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UK to send warship to shield RAF Akrotiri

Britain is planning to deploy a Royal Navy warship to the eastern Mediterranean to bolster the defence of its bases in Cyprus, according to a report published on Tuesday. The Times reported that the UK is planning to send a warship to protect RAF Akrotiri, citing three sources familiar with internal defence discussions. The move […]

03.03.2026 14:01

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Athens’ full support to Cyprus

Greek Defense Minister Nikos Dendias on Tuesday pledged Athens’ full support to Cyprus, telling President Nikos Christodoulides that Greece stands ready to provide any assistance it can within its capabilities. Speaking at the start of their meeting in Nicosia, Dendias said the broader region is facing “difficult moments,” and stressed that Greece intends to demonstrate […]

03.03.2026 14:00

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Middle East conflict could trigger new eurozone inflation spike

Ratings agency Morningstar DBRS said crude oil prices have risen sharply since coordinated attacks by the United States and Israel against Iranian military targets began on February 28, heightening political risk and disrupting energy flows. In a publication following the breakout of the conflict, the agency said higher crude prices reflect increased geopolitical uncertainty and […]

03.03.2026 13:56

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Ministry says 19 Cyprus-flagged ships in Persian Gulf remain safe

Cyprus’ Deputy Ministry of Shipping on Tuesday said that there are currently 19 ships under the Cypriot flag operating in the Persian Gulf, adding that both the vessels and their crews remain safe. In a statement, the ministry said it has been closely monitoring developments in the region “from the very beginning” and remains in […]

03.03.2026 13:30

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Greece puts country at Cyprus’ ‘full disposal’

Cyprus and Greece stand united and will “always be part of the solution” in the context of ongoing tensions in the region, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Tuesday after meeting Greek Defence Minister Nikos Dendias at the palace. “Greece declares itself present once again. A move of particularly substantial but also symbolic importance. A move […]

03.03.2026 13:27

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Cyprus budget surplus falls as public servant pay bill climbs to €4.13bn

The Cyprus general government achieved a fiscal surplus of €939.2 million during the entirety of 2025, according to preliminary results released by the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat) on Tuesday. This positive balance represents 2.6 per cent of the national gross domestic product (GDP), a decrease from the surplus of €1.44 billion, or 4.1 per cent […]

03.03.2026 13:17

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Elderly woman injured in Limassol home robbery

A 77-year-old woman was injured during a home robbery in Limassol in the early hours of Tuesday, during which jewellery and a mobile phone were stolen, police said. Police were alerted at around 1.30am and attended the woman’s residence, where she was found at the front door with a head injury. She told officers that […]

03.03.2026 13:09

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Cyprus records lowest inflation in eurozone as prices stay flat

Euro area annual inflation is expected to reach 1.9 per cent in February 2026, up from 1.7 per cent in January, according to a flash estimate by Eurostat. The figures indicate a modest acceleration in headline inflation across the eurozone, even as Cyprus continues to record one of the lowest rates in the bloc. According […]

03.03.2026 12:56

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Calm at Dhekelia bases after drone strike

The situation at the British bases in Dhekelia remained calm on Tuesday, with no further attacks or incidents reported following Monday’s Iranian-backed drone strike, which was launched from Lebanon. According to reports, the bases issued a statement on Monday afternoon to the mayors of the surrounding municipalities of Ayia Napa and Paralimni–Deryneia, informing them of […]

03.03.2026 12:45

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Cyprus pitched as strategic EU starting point for Indian capital

Cyprus pitched itself as a strategic European gateway for Indian capital at the India–Cyprus Business and Investment Summit 2026 in Nicosia, with business and diplomatic leaders pointing to a partnership gaining depth against a shifting geopolitical and trade backdrop. Addressing the summit organised by the High Commission of India in Cyprus, Cyprus Chamber of Commerce […]

03.03.2026 12:27

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Flight cancellations continue into Tuesday as Iran conflict disrupts Cyprus air traffic

Flight disruptions linked to the escalating regional conflict with Iran continued into Tuesday, with airlines cancelling a significant number of services to and from Cyprus. Flights arriving from Israel were among the most heavily impacted. Services from Tel Aviv operated by Sundor, Tus Airways, and Cyprus Airways were cancelled throughout the day, as were multiple […]

03.03.2026 12:24

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Teen Arrested in Limassol Car Arson Case

Police arrested a 17‑year‑old early Tuesday in connection with the arson of a parked car in Limassol late last month, authorities said. The fire broke out at about 2:40 a.m. on Feb. 25 in the parking area of an apartment building, destroying a vehicle owned by a 28‑year‑old woman and causing damage to the building’s […]

03.03.2026 12:15

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Teen arrested over Limassol car arson

A 17-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with a car arson that occurred on February 25, 2026, in Limassol, police said on Tuesday. According to police, at around 2.40am on February 25 a fire broke out in a vehicle belonging to a 28-year-old woman while it was parked in the car park of a […]

03.03.2026 12:10

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Tainting a good story with undercooked critical theory

Your response to this novel’s title, and specifically the word ‘postcolonial’, is likely to determine your subsequent enjoyment of the book. Because a novel that points knowingly at both its genre and its critical stance from before you even open it is making the reader certain guarantees. You know it’s going to have some level […]

03.03.2026 12:00

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Hoteliers see no immediate fallout to Cyprus tourism sector from Iran crisis

Cyprus’ hotel sector continues to record stable bookings following recent security incidents linked to the conflict with Iran, with the hoteliers association stressing the destination’s resilience. Speaking to the Cyprus Mail on Tuesday, association president, Thanos Michaelides, said the sector was closely monitoring developments but had so far seen no disruption from either international or […]

03.03.2026 11:57

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Sovereign AI becomes top priority as most firms now vet vendor origins

The Deloitte AI Institute on Tuesday unveiled its new global study on artificial intelligence, revealing that organisations stand at the untapped edge of AI’s potential despite rising ambition. The report, titled The State of AI in the Enterprise The Untapped Edge 2026 AI report and circulated locally by Deloitte Cyprus, examines how organisations are engaging […]

03.03.2026 11:52

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Five arrested in nationwide police crackdown

Five people were arrested during coordinated police operations carried out across Cyprus on Monday night. During the night-time patrols, police stopped 296 vehicles for inspection and checked 351 individuals travelling in them. Twenty-one premises were inspected as part of efforts to combat delinquency, resulting in one complaint. Traffic controls led to 122 reports for various […]

03.03.2026 11:50

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Cyprus tech-savvy but cash-clueless? CySEC official calls for urgent reform

Digital financial literacy must begin early, as children in Cyprus and beyond are already immersed in a world of invisible and instant money, according to Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) officer Elena Karkoti. In a comprehensive piece of analysis highlighting the urgency of the issue, she argued that digital finance is already embedded in […]

03.03.2026 11:35

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More than code: The high-stakes alchemy of legendary CS2 skins

If you’ve ever sat in the dark at 3 AM, clutching a mouse and staring at a pixels-wide gap in a smoke on Overpass, you know that Counter-Strike has never really been a simple shooter. It’s an ecosystem. It’s a culture. And for many of us, it’s a high-stakes gallery of digital art. There is […]

03.03.2026 11:18

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Drone hits fuel tank at Oman’s Duqm port

A fuel tank at Oman’s Duqm commercial port was hit on Tuesday when the facility came under attack from several unmanned aircraft, the state news agency said, citing a security source, on the fourth day of U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran, which has responded by targeting neighbouring countries. The attack comes a day after Qatar halted […]

03.03.2026 11:08

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ATP monitoring conflict as Dubai travel delays affect players

The ATP said on Monday it is monitoring the situation in the Middle East and remains in close contact with players after airspace disruptions left a small number of competitors in Dubai following last week’s ATP 500 event. Ongoing conflict between Iran, the United States and Israel has led to airspace closures and widespread flight […]

03.03.2026 11:05

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Cyprus startups present AI and digital solutions to global audience

The Research and Innovation Foundation (RIF) is taking part in a conference titled ‘4 Years From Now 2026‘, held within the framework of Mobile World Congress Barcelona 2026, alongside eight innovative Cypriot companies. According to an announcement released on Tuesday by the foundation, this helped to showcase “the dynamism and outward-looking orientation of Cyprus’ national […]

03.03.2026 10:50

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Real Madrid stunned as Getafe shake up LaLiga title race

Martin Satriano’s superb first-half volley earned Getafe a shock 1-0 victory at Real Madrid in LaLiga on Monday, a result that left leaders Barcelona four points clear at the top of the standings. Real dominated possession from kickoff and controlled the game but failed to turn pressure into goals, squandering several chances in an ill-tempered […]

03.03.2026 10:47

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Cyprus Tourism Revenue Rises 11.3% in December; Full‑Year Earnings Up 15%

Tourism revenue in Cyprus rose 11.3 percent in December 2025, reaching €96.7 million compared with €86.9 million in the same month a year earlier, the Statistical Service has said. For the full year, revenue climbed to €3.7 billion, up 15.2 percent from €3.21 billion in 2024, according to results from the Traveler Survey. Per‑capita spending […]

03.03.2026 10:45

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