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Erhurman stresses need for confidence-building measures at Fitto meeting

Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman on Friday stressed the need for the implementation of confidence building measures, both between the island’s two sides, and between the Turkish Cypriot community and the European Union, as he met the European Commission’s Cyprus problem envoy Raffaele Fitto for the first time. “We explained to him that the recent […]

31.07.2026 15:34

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Cyprus’ best beachfront dining spot?

It is hard to believe that Sense by the Sea has just celebrated its first anniversary, as it seems like it was only just built. There was much discussion as to what would be rebuilt on the site of a very popular beach bar in Potima Bay, and thankfully all the rumours were laid to […]

31.07.2026 15:30

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Cyprus annual inflation eases slightly to 4 per cent in July

Annual consumer inflation in Cyprus stood at an estimated 4 per cent in July 2026, according to preliminary data released by Eurostat on Friday. This headline figure reflects a slight cooling from the 4.1 per cent rate recorded in June 2026, although price pressures remain significantly elevated compared to earlier periods. On a monthly basis, […]

31.07.2026 15:21

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Four injured as roadworks machine overturns

Four workers were injured after a road construction machine overturned during roadworks in the village of Marathounta, Paphos, on Friday morning. Police said the accident happened at around 10.30am while employees of a private company were carrying out road repair works. Three of the workers managed to get out of the overturned machine and were […]

31.07.2026 15:20

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Man remanded over alleged stabbing in Limassol

A 20-year-old man was remanded in custody for four days by the Limassol district court on Friday in connection with the alleged stabbing of a 19-year-old man. Police said the victim, who remains in hospital in a stable condition, reported that he was attacked at around 1.30am on Friday while outside a premises in Limassol. […]

31.07.2026 15:16

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Cyprus industrial output prices edge up in June

The Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat) on Friday reported that the Index of Industrial Output Prices recorded an annual increase of 2.3 per cent in June 2026. The index reached 125.8 units during the month, using 2021 as a base value of 100 points, which represents a 0.3 per cent rise compared to May 2026. Over […]

31.07.2026 15:05

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Cyprus household debt edges higher in first quarter of 2026

Household financial assets reach €65.30bn, central bank reports The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) on Friday published its Quarterly Financial Accounts for the reporting period ending in March 2026, providing an overview of the financial positions of insurance companies, investment funds, pension funds, households and non-financial corporations. The report showed that household and corporate debt […]

31.07.2026 14:35

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UK announces arrest of espionage suspect arrested in Cyprus last year

London’s metropolitan police on Friday announced the arrest of a 44-year-old man who was arrested in Cyprus last year, accused of having spied on both the British Royal Air Force’s base at Akrotiri and the National Guard’s Andreas Papandreou airbase in Paphos. The man, a dual British and Azerbaijani national, was initially arrested in June […]

31.07.2026 14:29

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Two new suspected foot-and-mouth cases under investigation

Two suspected cases of foot-and-mouth disease are under investigation in the villages of Pendakomo and Avgorou, areas where no cases…

31.07.2026 14:27

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Turkey’s AK Party demands Cyprus talks based on UN parameters

Turkey’s ruling AK Party’s spokesman Omer Celik has said discussions on the Cyprus problem must take place “on the basis of diplomacy and the United Nations’ parameters”, as he reacted to European Commission envoy Raffaele Fitto’s visit to the island. “Regarding the European Union’s appointment of a new representative on the Cypurs issue, unfortunately, the […]

31.07.2026 14:19

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Free sweets, live music and basket weaving in Livadia

Larnaca welcomes August with the 13th Basketry and Traditional Culture Festival this weekend. As soon as the new month rolls in, on Saturday, August 1, the Larnaca Municipality – Livadia Municipal District hosts a special evening dedicated to tradition, music and folk craftsmanship. Agnooumenon Square in Agia Paraskevi of Livadia will fill with music and […]

31.07.2026 13:58

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Even at the beach, it’s hard for Russians to escape the war

Children paddle in the warm waters of the Black Sea and sunbathers crowd the beaches. But this is no ordinary holiday season in Russia. In the fifth summer of the Ukraine war, Russians are having to contend with widespread gasoline shortages and the risk of drone attacks as they plan their annual break in the […]

31.07.2026 13:50

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Shell exits Cyprus Aphrodite gas field in $720m deal

Energy company Shell said on Friday it had ‌agreed to sell its BG Cyprus unit to Hungarian oil and gas firm MOL Group for up to $720 million, as the British oil major sharpens its focus on LNG ​operations. BG Cyprus’ 35 per cent non-operated interest in a Cyprus Offshore block, home ​to the Aphrodite […]

31.07.2026 13:41

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Cyprus government maintains surplus despite higher spending

Cyprus fiscal surplus reaches 1.1 per cent of GDP Cyprus recorded a general government fiscal surplus of €420.30 million in the first six months of 2026, equivalent to 1.1 per cent of GDP, according to preliminary figures released on Friday by the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat). The surplus was slightly higher than the €416.80m, or […]

31.07.2026 13:33

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Judge reserves decision on father’s bid to attend children’s funeral in Bulgaria

The senior judge of the Sovereign Base Areas (SBA) court on Friday reserved his decision on a bail application by the father accused over the deaths of his two young sons, who is seeking temporary release to travel to Bulgaria for their funerals. Following a second day of legal submissions, the court concluded the hearing […]

31.07.2026 13:22

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Cypriots withdraw €2.6bn as local ATM network continues to shrink

The total number of automated teller machines (ATMs) across Cyprus fell slightly from 398 at the end of the second half of 2024 to 396 at the end of the second half of 2025, according to a report from the Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC). Although new machines were installed in remote and mountainous areas […]

31.07.2026 13:06

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Vassiliko Cement first-half profit rises to €23.2 million

Vassiliko Cement Works Public Company Ltd on Friday reported a first-half profit of €23.23 million, up from €19.51 million a year earlier, as stronger domestic cement sales and improved clinker export prices lifted both revenue and profitability. The company said its board of directors approved the consolidated interim financial statements for the six months ended […]

31.07.2026 12:49

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CBC tightens licensing rules for payment and money firms

The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) will overhaul the licensing process for electronic money institutions and payment institutions from August 3, 2026, introducing a new pre-application stage, higher fees and tougher scrutiny for applicants. The changes form part of a wider licensing and supervisory strategy for the sector, first announced on December 20, 2024, the […]

31.07.2026 12:38

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Israeli billboard vandalised in Palestinian colours

The election billboard near Larnaca airport promoting Israeli prime ministerial candidate and former IDF chief-of-staff Gadi Eisenkot has been vandalised with paint in the colours of the Palestinian flag. News about the billboard had first made headlines earlier this week, prompting criticism from activist groups and independent MEP Fidias Panayiotou, who called for a prohibition […]

31.07.2026 12:32

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Christodoulides highlights critical phase in Cyprus talks

The upcoming period is crucial for resuming negotiations on the Cyprus issue, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Friday after a meeting with Famagusta municipality officials and foreign visitors marking the occupation anniversary. Government spokesman Victor Papadopoulos said the president updated the delegation on recent developments, including UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres’ visit to Cyprus earlier this […]

31.07.2026 12:26

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Why Andy Burnham is right to want for‑profit firms out of social care

Benjamin Goodair, London School of Economics and Political Science Prime minister Andy Burnham announced on Wednesday his commitment to improving…

31.07.2026 12:26

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Questions raised over who knew of firing range exercise

Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas was on Friday accused of trying to shift the real responsibility for Monday’s fire that started from the Kalo Chorio firing range from senior levels of the National Guard to the 70th Engineers Battalion. The fire, which destroyed 1.2 square kilometres and prompted evacuations in nearby villages, was also reported on […]

31.07.2026 12:21

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Cyprus borrowers shift toward longer-term fixed-rate loans

ECB policy cycle reshaped Cyprus’ lending landscape, CBC says The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) on Friday published a new Economic Brief examining how the European Central Bank’s (ECB) recent monetary policy cycle reshaped the composition of bank lending in Cyprus, concluding that a marked shift towards longer-term fixed-rate loans has brought domestic financing conditions […]

31.07.2026 12:14

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Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Porto Heli celebrates another summer of luxury beachfront living

Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Porto Heli welcomes guests to experience another unforgettable Greek summer, where luxury hospitality, exceptional dining, wellness and vibrant lifestyle experiences come together under the brand’s signature philosophy, “A Celebration of Life”.  Set on the crystal-clear coastline of the eastern Peloponnese, the beachfront resort combines contemporary design with breathtaking sea views, offering 66 stylish rooms […]

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