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Oman presented regional mechanism for Hormuz to Iran

Oman has presented a proposal to Iran for a joint regional mechanism to manage the Strait of Hormuz with voluntary fees, a Gulf source told Reuters on Tuesday. Under the Omani proposal, which has regional backing and was presented to Iranian officials over the weekend in Tehran, Iran would not exercise sole control of the […]

28.07.2026 14:37

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Labour catches Reform in polls after Burnham becomes PM

Britain’s governing Labour Party has caught up with, or overtaken, Nigel Farage’s populist Reform UK in the polls, according to three different surveys which showed a bounce for new leader Andy Burnham a week after he became prime minister. Farage’s anti-immigrant Reform party had led nearly every opinion poll for more than a year and […]

28.07.2026 14:31

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Erhurman tells Guterres of Turkish Cypriots’ will for solution

Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman on Tuesday told United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres that he is most likely “aware of the Turkish Cypriot people’s strong will” for a solution to the Cyprus problem, as he welcomed him to his official residence in the north. “I believe you are aware of the Turkish Cypriot people’s strong […]

28.07.2026 14:28

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Christodoulides to Guterres: We need good news in Cyprus

President Nikos Christodoulides on Tuesday said that Cyprus is in need of “good news” as he welcomed United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres to the presidential palace. “We are very glad to have you here. It is another clear indication of your commitment to the solution of the Cyprus problem based on the UN security council […]

28.07.2026 14:19

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Civil Defence says technical fault delayed CyAlert warning

A technical fault delayed the delivery of a CyAlert emergency warning during Monday’s wildfire in Larnaca district, Civil Defence said on Tuesday confirming it activated the Polyvios emergency evacuation plan to safely evacuate residents from Ayia Anna and Psevdas. Civil Defence said it had assisted in the evacuation of the affected communities in line with […]

28.07.2026 14:03

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Cyprus cooperative bank drive expands with islandwide meetings

A series of 40 islandwide regional meetings aimed at informing the public about the terms of a 42 million share public offering will begin on July 30, 2026, organised by the Pancyprian Cooperative Society for Participation and Promotion of Cooperativism, in cooperation with the Union of Cyprus Communities. The meetings follow the approval of the […]

28.07.2026 13:42

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Police release photos of men wanted for AEK-Beitar violence

Police released photographs on Tuesday of individuals wanted in connection with the violence that erupted before the July 23 Uefa Conference League match between AEK Larnaca and Beitar Jerusalem at the AEK Arena in Larnaca. The authorities appealed to anyone who can identify or locate the men to contact the Larnaca CID on 24-804-060, the […]

28.07.2026 13:21

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Elias Neocleous law firm retains Band 1 ranking in 2026 Chambers High Net Worth Guide

Elias Neocleous & Co LLC is proud to announce that its Private Client department has once again been ranked Band 1 for Private Wealth Law in Cyprus in the Chambers High Net Worth Guide 2026. This marks the firm’s ninth consecutive year at the highest level of the Chambers rankings, reflecting the sustained excellence, depth […]

28.07.2026 13:15

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Smart meter rollout continues across Cyprus in August

The mass installation of smart meters will be continuing across Cyprus throughout August, the electricity authority (EAC) announced on Tuesday. It explained that for safety reasons, there will be an interruption of the supply for a maximum of 20 minutes while each meter is being replaced. The areas to receive new smart meters in Nicosia […]

28.07.2026 13:14

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Fire raging in Limassol’s Pyrgos area

A fire has been raging since 10.30am on Tuesday in the area of Pyrgos, Limassol, with firefighters and volunteers operating in the area along with water drops from planes. Firefighters are supported by the Kitasweather volunteer group for fires.

28.07.2026 13:12

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Japan quake injures at least 50, disrupts power and travel

A major earthquake rocked Japan’s southern Kumamoto prefecture on Tuesday, knocking out power to thousands of homes, rupturing roads and injuring at least 50 people. Speaking to reporters at her office in Tokyo, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said the full extent of casualties and damage from the 7.1 magnitude quake was still being assessed. […]

28.07.2026 13:06

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Ayia Anna blames defence ministry for wildfire

The head of Ayia Anna community has blamed the defence ministry for Monday’s wildfire, which spread from the Kalo Chorio firing range, telling the Cyprus Mail the ministry “has the responsibility” for what happened and renewing calls for the military training area to be relocated. His comments came as the defence ministry confirmed it had […]

28.07.2026 12:55

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Trump hosts Netanyahu and Zelenskiy as wars reach critical stages

President Donald Trump hosts Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy later on Tuesday, with wars in Iran and Ukraine at critical stages and his ties with both leaders markedly different. Relations with Zelenskiy have warmed as Ukraine has blunted Russian advances, while Netanyahu arrives amid growing White House frustration over the […]

28.07.2026 12:53

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Cyprus’ biggest property sales exceed €286 million in first half of 2026

The 50 highest-value property transactions completed in Cyprus during the first six months of 2026 were worth a combined €286.4 million, according to analysis released by real estate analytics firm Ask Wire. The analysis examined the country’s 50 largest property sales completed between January and June 2026, as well as how those transactions were distributed […]

28.07.2026 12:47

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Ayia Napa car crash causes gas leak

A car crash in Ayia Napa in the early hours of Tuesday damaged a gas cylinder and caused a gas leak. The fire brigade said it received a call at 4.48am about the gas leak and safely handled the incident before the cylinder was handed over to the private company it belonged to. The firefighters […]

28.07.2026 12:38

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Red alert for forest fires

The Forestry Department issued a red alert for forest fires across the island on Tuesday. The department called on the public to be extremely careful while in the countryside and reminded that causing a fire was an offence carrying severe penalties. In case of smoke or fire, the public should call the Forestry Department on […]

28.07.2026 12:34

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Cyprus’ AI strategy aims to reshape government and business

Cyprus sets out ambitious roadmap for artificial intelligence Cyprus recently unveiled its National AI Strategy 2032, setting out an ambitious long-term roadmap intended to transform public administration, strengthen economic competitiveness and position the country as a trusted regional hub for artificial intelligence. Rather than presenting artificial intelligence simply as another digital technology, the strategy describes […]

28.07.2026 12:30

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Cyprus hails ‘historic milestone’ as Kronos gas field moves to development

Energy Minister Michael Damianos on Tuesday described the consortium’s final investment decision to develop the Kronos natural gas field in Block 6 of Cyprus’ exclusive economic zone (EEZ) as a “historic milestone” for Cyprus, saying it marks the country’s entry into the commercial exploitation of its offshore gas reserves. Damianos congratulated Eni and TotalEnergies on […]

28.07.2026 12:26

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Zidane takes over as new France head coach

France football great and former Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane will take over as the new national team head coach, the French National Football Team said on Tuesday in a post on X. The appointment comes two weeks after former coach Didier Deschamps’s tenure ended following France’s fourth-placed finish at the 2026 World Cup. Deschamps’s […]

28.07.2026 12:18

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‘Do not ignore symptoms’ Pasykaf warns women

Symptoms such as persistent bloating and abdominal discomfort should not be ignored, as they could be early warning signs of gynaecological cancer, the Cyprus Association of Cancer Patients and Friends (Pasykaf) said on Tuesday. The organisation is running a women’s health campaign promoting early diagnosis, as gynaecological cancers continue to affect a significant number of […]

28.07.2026 12:10

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Guterres: I will do everything I can to support Cypriots

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Tuesday said he will do “everything I can to support” Cypriots in their path towards a solution to the Cyprus problem, after he met President Nikos Christodoulides. “This visit is a visit of solidarity to the people of cyprus and to show my strong commitment to make sure that […]

28.07.2026 11:51

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Petrolina pays final 2025 dividend to shareholders

Petrolina (Holdings) Public Ltd on Tuesday announced that it has paid the final dividend for 2025, amounting to €0.02 per share, with the distribution handled through the Cyprus Stock Exchange’s (CSE) dividend payment procedures. The company said shareholders whose holdings are managed by a Cyprus Stock Exchange member received the net dividend into the member’s […]

28.07.2026 11:44

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Eurobank supports next generation on their path to knowledge, independence

Education is one of the most important periods in every young person’s life: a chapter filled with dreams, ambitions, creativity and challenges. Recognising the challenges that may arise on the path towards knowledge and achievement, Eurobank is offering a financing solution designed for both university students and school pupils. The competitive ‘Morfosi’ Education Loan has […]

28.07.2026 11:27

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Sixteen arrested in overnight police operations across Cyprus

Police arrested 16 people during overnight operations carried out across Cyprus as part of ongoing efforts to prevent serious crime, maintain public order and enhance public safety. The arrests were made for a range of offences, including drug possession, illegal stay in the Republic and illegal employment. During the operations, officers stopped 546 vehicles and […]

28.07.2026 11:26

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