Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Greek shipping minister warns of alarming situation in Strait of Hormuz

Greece’s shipping minister on Tuesday called for the protection of global shipping and seafarers, amid an “alarming” situation that has left dozens of ships stranded in the Strait of Hormuz and the wider area due to the widening Iran conflict. Traffic through the Strait of Hormuz ⁠was closed for a fourth day on Tuesday, choking […]

03.03.2026 16:38

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‘Any threat against Cyprus is unacceptable’

Any threat against Cyprus is unacceptable, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said on Tuesday during a meeting with his country’s leader of the opposition Nikos Androulakis. “Any threat against the Republic of Cyprus, a member state of the European Union, is unacceptable in principle. Greek diplomacy and the upgraded Greek armed forces are placed at […]

03.03.2026 16:34

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Akrotiri evacuation to remain in place until Friday

Akrotiri municipality will remain under evacuation until Friday, authorities confirmed on Tuesday, with the situation set to be reassessed at the end of the week. Civil defence teams are continuing to patrol the area and maintain contact with residents who have left their homes, to provide guidance and support. The interior ministry said residents of […]

03.03.2026 16:29

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Innovative EMPOWER project to equip Europe’s science educators

A new Erasmus+ initiative, the EMPOWER project (Empowering Teachers for Science Learning through Modelling-Based Approaches), aims to transform the teaching and learning of Science Education across Europe by equipping teachers with innovative tools and strategies grounded in modelling-based learning approaches. This paedagogical approach, whose effectiveness has been well documented since the early 2000s, actively engages […]

03.03.2026 16:26

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Passengers scrambling to find flights, routes, out of Middle East

Airline stocks in Asia and Europe extended losses on Tuesday as the U.S. and Israeli air war against Iran escalated, with carriers monitoring fuel price spikes and passengers scrambling to find flights or alternative routes out of the Middle East. Major Gulf hubs including Dubai, the world’s busiest international airport and normally handling more than […]

03.03.2026 16:19

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Cyprus Post warns of mail delays

The Cyprus Post said on Tuesday that due to the unstable situation in the region and ongoing flight changes and cancellations, the dispatch of postal items to destinations in Europe and worldwide will be carried out subject to flight availability. As a result, delays are expected in outgoing mail, while delays are also anticipated in […]

03.03.2026 16:11

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US ‘is not using Cyprus’, Starmer says

The United States’ military “is not using Cyprus”, British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said. Fielding a question in his country’s parliament from opposition party Liberal Democrat MP Al Pinkerton regarding Iranian revolutionary guard corps general Sardar Jabbari’s threats to fire missiles at Cyprus, he moved to stress that reports of a US military presence […]

03.03.2026 16:07

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Communities around Akrotiri report public unrest

Communities around the Akrotiri British air base reported a quiet night, following Monday’s Iranian-backed drone strike launched from Lebanon, however they did report people panicking and hundreds contacting the local authorities for information. “The situation is generally calm and the alarm levels have dropped because last night was quiet,” Curium mayor Pantelis Georgiou said on […]

03.03.2026 16:01

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Impact of Iran conflict on oil and LNG

With senior US officials estimating that a war with Iran is now expected to last weeks, not days, and Iran’s declaration of war on Israel and the US, the chances of the Strait of Hormuz being closed for an extended period are rapidly increasing, with all that this would entail with regards to oil and […]

03.03.2026 15:59

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Public urged to know closest bomb shelter, recognise siren signals

The interior ministry on Tuesday reiterated instructions to the public in case of military aggression directed at Cyprus, including becoming familiar with the nearest bomb shelter and recognising siren signals. People can find the bomb shelters closest to home or work on the SafeCY app or by calling Civil Defence on 22 403451 or 22 […]

03.03.2026 15:55

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What the crowds don’t see: inside Limassol carnival

As a born and bred Nicosian, my relationship with the Limassol carnival growing up was limited to a mad dash to see the Sunday parade; a last-minute costume and the search to find parking near Makarios Ave to watch the parade. After joining the marching percussion band that leads Limassol’s parade I got a taste […]

03.03.2026 15:35

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Cyprus cheesemakers call for urgent measures to contain FMD

The cheesemakers association on Tuesday urged the government to implement immediate preventive measures to curb the spread of foot-and-mouth disease, warning that the outbreak threatens livestock production and the wider economy. In a letter to competent ministries, it stressed the need to protect public health, safeguard the food chain, and maintain economic stability. The association […]

03.03.2026 15:34

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Residents of Akrotiri away from their homes for several more days

Authorities may keep residents of Akrotiri away from their homes for several more days as a precaution while conditions in the area continue to stabilize, the head of Cyprus’ Civil Defense said Tuesday. Civil Defense commander Maria Papa told state radio that 80 of the community’s roughly 1,100 residents — including young children and people […]

03.03.2026 15:30

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Foot-and-mouth outbreak contained within 22 units

The spread of foot-and-mouth disease in Cyprus remains confined to 22 livestock units in the Larnaca district, authorities confirmed on Tuesday, with culling and vaccination operations ongoing to prevent further infections. Veterninary services spokeswoman Sotiria Georgiadou said that by Monday night, around 1,300 sheep and goats had been culled in Aradippou and Livadia, with another […]

03.03.2026 15:27

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Bank of Cyprus targets 100 per cent profit payout to shareholders by 2027

The Bank of Cyprus (BoC) on Tuesday outlined updated financial targets and capital allocation plans at an investor presentation. At the same time, GlobalWealth Group PLC announced that the Bank of Cyprus had agreed to invest €6 million in Wealthyhood Ltd, becoming a strategic partner and major shareholder. Regarding the former update, the Bank of […]

03.03.2026 15:24

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Paphos targets German tourists at ITB Berlin

Paphos is stepping up efforts to deepen its footprint in the German market, as the Paphos Regional Tourism Board (Etap) takes part in ITB Berlin, held from March 3 to 5. According to an announcement, the presence at the Berlin exhibition comes as regular and charter flight schedules from Germany to Paphos expand for the […]

03.03.2026 15:23

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Red Cross opens children’s activity centre for affected families

The launch of a temporary children’s activity centre to assist families impacted by evacuations and school closures in Limassol, was announced by the Cyprus Red Cross on Tuesday. The Stella Souliotis children’s therapeutic centre in Polemidia will host the centre for children aged 3 to 11. Parents or guardians must accompany those under six. The […]

03.03.2026 15:21

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Buildup of forces in Cyprus ‘necessary’, Letymbiotis says

The buildup of foreign military forces in and around Cyprus in recent days is “necessary”, after the island was hit by a drone, but the Republic of Cyprus itself is not party to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said on Tuesday. “In no case [is Cyprus party to the […]

03.03.2026 15:07

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Monjasa manager recognised for building regional shipping footprint

YoungShip Cyprus hosted its Young Leader Award Ceremony during the ‘Melodies Across the Sea’ event in February 2026 at Limassol New Port, bringing together the maritime community, industry figures and young professionals.  The highlight of the evening was the presentation of the Young Leader Award, reserved for individuals who inspire young professionals and consistently champion the mission of YoungShip Cyprus.   […]

03.03.2026 15:02

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What’s good for entertainment is bad for learning

I don’t read a lot of non-fiction, and I almost never review non-fiction. The Digital Delusion is a book I felt I had to make an exception for, because it is a book in whose subject matter I have both a personal interest and a professional obligation. As a teacher with a responsibility for pedagogical […]

03.03.2026 15:00

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Israeli envoy says Iran strike on Cyprus reflects ‘desperation’

Israel’s permanent representative to the United Nations said on Tuesday that Iran’s actions involving Cyprus underline what he described as Tehran’s growing desperation. Speaking to correspondents at the United Nations, Danny Danon said that Iranian attacks extending beyond Israel and into the wider region, including Cyprus, were a sign of panic rather than a coherent […]

03.03.2026 14:54

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Fidan says risk of Iran targeting Cyprus remains very limited

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on Tuesday played down the likelihood of Cyprus becoming a target of an Iranian attack, describing the risk as very limited despite rising regional tensions. Speaking to Turkish media, Fidan said he did not believe Iran was likely to strike Cyprus at this stage. “I don’t consider it likely at […]

03.03.2026 14:45

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Iran war enters fourth day in ‘smoke and blood’ as markets slide

Explosions tore through Tehran and Beirut on Tuesday and financial markets around the world slid at the prospect of a prolonged disruption to global energy supplies from the U.S.-Israeli air war against Iran. A day after President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu gave open-ended answers when asked how long the war would last, […]

03.03.2026 14:35

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Clinton says Trump told him of ‘some great times’ with Jeffrey Epstein

Former President Bill Clinton told lawmakers that President Donald Trump told him he had “some great times” with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein before their relationship soured, according to a video released late on Monday. In a videotaped deposition to the House of Representatives Oversight Committee, the former Democratic president said under oath that Trump […]

03.03.2026 14:28

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