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Maronite archbishop meets Erhurman ahead of Easter

Maronite Archbishop of Cyprus Selim Sfeir met Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman on Thursday, ahead of the forthcoming Easter weekend. Sfeir was joined by Yiannakis Moussa, the Maronite Cypriot community’s non-voting representative in parliament, with Erhurman’s office saying that the meeting had seen “relations with the Maronite community and current issues” discussed by the parties. […]

09.04.2026 14:38

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New FMD cases raise infected livestock units to 70

Four new cases of foot and mouth disease were confirmed on Thursday with infections detected in Dromolaxia and Yeri, bringing the total number of affected livestock units nationwide to 70. According to the veterinary services, the latest cases involve sheep and goat units, with two identified in the Dromolaxia area and two more in Yeri. […]

09.04.2026 14:31

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Brussels’ open door — and who’s walking through it

By Sébastien Laye Cyprus holds the Presidency of the Council of the European Union at a moment when Brussels’ much-celebrated openness is facing a test it has so far declined to take seriously. The European Parliament prides itself on being the most transparent legislature in the world. Civil society groups, NGOs and advocacy organisations are […]

09.04.2026 14:30

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Childhood obesity is a problem for all of us

By Dina Gavarieva The recent report highlighting Cyprus as one of the worst-performing countries in Europe for childhood obesity should serve as a wake-up call, not just for policymakers, but for families, educators and healthcare professionals alike. According to data presented to the House health committee, obesity affects up to 42 per cent of children […]

09.04.2026 14:30

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Cyprus tourism at ‘critical juncture’ — signs point to May also being ‘lost’

The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s (Keve) tourism committee on Thursday warned that Cyprus’ tourism sector is at a critical juncture, calling for immediate state intervention to prevent irreversible losses. The committee convened to assess the impact of geopolitical developments in the Middle East on Cyprus’ economy and tourism industry, highlighting growing risks for […]

09.04.2026 14:11

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Cyprus chamber of commerce joins Brussels talks on global trade system

The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Keve) on Thursday announced that its secretary general Philokypros Roussounides participated in a high-level roundtable discussion in Brussels, focused on the multilateral trading system. The discussion, titled “Revitalising the Multilateral Trading System, with a focus on Europe”, was co-organised by the International Chamber of Commerce and Eurochambres in […]

09.04.2026 13:49

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Alpha Bank CEO calls for banks to act as partners towards new economic model

Alpha Bank Cyprus took part as a platinum sponsor of the 16th Nicosia Economic Congress, reaffirming its active role in supporting economic dialogue in Cyprus. The event was held on Wednesday at the Landmark Hotel in Nicosia, bringing together political leaders, business representatives and investors to discuss the country’s economic outlook. “The Nicosia Economic Congress […]

09.04.2026 13:41

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UK deployed military to deter Russian submarines from its waters

Britain deployed its armed forces to deter Russian submarines from attacking its cables and pipelines when they spent around a month in British waters earlier this year, Defence Secretary John Healey said on Thursday. Healey said British forces and allies including Norway tracked and deterred malign activity by the Russian vessels, and said he was […]

09.04.2026 13:37

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Astronauts prepare to end moon mission in ‘fireball’ re-entry

Four astronauts traveling back to Earth from the far side of the moon on NASA’s Artemis II mission spoke of their emotions as they wrapped up the unprecedented flight and prepared to re-enter the atmosphere in a “fireball”, during their first press conference from space on Wednesday. The Artemis II crew, flying in their Orion […]

09.04.2026 13:34

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‘Ketamine Queen’ sentenced to 15 years in death of Friends star Matthew Perry

A drug dealer dubbed the “Ketamine Queen” was sentenced on Wednesday to 15 years in prison in connection with “Friends” star Matthew Perry’s 2023 death, including her role in supplying the dose of the powerful anesthetic that killed the actor. Jasveen Sangha, who admitted to running a “stash house” for illegal narcotics out of her […]

09.04.2026 13:29

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Christodoulides: ‘of course I’m leaving’ foreclosure referral open

President Nikos Christodoulides said on Thursday he was leaving open the possibility of referring the foreclosure laws back to the House, as many aspects needed to be examined. The laws, he added, were already under review. Christodoulides said he met with the finance minister on Thursday and soon there would be something to say. “Of […]

09.04.2026 13:24

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Pilakoutas Group, Renault Cyprus receive major accolade as ‘Best Partnership in Europe’

Renault Cyprus has recorded a top international distinction, having been awarded the “Best Partnership in Europe” prize at the Renault Global Importers Conference, held in Athens over March 23-25, 2026. The Global Importers Conference is one of Renault’s most significant global institutions, bringing together importers from markets around the world, who are evaluated on the […]

09.04.2026 13:23

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President vows full investigation into Drousiotis allegations amid Europol forensic review

President Nikos Christodoulides said on Thursday that allegations made by journalist Makarios Drousiotis will be investigated “to the end”, as the government continues to reject claims that the key witness known as ‘Sandy’ was hired at the presidential office. Speaking during a visit to the police academy, Christodoulides stressed his constitutional role and the importance […]

09.04.2026 13:19

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Public urged to be especially cautious about misleading text messages

Police are urging the public to be especially cautious about misleading text messages sent to mobile phones. In a statement, authorities said the national health system, Gesy, and the Health Insurance Organization have no connection to messages being circulated under the label “GESY.” The texts direct recipients to follow a link to “correct” their personal […]

09.04.2026 13:15

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British bases celebrate graduation of new police officers

The British bases police force has marked a milestone with a passing out parade held at the officers’ mess in Episkopi. The event celebrated 16 officers who completed their two-year probation, alongside eight new recruits who formally joined the force. Senior bases’ officials, Cyprus police representatives and family members attended the ceremony. The officers, from […]

09.04.2026 13:09

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US-Iran war doubles Russia’s main oil revenue to $9 bln

Russia will see revenue from its biggest single oil tax double to $9 billion in April due to the oil and gas crisis triggered by the U.S. and Israeli attack on Iran, Reuters calculations showed on Thursday. The Reuters calculation is some of the first concrete evidence of a windfall for Russia, the world’s second-largest […]

09.04.2026 13:00

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Kombos confirms imminent arrival of Easter’s holy light

Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos on Thursday confirmed that the holy light, which is also known as the holy fire, will arrive in Cyprus in advance of Easter, thanking his Greek counterpart Giorgos Gerapetritis for helping to facilitate its arrival. “On behalf of the Republic of Cyprus, I would like to express our warmest thanks to […]

09.04.2026 12:56

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Varied forecast for Easter weekend

Isolated rain and storms are expected on Thursday afternoon, mainly in mountainous areas, in the south, the east and possibly inland. Temperatures are expected to reach around 21 degrees inland.   Mild winds will blow south- to northwest at up to 4 Beaufort and temporarily moderate to strong along the coast, 4 to 5 Beaufort. The sea will generally be a little rough and temporarily upwind to rough.  Overnight, the […]

09.04.2026 12:41

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‘Small Creations, Great Contribution’: BoC event raises over €10K for Anti-Cancer Society

The Bank of Cyprus’ (BoC’s) two-day event, “Small Creations, Great Contribution”, held at Nicosia Mall over the weekend of April 4-5 2026, exceeded organisers’ expectations, with all proceeds donated to the Cyprus Anti-Cancer Society. The event formed part of the Bank’s initiatives supporting the Christodoula March and was implemented with the participation of dozens of […]

09.04.2026 12:33

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President returns solar surplus compensation law back to parliament

A law requiring compensation for surplus electricity generated by photovoltaic systems has been referred back to parliament on Thursday by President Nikos Christodoulides. The decision was taken following the law’s passage in March and centres on provisions that would have obligated the state to cover the cost of compensating households and small businesses for excess […]

09.04.2026 12:12

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Israel launches fresh strikes on Lebanon after huge attacks jeopardise truce

Israel bombed more targets in Lebanon on Thursday, putting the Middle East ceasefire in further jeopardy after its biggest attacks of the war on its neighbour killed more than 250 people and threatened to torpedo Donald Trump’s truce from the outset. Iranian negotiators were expected to set off later on Thursday for Pakistan for the […]

09.04.2026 12:08

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19-year-old undertakes 100km solo run to raise mental health awareness

A 19-year-old Cypriot man will run 100 kilometres solo from Kourion, Limassol, to Paphos harbour and back on Sunday, April 26, to raise awareness for mental health and support the Cyprus Samaritans. This ultra-endurance challenge seeks to highlight the need for mental resilience and encourage seeking help. The Cyprus Samaritans will monitor the progress of […]

09.04.2026 11:49

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Iran: Kombos stresses the need to secure a path toward meaningful dialogue

Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos stressed the need to secure a path toward meaningful dialogue aimed at achieving comprehensive peace in the Middle East. Kombos spoke by phone with his Iranian counterpart, Abbas Araghchi, to discuss developments surrounding the cease-fire between Washington and Tehran. In a post on X, Kombos said sustained de‑escalation across the region […]

09.04.2026 11:45

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East Med can lead in regional climate action, energy minister says

Energy Minister Michael Damianos on Thursday said the Eastern Mediterranean can play “a leading role in addressing the climate crisis and shaping the new energy landscape in the region”. The minister used his address at the international climate conference in Nicosia to present Cyprus’ energy strategy and argue that the country’s vulnerabilities can be turned […]

09.04.2026 11:19

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