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Public transport must earn trust, says Vafeades

From traffic congestion and road safety to electric vehicles and Cyprus’ ambitions as a regional transport hub, the challenges facing the transport sector are wide-ranging. In an interview with the Cyprus Mail, Transport Minister Alexis Vafeades said the government’s priority is to make everyday travel easier while investing in infrastructure that supports long-term growth and […]

16.06.2026 04:24

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Our View: Government right to clarify defence arrangements

AFTER Cyprus and France signed the Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) at the start of the previous week, some media reports claimed that this would lead to the permanent presence of French troops on the island. This gave rise to reports claiming that the Greek F-16 jets stationed in Cyprus, since the drone attack on […]

16.06.2026 04:20

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Group H: Araujo equaliser saves Uruguay’s blushes in draw with Saudis

Maxi Araujo scored a late equaliser to salvage a 1-1 draw for Uruguay in their World Cup opener against Saudi Arabia on Monday, preventing another stunning upset in Group H after Spain’s earlier goalless draw with Cape Verde. The Saudis famously beat Argentina 2-1 in their 2022 tournament opener and looked on course for another […]

16.06.2026 04:00

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Trump says Iran deal is ‘all signed’, details remain unclear

US President Donald Trump said on Monday that a preliminary agreement to end the war in the Gulf has already been signed by the United States and Iran, although key details have not yet been made public. “The deal’s all signed,” Trump said after arriving in France for a G7 summit, adding that Vice President […]

15.06.2026 22:49

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Two Cypriot MEPs to abstain from European Parliament vote on Turkey report

Cypriot MEPs Loukas Fourlas and Giorgos Georgiou are set to abstain from Wednesday’s plenary vote on a European Parliament report concerning Turkey, despite both describing elements of the text as positive for Cyprus. Speaking to journalists in Strasbourg on Monday, Fourlas said the report reflected a compromise position within the European Parliament.  “It is not […]

15.06.2026 22:31

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Ukrainian man found guilty of setting UK PM Starmer’s property on fire

A Ukrainian man was found guilty on Monday of carrying out arson attacks on properties linked to British Prime Minister Keir Starmer in May last year on behalf of a mystery figure known only as “EL Money”. Over a five-day period in May, emergency services responded to fires at a house in north London linked […]

15.06.2026 22:14

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Cyprus backs EU sanctions on violent West Bank settlers

Cyprus supports the promotion of restrictive measures against violent settlers and extremist elements in the West Bank, Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos said on Monday after meetings of the EU Foreign Affairs Council and the EU-Egypt Association Council in Luxembourg. Addressing developments in the Middle East, Kombos said Cyprus had been clear in backing action against […]

15.06.2026 22:09

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Historic Ukrainian monastery damaged, 10 people killed in Russian attacks

A 1,000-year-old monastery regarded as one of Ukraine’s most important spiritual and cultural landmarks was badly damaged on Monday during a large-scale Russian attack that killed 10 people across the country, hours after Donald Trump held separate talks with the leaders of Russia and Ukraine about ending the war. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on […]

15.06.2026 22:00

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Man wanted since 2023 over drug trafficking case arrested

A 51-year-old man wanted since 2023 in connection with a drug trafficking investigation was arrested on Monday. According to police, the suspect was sought in relation to an ongoing case involving the importation and possession of drugs with intent to supply, as well as alleged participation in a criminal syndicate. His details and photograph were […]

15.06.2026 21:41

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Omonia’s Semedo features as Cape Verde hold Spain to draw

Omonia winger Willy Semedo played his part as Cape Verde held European champions Spain to a goalless draw in their first ever game at a World Cup finals at the Atlanta Stadium in Georgia. Semedo played the last half an hour of a remarkable defensive display, which saw the side ranked 117th in the world […]

15.06.2026 21:18

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Civil defence outlines reasons certain users did not receive CY-Alert test

Civil defence has explained why certain mobile phone users did not receive Monday’s nationwide CY-Alert test notification, after thousands of devices received a simulated missing person alert as part of the emergency warning system’s latest exercise. The test message was sent at around 3.10pm and concerned a fictional kidnapping and missing person scenario. While the […]

15.06.2026 21:12

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Lebanon requests Cyprus’ support in implementing peace deal

President Nikos Christodoulides said on Monday that ensuring the implementation of the recently reached agreement between the United States and Iran is now the key priority, following a telephone conversation with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun. Speaking in Limassol while attending a graduation ceremony at the technological university (Tepak), Christodoulides welcomed the agreement and said its […]

15.06.2026 21:02

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Cypriot MEP raises concern over Turkish aircraft harassment to European parliament

Cypriot MEP Geadis Geadi addressed the European Parliament plenary session to criticise Turkish harassment of aircraft carrying European defence ministers recently travelling to Cyprus. Geadi said he had received approval from the Parliament president, Roberta Metsola, to inform the chamber about what he described as interference during the informal EU defence ministers’ meeting held in […]

15.06.2026 20:51

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President ‘does not downplay’ Turkish FM’s remarks on two-state solution

President Nikos Christodoulides said on Monday that he “does not downplay or underestimate” recent statements by Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on the Cyprus problem. Speaking to journalists in Limassol, Christodoulides was asked about Fidan’s comments following his meeting with the UN secretary-general’s personal envoy, Maria Angela Holguin, during which the Turkish foreign minister reportedly […]

15.06.2026 20:25

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Union weighs in over tourism ministry spat

The main civil servants’ union on Monday demanded a meeting with the president to discuss the suspension of a senior official at the deputy tourism ministry, arguing that the administrative measure was disproportionate. Pasydy union was weighing in on the case of Neofytos Papadopoulos, the permanent secretary at the deputy tourism ministry, who was last […]

15.06.2026 20:21

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Fitiris: ‘prison guards cannot take 200 days of sick leave and then protest’

Justice Minister Costas Fitiris criticised prison guards on Monday over working practices and sick leave, while also outlining reforms to prisons and policing. Speaking to Alpha, Fitiris said he could not accept complaints from prison officers while questioning their conduct, saying that “it’s not possible for some people to take 200 days of sick leave […]

15.06.2026 20:18

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Supreme court rejects challenge to Russian’s detention in extradition case

The Supreme Court on Monday rejected a legal challenge from a Russian national detained in Larnaca as part of extradition proceedings to the United States, ruling that his arrest and continued custody were lawful. He had been arrested on May 9 at Larnaca airport following an Interpol notice from US authorities alleging conspiracy and money […]

15.06.2026 20:17

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Reflections of Clay: Cyprus’ potters gather for exhibition

This summer, an exciting new exhibition lands in Larnaca, bringing together some of the island’s potters and ceramic artists. Larnaca Municipality and the Cyprus Association of Potters and Ceramic Artists present the exhibition Reflections of Clay, which will be hosted at the Larnaca Municipal Art Gallery from Friday to August 22. Through works by contemporary […]

15.06.2026 19:11

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Kyiv disputes resignation claim as Ukrainian ambassador to Cyprus dismissed

Ukraine’s foreign ministry on Monday rejected claims by its ambassador to Cyprus that he submitted a voluntary resignation, saying a formal recall process had already been initiated, amid accusations over performance and internal procedure disputes. The ministry said allegations made by ambassador Sergii Nizhynskyi were “false and misleading” and said a proposal for his recall […]

15.06.2026 18:48

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Police review to examine bodyguard protection for politicans

A comprehensive review of police protection arrangements for political and state officials is underway after Justice Minister Constantinos Fitiris on Monday said he had instructed the police security committee to reassess existing risk evaluations. The process is expected to include newly elected parliamentary leaders Odysseas Michaelides and Fidias Panayiotou. The review comes amid growing pressure […]

15.06.2026 18:41

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Annita calls for ‘stronger European role’ in Cyprus talks

House President Annita Demetriou on Monday called for a “stronger and more structured” role for the European Union in talks aimed at resolving the Cyprus problem. In a letter she penned to Manfred Weber, the leader of the European People’s Party, the European grouping to which her party, Disy, belongs she wrote that “the Cyprus […]

15.06.2026 18:35

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Raouna hails ‘landmark step’ in EU enlargement as talks with Ukraine, Moldova begin

European Affairs Deputy Minister Marilena Raouna on Monday spoke of a “significant milestone” for both Ukraine and Moldova, with intergovernmental conferences between the European Union and both countries taking place to formally open negotiations for both to join the bloc. She said that Cyprus, in its role as the current holder of the EU Council’s […]

15.06.2026 18:33

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KEO proposes €1.68 million dividend payment from 2024 profits

Cypriot beverage company KEO plc announced on Monday that its board of directors has proposed a dividend payment to shareholders during a meeting held earlier today. The proposal involves a total dividend distribution of €1,687,276.92, which corresponds to 4 cents of a euro for each fully paid share. This payout will be sourced from the […]

15.06.2026 18:29

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‘Come on, then!’ – Ustel challenges north opposition to two elections in one day

Turkish Cypriot ‘prime minister’ Unal Ustel on Monday challenged opposition parties to acquiesce to his plans for local and legislative elections to be held on the same day in December. “Since you are all so gutsy, come on, then! Let’s have two elections at the same time! Come on!” he said during an address to […]

15.06.2026 18:25

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