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Trump vows more bombing if Iran rejects deal as US-Iran tensions soar

The United States and Iran traded air attacks on Thursday for a second straight day, with President Donald Trump vowing further strikes if Tehran does not immediately agree to a peace deal. The escalation in hostilities began earlier this week with the downing of a U.S. Apache helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz, which sparked […]

11.06.2026 07:51

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EU household energy consumption continues three-year downward trend

European Union households consumed 9.54 million terajoules of energy throughout 2024, according to Eurostat, marking a marginal decline of 0.2 per cent from the 9.57 million terajoules recorded in 2023. The latest data highlights that residential energy use has now fallen for three consecutive years, following a record peak of 10.98 million terajoules in 2021. […]

11.06.2026 07:40

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Cyprus Business Now: banks, shipping, Leptos group, CySEC, unemployment

Leptos Group is placing branded residences, large-scale seafront developments and international partnerships at the centre of its latest push to promote Cyprus as a more outward-looking investment destination. According to its announcement, the group, which has been active for more than six decades, said its work across real estate development, hospitality, education and healthcare continues to support the country’s international […]

11.06.2026 07:30

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US, Iran exchange attacks as Trump threatens further escalation

The United States launched new strikes against multiple targets overnight in Iran, the U.S. military said on Wednesday, as President Donald Trump vowed even more attacks if no peace deal is secured. The military’s Central Command announced the strikes were complete about four hours after they began shortly after midnight in Tehran, saying in a […]

11.06.2026 06:58

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What’s on this weekend

Concerts in amphitheatres and churches, street food events, film festivals, beer gatherings and much more are happening this weekend. Markets and showcases The last Fork Food Market of the summer will take place at the Old GSP Square. It relocates for a special event, fundraising for Telethon, this Friday night at 7pm. In Paphos, the […]

11.06.2026 06:40

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Strategic urban planning key for Cyprus, says developers association chair

Many people long-expected technology and remote working to make physical offices redundant, but the market has taken a different direction, according to Cyprus Property Developers Association chairman Yiannis Misirlis. Although the pandemic reinforced this belief, Misirlis mentioned that “offices have not disappeared”, instead, they are being transformed to meet the needs of new professionals and companies seeking to attract talent.  He […]

11.06.2026 06:30

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CySEC issues reporting requirements for regulated entities

The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) has issued an urgent directive requiring all regulated entities to submit specific information to support the identification of firms for future direct supervision by the Anti-Money Laundering Authority (AMLA). This new reporting process represents a vital step in preparing for the first selection cycle of entities that will […]

11.06.2026 06:00

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Cyprus approves 2026 support schemes for mountain and remote‑area residents

The Cabinet has approved the launch of the 2026 support schemes for residents of mountain communities and for non‑retired workers living in remote areas, Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou said. Ioannou said the decision reaffirms the government’s commitment to policies that promote development and support local communities.

11.06.2026 05:05

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Cyprus health services urge tighter checks on food delivered by platform riders

Cyprus’ Health Services are calling for stricter hygiene checks on food transported by delivery‑platform couriers, citing a rise in complaints over dirty or poorly maintained transport boxes. In a letter to the Employers and Industrialists Federation and the Chamber of Commerce, officials said the rapid growth of platforms such as Foody and Wolt over the […]

11.06.2026 05:03

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Cyprus unemployment drops to 4.4% in 2025, well below EU average

Cyprus recorded a 4.4% unemployment rate in 2025, down from 4.9% the previous year and well below the European Union average, according to figures released Thursday by Eurostat. Eurostat said the EU jobless rate for people aged 15–74 stood at 6% in 2025, a slight increase from 5.9% in 2024. Spain, Finland and Greece posted […]

11.06.2026 05:02

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Cyprus justice minister meets Europe development bank on new prison plans

Justice Minister Kostas Fytiris has met with a delegation from the Council of Europe Development Bank to review progress on plans for new prison facilities. The ministry said the talks covered conditions at the Central Prisons, the needs of the corrections system and the next steps in preparing the project. Officials discussed the feasibility study, […]

11.06.2026 05:00

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Cyprus Weather – Thursday 11 JUne

Thursday, after early low cloud and patchy fog clear, skies will turn mostly sunny with periods of cloud. By afternoon, thicker cloud is expected to bring isolated showers or a thunderstorm, mainly over the mountains and parts of the interior. Hail is possible in any storm. Winds will be southwest to northwest at light to […]

11.06.2026 04:58

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University of Cyprus submits plans for four new English-language degrees

The University of Cyprus has submitted proposals for four new English-language undergraduate degrees to the education ministry, following the launch of its first foreign-language bachelor’s programme earlier this year. Speaking to the Cyprus Mail on Wednesday, university officials confirmed that proposals have been lodged with Education Minister Athina Michaelidou for new English-language undergraduate programmes in […]

11.06.2026 04:25

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Our View: A World Cup built for revenue, not football

The 23rd World Cup kicks off today with one of the host nations, Mexico meeting South Africa. This will be the first time there will be three host nations – Canada and USA are the other two – the only other time the tournament was shared being in 2002, between South Korea and Japan. This […]

11.06.2026 04:20

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Holguin praises technical committees as ‘best example’ of cooperation in Cyprus

The UN secretary-general’s personal envoy for Cyprus, Maria Angela Holguin, on Wednesday highlighted the key role played by the island’s bicommunal technical committees in fostering cooperation and mutual understanding between Greek Cypriots and Turkish Cypriots. Speaking at a public event organised by UNDP Cyprus at the Home for Cooperation in Nicosia, Holguín described the committees […]

10.06.2026 22:33

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Foot-and-mouth disease case confirmed at livestock unit in Mammari

A livestock unit within the infected zone in Mammari has tested positive for foot-and-mouth disease, the Veterinary Services announced on Wednesday evening. According to the authorities, the affected holding is a sheep and goat farm in Mammari housing approximately 80 adult animals. In a brief statement, the Veterinary Services said all prescribed disease-control procedures are […]

10.06.2026 21:56

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EU unveils first-ever island and coastal region strategies, with launch set for Paphos

The European Commission on Wednesday unveiled its first dedicated strategies for islands and coastal regions, bringing together existing and future policy measures aimed at addressing the unique challenges faced by these areas across the European Union. The strategies were presented in Brussels by Fisheries and Oceans Commissioner Costas Kadis and Executive Vice-President Raffaele Fitto following […]

10.06.2026 19:54

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Government defends housing policy after Disy criticism

The government has made housing one of its top priorities since taking office, fully recognising the difficulties faced by thousands of residents – particularly young people – in securing their own home, the interior ministry said on Wednesday. The ministry was responding to criticism from opposition party Democratic Rally (Disy), which argued that government measures […]

10.06.2026 19:38

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EU reaches deal to cut red tape for defence procurement and investment

The Council of the European Union announced on Wednesday that it has reached a provisional agreement with European Parliament negotiators on new legislation aimed at simplifying defence and security procurement procedures, facilitating defence investments and strengthening Europe’s defence industry. According to the council, the agreement introduces measures to reduce administrative delays in defence procurement, licensing […]

10.06.2026 19:33

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Court dismisses appeal in rape and child abduction cases

The Court of Appeal has dismissed appeals in two separate criminal cases involving defendants facing a range of serious charges, including rape, sexual offences, psychological violence and child abduction, upholding lower court rulings that they remain in custody pending trial. In the first case, identified in court documents as MH, the defendant faces eight charges, […]

10.06.2026 19:26

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Erhurman says EU should support Cyprus talks from outside negotiating table

Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman has argued that the European Union should support efforts to resolve the Cyprus problem from outside the negotiating table rather than participate directly in future talks. Speaking to Turkish newspaper Gazete Pencere following a meeting with the UN secretary-general’s personal envoy for Cyprus, María Ángela Holguín, Erhurman said the process […]

10.06.2026 19:24

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The great gig – a tribute to Pink Floyd

The pioneering audiovisual tribute show to Pink Floyd is coming to Cyprus for the first time this summer. One of Greece’s most acclaimed Pink Floyd tribute shows arrives on our island this June for a one-night-only summer concert at the Amphitheatre of the Lympia Community Park. Following a string of sold-out performances in Athens, Thessaloniki, […]

10.06.2026 19:06

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Few Americans see Trump administration delivering justice in Epstein cases

Few Americans, including just 21% of Republicans, think President Donald Trump’s administration has helped deliver justice in cases connected to accused sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein, a new Reuters/Ipsos poll found. The results of the six-day poll, which closed on Monday, come as congressional investigators continue to probe the alleged crimes of Epstein, who served time […]

10.06.2026 18:45

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Palmas urges caution over speculation involving terrorism suspect’s children

Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas on Wednesday called for restraint in public discussion surrounding the army careers of the children of a terrorism suspect, stressing that no assumptions should be made about family members based on allegations against a relative. Speaking on Ant1’s midday programme, Palmas described the matter as particularly sensitive, involving both personal data […]

10.06.2026 17:57

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