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Agreement on Cyprus-Israel gas field expected next month

Cyprus and Israel are “very close” to an interstate agreement regarding the Aphrodite natural gas reservoir, the energy minister reiterated on Monday. Michalis Damianou told CyBC that an Israeli government delegation was expected to visit the island over the next fortnight. The two sides are currently in talks to close the pending matters, paving the […]

02.02.2026 19:07

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Three arrested in Nicosia as police target drugs and weapons

Three men were arrested in Nicosia on Monday following a coordinated police operation targeting illegal possession of drugs and firearms, money laundering and other offences. The operation began at 5am and concluded around 10.30am, during which police searched multiple homes and premises under court warrants, seizing a number of firearms, quantities of drugs, sums of […]

02.02.2026 18:28

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Two athletes to represent Cyprus at Winter Olympics

Cyprus will be represented by one male and one female athlete at the 25th Winter Olympic Games in Milan-Cortina, marking the country’s first two-athlete participation in the Winter Games in 12 years, the Cyprus Olympic Committee announced on Monday. The games will run from February 6 to 22 in Italy. Yiannos Kouyoumdjian will compete in […]

02.02.2026 18:22

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Why everyone is watching this token instead of Solana (SOL) when searching for the next crypto to explode

Solana (SOL) continues to be one of the most closely watched layer-1 blockchains thanks to its speed, scalability, and established DeFi ecosystem, but many analysts now view its phase of explosive upside as largely priced in. With SOL already commanding a substantial market capitalization, attention is shifting toward where the next crypto to explode could […]

02.02.2026 18:10

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Fairer insurance premiums for elderly heads for House approval

A legislative proposal aimed at amending the law on insurance for elderly drivers was on Monday forwarded to the House plenum. The proposal, by MP Alexandra Attalides, and was discussed at the House human rights committee. Committee chair Irini Charalambides described the proposal as very important, adding that committee members had indicated their intention to […]

02.02.2026 17:50

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Car of Game Warden Torched in Geroskipou; Police Probe Possible Link to Poaching Rings

Police are investigating an arson attack that destroyed the personal vehicle of a 46‑year‑old game warden in Geroskipou early Monday, in what authorities say may be connected to organized poaching activity in...

02.02.2026 17:36

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What Limassol Carnival reveals about Cyprus waste culture

At a recent roundtable discussion organised by the Green Committee at Poseidonia Beach Hotel as part of RE-Merry Christmas -The Other Market- one topic stood out above all others: the hidden environmental cost of Carnival — and what it says about our habits as a society. The discussion, moderated by Genia Boustany, Director at Poseidonia, […]

02.02.2026 17:27

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Registrations for new National Guard recruits to open in April

Registration for teenagers starting their military service this summer will open in April, the defence ministry said on Monday. The platform will allow conscripts to express their choices for deployment across branches of the National Guard, as part of the selection and allocation process. Teens will not be required to create a profile again. The […]

02.02.2026 17:27

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Gulf investors apply to build Limassol science park

A consortium of Cypriot and foreign companies has submitted an offer to build and operate a science and technological park at Pentakomo, the government announced on Monday. The single offer submitted is now being assessed. The government has for decades been seeking a strategic investor to build and operate a science and tech park at […]

02.02.2026 17:19

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Bill on access rights for support dogs heads to plenum

A legislative proposal aimed at ensuring access for support dogs accompanying people into public buildings and public transport is set to be voted onj at the House plenum on Thursday. The proposal was submitted by Diko MP Christos Senekis and was discussed on Monday at the House human rights committee. Committee chair Irini Charalambides described […]

02.02.2026 17:02

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Cyta revenues climb to €442 million with solid 2025 profits

State-owned telecommunications provider Cyta on Monday presented its 2026 budget focused on digital infrastructure investment to the House finance and budget committee, outlining stable profitability, network resilience and a continued expansion of next-generation technologies. The budget places strong emphasis on major investments in digital infrastructure, profitability and resilience, positioning Cyta as a central pillar of […]

02.02.2026 16:57

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Erhurman says Christodoulides has not kept promises

Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman on Monday said President Nikos Christodoulides has not kept promises he had made regarding confidence-building measures between the island’s two sides. “Promises were made regarding the matter of halloumi and on crossings at the Astromeritis and Dherynia crossing points, that those matters would be solved by January 31. Unfortunately, they […]

02.02.2026 16:50

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Cyprus Police Issue Match‑Day Guidelines Ahead of Pafos FC–APOEL Clash

Police are urging fans to show respect and sportsmanship at Wednesday’s rescheduled league match between Pafos FC and APOEL, set to kick off at 7 p.m. as part of the 15th round...

02.02.2026 16:34

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Kokomix supports forest restoration in Souni village

Kokomix, a leading ready-mixed concrete supplier in Cyprus, took part in an environmental initiative on January 25, 2026, aimed at restoring forest areas in the village of Souni, which were affected by a large-scale wildfire in July 2025. The wildfire impacted parts of the Limassol region, with more than 120-sq.km of land affected. As part […]

02.02.2026 16:20

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British serial killer ‘Suffolk Strangler’ pleads guilty to 1999 murder

British serial killer, dubbed the ‘Suffolk Strangler’ by the media after he killed five young women, pleaded guilty on Monday to an earlier murder of a teenager committed more than 25 years ago. Steve Wright, who is already serving a life sentence with no prospect of parole for a 2006 killing spree, appeared at London’s […]

02.02.2026 16:19

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No new targeted Russian strikes on Ukrainian energy infrastructure, Zelenskiy says

Russia has not carried out any targeted missile or drone strikes on Ukrainian energy infrastructure in the last 24 hours although energy facilities in frontline areas have come under fire, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Monday. Zelenskiy’s statement highlighted the limitations of a short-term energy truce that Russia agreed to last week at the […]

02.02.2026 16:14

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Strong consumer activity fuels growth in Cyprus retail trade

Retail trade in Cyprus, excluding motor vehicles, recorded strong annual growth, according to a report by the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat). Specifically, the turnover value index of retail trade increased by 5.8 per cent in December 2025 compared with the corresponding month of the previous year. During the same month, the turnover volume index of […]

02.02.2026 16:02

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Foreclosure reform pushed as MPs demand urgent action

MPs on Monday called for urgent changes to Cyprus’ foreclosure laws, pressing for the protection of borrowers and guarantors. Akel MP Aristos Damianou told the House finance committee that for a decade his party has sought “to restore the balance between the privileges of banks and, more so, credit acquisition and management companies and the […]

02.02.2026 15:48

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Turkish F-35 access blocked, Cyprus monitoring situation

The defence ministry on Monday said it is monitoring Turkey’s application to participate in the F-35 fighter jet programme, expected to be resolved within four to six months, US ambassador to Ankara Tom Barrack said on Monday. Speaking on a panel in Istanbul, Barrack said the United States will not sell F-35 jets to Turkey, […]

02.02.2026 15:41

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Cyprus Weather Outlook: Dust, Showers and a Gradual Midweek Improvement

A low‑pressure system is affecting the region, with light high pressure expected to follow on Tuesday. Thick dust will linger in the atmosphere through the afternoon before gradually thinning and clearing by...

02.02.2026 15:30

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‘I owe my survival in part to a person I will never know’

My understanding of blood donation is not abstract. As a teenager, I was hit by a speeding car while crossing the road and needed surgery, treatment and a blood transfusion to recover. I owe my survival in part to a person I will never know, a donor who gave without expecting anything in return. It’s […]

02.02.2026 15:30

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One in six Cypriots struggle to keep warm

In 2024, 9.2 per cent of the EU population was not able to keep their home adequately warm, Eurostat reported on Monday. Cyprus stood at 14.6 per cent. According to Eurostat, 2024 recorded a 1.4 percentage point improvement compared with 2023. The highest shares of people unable to keep their homes adequately warm were observed […]

02.02.2026 15:26

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Cyta’s ‘DIVER’ ad video shines at Ermis Awards

The success of any major production begins long before the cameras start rolling. It starts with a collaboration based on trust and a shared vision. For the “DIVER” campaign’s ad video, Cyta and Gnomi Integrated Communications proved that when a client and an advertising agency embrace true creativity, the result is historic – especially when […]

02.02.2026 15:03

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Cyprus government bond reaches maturity

The Republic of Cyprus will repay a zero-interest government bond a week from today, with the final interest payment made on the same day, according to an announcement by the Finance Ministry’s public debt management office. The bond relates to the 0 per cent eurobond of the Republic of Cyprus first series 2021, which carries […]

02.02.2026 14:46

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