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Macron to pay ‘historic’ visit to Cyprus

French President Emmanuel Macron will arrive in Cyprus on Thursday for an official visit – his second in 45 days – which the government has described as “historic”. Government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said on Tuesday that this was the first official bilateral visit by a French president since the Republic of Cyprus was established in […]

21.04.2026 20:47

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Audit Office flags unsafe roads, uncontrolled access in Akamas

The roads in the Akamas peninsula are unsafe for many types of vehicles due to the difficult terrain, while unfettered access to motorists threatens the natural reserve, the Audit Office said on Tuesday. In a statement, the auditor-general’s office said it carried out an on-site visit between April 15 and 17. “We express our grave […]

21.04.2026 20:20

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Missing persons ‘a matter of the present’

Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas on Tuesday delivered a speech at the 41st Marathon of Love for Missing Persons, expressing “deep emotion and utmost respect” while reaffirming the state’s support for the families of the missing. Palmas described the event as “a resounding message of responsibility, humanity and historical awareness”. He said that this year marks […]

21.04.2026 20:12

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Tender: performance workshop for queer and trans people

Finnish artist Eevi Tolvanen travels to Cyprus to present a performance-workshop part of the On Bodies Festival 2026 at Dancehouse Lefkosia this May. Titled ‘tender’, the workshop is addressed to queer and trans people where they can explore tenderness as something complex, powerful and deeply human. Going beyond the softness that is typically associated with […]

21.04.2026 19:48

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Significant improvement in cyclist injuries in Cyprus, report shows

A significant decrease in serious cyclist injuries has been recorded in Cyprus over the past decade, according to a new report titled “Improving Cycling Safety in Europe (PIN Flash 50)”, published on Tuesday by the European Transport Safety Council (ETSC). More specifically, in Cyprus, serious road traffic injuries among cyclists declined by an average of […]

21.04.2026 19:28

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Bus drivers demand safety measures following incident

Bus drivers have demanded measures for the protection of themselves and their passengers in a letter sent by trade unions Sek and Peo to bus companies, following an incident in Nicosia. “We have repeatedly highlighted the serious problems concerning the safety of drivers and passengers alike. It is unthinkable that in 2026 workers are exposed […]

21.04.2026 19:25

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Over 1,400 dangerous buildings in Nicosia, 161 in old town

Over 1,400 buildings in Nicosia, of which 161 in the old town, are currently deemed dangerous and more are being added to the list as part of ongoing inspections by the Nicosia district self-government organisation (EOA) and the city’s municipality. Nicosia’s EOA officer responsible for dangerous buildings said the number would be finalised next week. […]

21.04.2026 19:11

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Cyprus police warn of new phone scam targeting bank accounts

Cyprus police have received new reports of a phone scam in which callers pretend to represent an online financial‑services and payments platform. The aim, officers say, is to steal personal data and withdraw money from victims’ bank accounts. According to today’s complaints, the calls come from foreign numbers and use an automated voice system. The […]

21.04.2026 18:45

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US lawmakers stress strategic alliance with Greece and Cyprus

The importance of strengthening ties between the United States, Greece and Cyprus was underscored on Tuesday during a Congressional event in Washington marking Greek Independence, with lawmakers reaffirming bipartisan support for the partnership. The annual celebration, held at the US capitol and organised by the American Hellenic Institute (AHI) in cooperation with the congressional Hellenic […]

21.04.2026 18:35

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FMD spreads to over 100 farms, third pig unit hit

A third pig farm has tested positive for foot-and-mouth disease (FMD), authorities said on Tuesday as the number of infected farming units rose to over a hundred. The disease has spread quickly over the past couple of weeks, with the number of affected farming establishments doubling during this time. The latest pig farm where FMD […]

21.04.2026 18:32

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First Cypriot accepted to US naval academy

A Cypriot candidate has been accepted to the United States Naval Academy for the first time, President Nikos Christodoulides announced on Tuesday, describing the development as a landmark moment in relations between the two states. In a public statement issued on social media, Christodoulides said he had been informed of the acceptance by the US […]

21.04.2026 17:54

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Farmers urge president to raise animal culling protocol at EU summit

Cyprus’ main agricultural organisations have called on President Nikos Christodoulides to raise the issue of relaxing EU protocols on animal culling at the upcoming European Council meeting. In a joint letter, the organisations PEK, EKA, Panagrotikos and Nea Agrotiki Kinisi urged that the matter be placed on the agenda of the EU heads of state […]

21.04.2026 17:50

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Nearly 8,000 people died or disappeared trying to migrate in 2025

Nearly 8,000 people died or disappeared on migration routes last year, with sea routes to Europe the most deadly and many victims lost in “invisible shipwrecks”, a U.N. agency said on Tuesday. “These figures bear witness to our collective failure to prevent these tragedies,” Maria Moita, who directs the International Organisation for Migration’s humanitarian and […]

21.04.2026 17:34

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SpaceX hosts secretive analyst briefings ahead of record-breaking IPO

SpaceX is moving ahead with plans for one of the most anticipated IPOs in history as it hosts analysts this week for three days of closed-door meetings ​at its launch facility in Texas and mega-sized data center in Tennessee, according to three people familiar with the matter. Elon Musk’s company is holding the briefings for […]

21.04.2026 17:32

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Cyprus keeps cards close to chest as EU debates suspending Israel pact

Cyprus is yet to publicly take a side in the debate over whether the European Union should suspend its association agreement with Israel in light of the latest developments in the region, with the bloc’s 27 foreign ministers debating the matter during a foreign affairs council (Fac) summit in Luxembourg on Tuesday. Cypriot Foreign Minister […]

21.04.2026 17:15

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Cyprus to end Social Insurance Fund borrowing and begin €12bn repayment plan

The government will halt borrowing from the Social Insurance Fund (SIF) and begin repaying an estimated €12 billion debt, labour minister Marinos Mousiouttas affirmed on Tuesday. Addressing stakeholders and trade unionists at a conference of the labour advisory body, Mousiouttas described the move as a “structural shift in how the state manages pension-related finances”, with […]

21.04.2026 17:06

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Qatar to allow foreign airlines back into Doha airport

Qatar has announced the gradual resumption of flights by foreign airlines at Doha International Airport — the first time this has happened since the outbreak of the war in the Middle East. A limited restart took place on 7 March, but it applied only to Qatar Airways.

21.04.2026 17:00

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Union warns of strike action over delay in transfer of responsibilities

Civil servants trade union Pasydy and the social services officers’ branch have warned of strike measures if no immediate and binding timetable is set for the transfer of responsibilities from the deputy welfare ministry to the deputy ministry for migration. In a statement issued on Tuesday, Pasydy said that if a concrete implementation plan is […]

21.04.2026 16:56

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Lebanese govt doing ‘amazing job’ in stabilising country, Kombos says

The Lebanese government is “doing an amazing job” in its efforts to stabilise the country amid an insurgency being undertaken by Iran-backed militia Hezbollah and an ongoing invasion being launched by Israel, Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos said on Tuesday. Speaking at the day’s European foreign affairs council (Fac) summit in Luxembourg, he said that it […]

21.04.2026 16:43

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Cyprus business delegation to visit Kazakhstan in June

The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Keve) has announced the organisation of a business delegation to Astana, Kazakhstan, from June 2 to June 4, 2026, in collaboration with Invest Cyprus, the Cyprus presidency and the Cyprus-Kazakhstan Business Association. The initiative will centre on a business forum and B2B engagements scheduled for June 3, 2026, […]

21.04.2026 15:57

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Investigation launched after newborn suffers burns at Larnaca hospital

Authorities on Tuesday launched an investigation following a serious complaint that a newborn suffered burns during a bath at Larnaca general hospital, with the infant now receiving treatment at Makarios hospital, in Nicosia. The complaint was filed by the child’s mother, who alleges that hospital staff placed the newborn in water at an excessively high […]

21.04.2026 15:57

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Clerides challenges search warrant in ‘Sandy’ case as supreme court petition filed

An application seeking to annul a search warrant issued for the home of lawyer Nikos Clerides was filed before the supreme court on Tuesday. Speaking outside the court following the filing, Clerides said the move was prompted by what he described as substantive legal errors in the original decision of the lower court. “The application […]

21.04.2026 15:50

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Trump says he does not want to extend ceasefire with Iran

President Donald Trump told CNBC in an interview on Tuesday that he did not want to extend a ceasefire with Iran, adding the U.S. was in a strong negotiating position and would end up with what he called a great deal. “I don’t want to do that. We don’t have that much time,” Trump said […]

21.04.2026 15:46

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House president meets outgoing Romanian ambassador

House president Annita Demetriou on Tuesday received Romania’s ambassador to Cyprus, Dan Mihalache, on the occasion of the completion of his term. Demetriou expressed appreciation for the constructive and productive cooperation between the House of representatives and the Romanian embassy during Mihalache’s tenure, as well as for his active contribution to strengthening ties between Cyprus […]

21.04.2026 15:43

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