 3pm. […]

22.06.2026 21:07

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