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EU’s Kallas floats Black Sea model to unblock Strait of Hormuz

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said on Monday she had discussed with the United Nations the idea of freeing up transport of oil and gas through the Strait of Hormuz by replicating a deal that gets grain out of Ukraine during wartime. Arriving at a meeting of EU foreign ministers in Brussels, Kallas said […]

16.03.2026 10:58

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Woman arrested for burglary, theft

Police have arrested a 35-year-old woman who was wanted in connection with ongoing burglary and theft investigations, it was reported on Monday. Officers located the woman at an apartment in Nicosia during enquiries linked to the cases. She was arrested on an outstanding warrant. The 35-year-old owner of the apartment was also arrested on suspicion […]

16.03.2026 10:46

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Cyprus Government Outlines Plan to Address Foot‑and‑Mouth Outbreak

Cyprus has a clear plan in place to implement the measures agreed on Sunday to address the foot‑and‑mouth outbreak, President Nikos Christodoulides has said. Speaking in Pachna, the president said he fully understands the concerns expressed by livestock farmers, but added that the current crisis could also serve as an opportunity to strengthen the sector […]

16.03.2026 10:45

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Eight arrested in overnight police operations

Police arrested eight people overnight during coordinated patrols across urban areas aimed at preventing crime and boosting public safety. The arrests were linked to offences including burglary and theft, illegal possession of property and illegal stay in the Republic. During the operations, officers stopped 436 vehicles and checked 585 individuals. Police also carried out 42 […]

16.03.2026 10:41

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Russia says Ukraine struck Moscow with about 250 drones this weekend

Russia said on Monday that Ukraine launched a major drone attack on Moscow with about 250 drones over the weekend, and that wave after wave of long-range drones had been shot down by air defences on their way to the city. “Over the past two days, air defense forces have destroyed about 250 enemy UAVs […]

16.03.2026 10:40

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France hail new ‘lethal weapon’ after Six Nations glory

France head coach Fabien Galthie hailed Louis Bielle-Biarrey as a “lethal weapon” following in the footsteps of Antoine Dupont after the winger’s four-try masterclass helped secure a dramatic Six Nations title-clinching victory over England on Saturday. Bielle-Biarrey took his campaign tally to nine, surpassing his own record from last year’s tournament and reinforcing his status […]

16.03.2026 10:39

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XM Limassol Marathon 2026 set for March 21-22

The countdown to the XM Limassol Marathon 2026, which this year is being held for the first time with XM as title sponsor, was officially launched at a press conference held on March 12, 2026, at the Panos Solomonides Cultural Centre in Limassol. This year’s event will take place over the weekend of March 21–22, […]

16.03.2026 10:38

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Sinner beats Medvedev to secure first Indian Wells title

Jannik Sinner claimed his maiden Indian Wells title on Sunday, defeating Daniil Medvedev 7-6(6) 7-6(4) in a polished display of hard-court excellence under the California desert sun. The Italian was imperious throughout, finishing with 28 winners, 10 aces and a perfect eight out of eight net points. He is now only the third player in […]

16.03.2026 10:33

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EU meetings to resume normally in Cyprus from April, says energy minister

All EU informal councils will be held as planned in Cyprus between April and June, Energy Minister Michael Damianos said on Monday. Cyprus, which currently holds the rotating EU presidency, moved all March meetings online or postponed them after a drone strike on a British air base amid the Iran crisis earlier this month. Cypriot […]

16.03.2026 10:28

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The irretrievable breakdown of marriage and divorce

Marriage, beyond its moral and social dimension, constitutes a legal relationship with rights and obligations. When, however, marital cohabitation deteriorates to such an extent that its continuation becomes unbearable, the law provides for the dissolution of marriage through divorce. A central concept in Cypriot family law is the irretrievable breakdown of the marital relationship, which […]

16.03.2026 10:18

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‘Diplomacy and dialogue the only path to de-escalation in ME’, says Kombos

Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos, in a meeting with his Indian counterpart Subrahmanyam Jaishankar on Sunday, emphasised the need for diplomacy and dialogue in view of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. “It was a real pleasure meeting with my dear colleague Dr Jaishankar,” Kombos said after the minister’s meeting in Brussels, where he had […]

16.03.2026 10:14

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EU regulator plans to simplify investing for retail users

The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) recently published its takeaways from the 2025 Call for Evidence on the retail investor journey, outlining actions aimed at making it easier for retail investors to access suitable investment opportunities in EU capital markets. The EU’s financial markets regulator said the conclusions were based on feedback from stakeholders […]

16.03.2026 10:08

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Music from the big screen to be performed live

Cinematic music, popular soundtracks and young musicians are coming together this spring to present a joyous concert in Nicosia. The Symphony Orchestra and the Mixed Choir of the Nicosia Music School will present an exciting programme on April 23 at the Nicosia Municipal Theatre, highlighting Europe’s central role in the global cultural landscape. Yet it […]

16.03.2026 10:05

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Cabinet to convene over FMD, price increases

The response to the foot-and-mouth disease outbreak, as well as price increases due to hostilities in the Middle East, will be at the centre of a cabinet meeting on Monday afternoon. “In collaboration with all organised groups, with all those affected, we will do everything possible to regenerate and further strengthen livestock farming in our […]

16.03.2026 09:45

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Cyprus to Allocate €890,000 in Fire Relief Funds to Mountain Communities

Cyprus will distribute €890,000 to communities in the Limassol mountain region, money originally donated by private businesses after last July’s wildfires, President Nikos Christodoulides has said. Speaking in Pachna during a meeting with local authorities from the area, Christodoulides said the funds would be used for projects chosen by the communities themselves. He added that […]

16.03.2026 09:45

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Christodoulides to Meet Guterres in Brussels on March 18

President Nikos Christodoulides will meet UN Secretary‑General António Guterres on March 18 in Brussels, government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said. The meeting will take place on the sidelines of the European Council summit. Letymbiotis stressed that the encounter reflects Christodoulides’ clear and consistent political will to restart negotiations on the Cyprus issue. He added that the […]

16.03.2026 09:15

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Three arrested for burglary, assaulting police officer

A 49-year-old, as well as two 38-year-olds suspected of being the former’s accomplices, were arrested on allegations of burglary and assaulting a police officer in Limassol on Sunday, police said on Monday. The suspicions came to light when officers of the Limassol traffic police stopped the 49-year-old for a routine inspection, during which he allegedly […]

16.03.2026 09:10

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Cyprus industrial output rises as production falls across the EU

Industrial production in Cyprus increased by 2 per cent in January 2026 compared with December 2025, even as overall production declined across the European Union and the euro area, according to Eurostat. Specifically, the statistical office of the European Union reported that seasonally adjusted industrial production fell by 1.5 per cent in the euro area […]

16.03.2026 09:02

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Today’s weather: Week starts off with local showers, strong winds to continue

On Monday the weather will be partly cloudy with isolated showers. Temperatures will rise up to 19 degrees Celsius inland and along the south and east coasts, 17C along the other coasts and 10C in the highest mountains. Moderate to strong winds will blow southwest to northwest, at up to 5 Beaufort and may temporarily […]

16.03.2026 08:49

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Car bomb explodes in Limassol

A bomb exploded in a parked vehicle in the Ayios Spyridonas area of Limassol in the early hours of Monday, causing a fire and damaging a second nearby vehicle. According to the police, the incident occurred at around 4.20am when an explosive device detonated in the car of a 45-year-old woman, damaging both the vehicle […]

16.03.2026 08:36

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Second-screen viewing spreads beyond younger audiences

Media multitasking is rapidly expanding beyond younger audiences, with more than half of people aged 45 to 54 now watching video clips on their mobile phones while simultaneously watching television. According to market intelligence firm Omdia, the long-established second-screen phenomenon is spreading quickly among older age groups and changing how audiences engage with video content. […]

16.03.2026 08:30

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UN experts praise Cyprus geographic‑names website as model of best practice

A United Nations expert group has commended the website of Cyprus’s Permanent Committee for the Standardization of Geographical Names, describing it as a best‑practice example for other countries. The UN Group of Experts on Geographical Names (UNGEGN) expressed satisfaction with both the content and operation of the site, which has been running for roughly 12 […]

14.03.2026 15:00

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Four killed in Russian air attack on Ukraine

Russia hammered Ukraine with missiles and drones overnight, killing four people and causing damage across five regions of the country, Ukrainian officials said on Saturday. The main target was energy infrastructure outside the capital Kyiv, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said, adding that residential buildings, schools and businesses were also damaged. He said the Sumy, Kharkiv, Dnipro […]

14.03.2026 14:58

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Poll shows Greek Cypriots remain sceptical of Erhurman

A Noverna Analytics poll conducted on behalf of the newspaper Politis on Saturday revealed that Greek Cypriot attitudes towards the new Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman remain largely negative. Overall, 41 per cent expressed unfavourable views, 26 per cent were neutral, and only 17 per cent held a positive opinion, while 16 per cent did […]

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