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US counterterrorism chief resigns in protest over Iran war

The director of the US counterterrorism center, Joseph Kent, resigned on Tuesday, criticising the war in Iran and asserting in a letter to President Donald Trump that “Iran did not constitute an immediate threat to our country.” Kent published the letter on X, saying he “cannot in good conscience support the ongoing war on Iran” […]

17.03.2026 19:24

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Police officer arrested and suspended over attack on speed camera driver

A 44-year-old police constable was arrested under a court warrant on Tuesday and taken into custody to facilitate investigations into an assault on a mobile speed camera driver on the Paphos–Limassol highway on March 12. Police-chief, Themistos Arnaoutis, suspended the officer from duty pending the outcome of the inquiry. Another 37-year-old individual previously arrested in […]

17.03.2026 19:17

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Iran rejects de-escalation offers; Israel says it kills Iranian security chief

Israel said on Tuesday it had killed Iran’s security chief, the most senior figure targeted since the war’s first day, while a senior Iranian official said the new supreme leader had rejected de-escalation offers conveyed by intermediary countries. Iran did not immediately comment on Israel’s announcement it had killed Ali Larijani, widely viewed as one […]

17.03.2026 19:16

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New exhibitions in Larnaca and Paphos

The island’s art scene welcomes two new art exhibitions this week, this time in Larnaca and Paphos. On Friday, March 20, the Larnaca Municipal Art Gallery presents the retrospective exhibition by Andreas Paraskevas titled Testimonies of an Unseen Time. Curated by Suzana Anastasi, the exhibition brings together works spanning more than three decades of artistic […]

17.03.2026 19:16

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Police raid road department office in Takata airbag investigation

Members of the police special investigation team carried out a search at the road transport department’s offices on Tuesday to collect files and evidence related to the Takata airbags that failed to save Kyriakos Oxinos, and Styliani Gioryallis in respective car accidents. Speaking to Alpha TV, deputy police spokesperson, Christodoulos Konsolos, described the case as […]

17.03.2026 18:51

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Cyprus Foreign Minister Joins EU Talks on Ukraine, Middle East and Security Strategy

Cyprus Foreign Minister Konstantinos Kombos took part Monday in a meeting of the EU Foreign Affairs Council, where ministers discussed the bloc’s security strategy, Russia’s war in Ukraine and developments in the Middle East and Gulf region. During the session on Ukraine, Kombos said EU support must be maintained and strengthened given the current geopolitical […]

17.03.2026 18:45

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USS Gerald Ford to return to Souda after 30-hour fire

The American aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford is expected to return to the port of Souda in Crete on Wednesday for refuelling and potential inspections following a fire that burned for more than 30 hours. The fire, which began in the ship’s central laundry, spread through air ducts to multiple compartments. Around 600 sailors […]

17.03.2026 18:36

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Ship management must move away from ‘outsourced’ mindset, says CEO

Columbia Group’s president and chief executive Mark O’Neil has called for a shift away from the traditional ship management model towards a more integrated partnership approach, arguing that the future of the industry lies in closer alignment between shipowners and managers, according to its statement. The company, which describes itself as a leading integrated platform […]

17.03.2026 18:32

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Calls for joint action with Turkish Cypriots over FMD outbreak

The need for coordinated action with the Turkish Cypriot community to contain foot and mouth disease was raised on Tuesday during a meeting of the House agriculture committee, as officials warned that gaps in response across the island risk further outbreaks. Agriculture minister Maria Panayiotou told the committee that engagement through the bicommunal technical committee […]

17.03.2026 18:20

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Court hears police testimony in trial over teen suicide case

Proceedings continued on Tuesday before the Nicosia district court in the trial concerning the death of 14-year-old Stylianos Konstantinos in 2019, with three police officers giving evidence for the prosecution as the case examines alleged failures and abuse within the family environment. During the hearing, defence lawyer Viktor Akamas, representing a social welfare services employee […]

17.03.2026 18:07

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Cyprus not involved in Strait of Hormuz negotiations

Cyprus is not involved in any negotiations with the Iranian government aimed at opening the Strait of Hormuz to Cypriot-flagged commercial vessels, Shipping Deputy Minister Marina Hadjimanolis said on Tuesday, after it was reported that the French and Italian governments have entered talks to secure passage through the strait. “We are not involved in any […]

17.03.2026 17:48

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Deficiencies exposed in fire preparedness at national coordination meeting

Deficiencies in Cyprus’ preparedness for forest fires were identified on Tuesday during the first coordination meeting under newly appointed fire and civil defence chief Nikos Longinos, despite assurances that services are ready for the upcoming fire season. The meeting, held at the fire brigade’s headquarters in Lakatamia, highlighted weaknesses in evacuation planning and coordination, with […]

17.03.2026 17:41

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Tudor says Spurs’ task against Atletico ‘difficult but not impossible’

Tottenham Hotspur’s chances of progressing to the Champions League quarter-finals appear bleak after a 5-2 thrashing in their last-16 first leg against Atletico Madrid, but manager Igor Tudor believes his struggling side still have a chance of winning the tie. Atletico have lost 3-0 to Rayo Vallecano and Barcelona in recent weeks and Spurs will […]

17.03.2026 17:34

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Mother sought by police after infant hospitalised in Limassol

Police have issued an arrest warrant for a 35-year-old mother in Limassol on Tuesday as part of an investigation into alleged child assault, following a complaint by the infant’s father. According to police statements, the father reported that during an argument the woman “shook their infant and threw him on the couch”, leaving the child […]

17.03.2026 17:29

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Police cleansing alongside crime-fighting effectiveness

The process of cleansing the police is moving forward at the same time as promoting its operational effectiveness to tackle crime, Justice Minister Costas Fitiris said on Tuesday. His comments followed the recent arrest of two police officers, one in Larnaca and a special officer in Paphos, both for alleged assault, the latter while off […]

17.03.2026 17:20

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Cabinet approves national coast guard to unify maritime security

Cyprus will establish an independent coast guard headquartered at the naval base in Mari following cabinet approval on Tuesday. The proposal, presented by Justice Minister Costas Fitiris, sets out a new operational model that will consolidate responsibilities currently spread across multiple departments, with draft legislation to be submitted to parliament to enable the transfer of […]

17.03.2026 17:15

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MPs voice anger as budget delay leaves refugee agency unable to pay

Disagreement erupted in parliament on Tuesday over the postponement of the equal burden distribution agency’s budget, with MPs warning that delays risk leaving beneficiaries unpaid for months as the legislature approaches dissolution ahead of the May elections. The issue was examined by the House refugee committee following the referral of the agency’s budget law, particularly […]

17.03.2026 17:07

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Government demands digital IDs be universally accepted

All organisations in Cyprus must accept digital documents presented through the government’s Digital Citizen application in all in person transactions, the deputy research and digital policy ministry insisted on Tuesday, warning that refusal is legally equivalent to rejecting a physical document. In a statement, the deputy ministry stressed that digital public documents stored on the […]

17.03.2026 17:01

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Record Flyers, New Motorways and EV Push Mark Cyprus Transport Report for 2025

Cyprus Transport Minister Alexis Vafeadis has presented the ministry’s 2025 performance report, highlighting record air‑travel numbers, major road‑network projects and expanded public transport services. Vafeadis said the ministry operated with a €517 million budget in 2025 and delivered “substantial results” in areas affecting daily life, economic development and the country’s shift toward modern and sustainable […]

17.03.2026 17:00

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Cyprus security highlighted in Greece – UK defence talks

Cyprus featured prominently in talks between Greek Defence Minister Nikos Dendias and his British counterpart John Healey in London, amid growing geopolitical tensions in the region. According to statements by Dendias, he underlined Greece’s increased interest in the security of the Republic of Cyprus, as well as the corresponding interest of the United Kingdom. He […]

17.03.2026 16:53

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Agricultural organisations say FMD measures ‘in the right direction’

The measures to combat the further spread of the foot-and-mouth disease decided on by the cabinet have been lauded as a step “in the right direction” by agricultural organisations on Tuesday. “The measures create positive conditions and a good basis for the recovery of livestock farming in our country [to] address the problems on a […]

17.03.2026 16:45

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Russia says it supports Cuba after Trump says he will ‘take’ Communist republic

Russia said it had unwavering solidarity with Cuba on Tuesday, after U.S. President Donald Trump said he expected to have the honour of “taking Cuba” and that “I can do anything I want” with the Communist-run island republic. Without mentioning Trump by name, Russia’s foreign ministry expressed serious concern about the escalation of tension around […]

17.03.2026 16:40

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Cyprus finance minister rules out blanket freeze on foreclosures

Finance Minister Makis Keravnos on Tuesday ruled out discussions on a blanket freeze of foreclosures, following a meeting with a Disy delegation led by party president and house speaker Annita Demetriou. The minister stressed that decisions on foreclosures must be reasonable and balanced, warning against measures that could create further economic problems. “We are being […]

17.03.2026 16:37

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Cypriot antiquity repatriated from UK

A Cypriot antiquity has been returned from the United Kingdom after being identified in an online auction, the Department of Antiquities said on Tuesday. The item, a pitcher dating to the Cypro-Archaic I period (750–600 BC), was traced by officials monitoring the illegal trafficking of antiquities online. Following contact with the auction house, the object […]

17.03.2026 16:21

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