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Kıbrıs 06.07.2026 09:28

Four Passengers Caught With Large Haul of Untaxed Tobacco at Paphos Airport

Customs officers at Paphos Airport seized a large quantity of untaxed tobacco products found in the luggage of four passengers bound for London. The group included two men, ages 24 and 25, both British nationals, and two women, ages 22 and 23, from Denmark. After evaluating information and inspecting their bags, officers discovered more than […]

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Kıbrıs 06.07.2026 09:26

Parliament to Hold Emergency Session on Surge in Gender‑Based Violence

Cyprus’ parliamentary human rights committee will hold an emergency meeting Monday to address the recent spike in gender‑based violence. The discussion follows an attempted femicide in Limassol. The Justice Minister, the Deputy Minister of Social Welfare and the Chief of Police have been called to attend. Lawmakers aim to assess how current policies are being […]

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Kıbrıs 06.07.2026 09:24

Turkish Cypriot Man Still Intubated After Ayia Napa Assault

A 47‑year‑old Turkish Cypriot man remains intubated at Nicosia General Hospital after he was found injured Sunday morning on a road in Ayia Napa. Police said initial testimony indicated he was attacked by a group of unknown individuals. Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhürman said he has asked the bicommunal committee for updates on the case. […]

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Kıbrıs 06.07.2026 09:21

Cyprus Weather – Monday 6th July

Today’s forecast: After early patchy fog clears, conditions turn mostly sunny with some low cloud lingering in spots. By midday and into the afternoon, building cloud is expected to bring isolated showers and a few thunderstorms, mainly over the mountains, inland areas and the north. Winds shift from southwest to northwest at 3–4 Beaufort, strengthening […]

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Kıbrıs 02.07.2026 07:33

Cyprus Weather – Thursday 2 July

Thursday will be mostly sunny. Winds will be southwest to northwest, light to moderate at 3–4 Beaufort, strengthening to 5 Beaufort in the south during the afternoon. Temperatures will reach 37°C inland, 29°C on the west coast, 33°C on other coasts, and 28°C in the mountains. Tomorrow night will remain mostly clear, with low cloud […]

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Kıbrıs 01.07.2026 19:16

Cyprus imposes €3 duty on low‑value parcels from non‑EU platforms

A new €3 customs duty on previously duty‑free parcels worth up to €150 from non‑EU online platforms — including major retailers Shein and Temu — took effect across the European Union on Wednesday. Customs officials say most platforms have already updated their systems, meaning the charge is added at checkout. A spokesman for Cyprus Customs […]

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Kıbrıs 01.07.2026 19:13

Cyprus police warn of surge in phone‑scam calls using local numbers

Cyprus police say they’ve received a rise in reports of phone‑scam calls appearing to come from Cypriot numbers. According to investigators, the calls begin with a recorded message claiming to be from the “National Police Security Office,” alleging the recipient’s identity is linked to suspicious activity. Victims are then prompted to press a number, transferring […]

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Kıbrıs 01.07.2026 19:12

Cyprus launches digital tool to help residents identify benefits

Cyprus has launched a new digital service to help residents identify government benefits they may qualify for, the Deputy Ministry of Research, Innovation and Digital Policy said Wednesday. The tool, called “Find Benefits You May Be Entitled To,” guides users through a short set of questions about work, studies, family status, household income, assets, disability […]

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Kıbrıs 01.07.2026 19:10

Father to face Dhekelia court in deaths of two children

The father of two children who died in the British Bases at Dhekelia will appear before a Bases court on Thursday, authorities said. His partner has been released without charge. In a statement, British Bases Police said the investigation into the children’s deaths is ongoing and that officers are not yet in a position to […]

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Kıbrıs 01.07.2026 17:18

Cyprus Weather – Wednesday 1 July

Seasonal low pressure is keeping conditions mostly clear across Cyprus, with light winds and warm nights expected. Tonight will be mostly clear, with some low cloud developing in the west and patchy mist or fog possible toward dawn, especially in the southeast. Winds will be light, mainly southwest to northwest, around 3 Beaufort. Temperatures will […]

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Kıbrıs 30.06.2026 08:56

Cyprus pays above‑average prices for dairy, Eurostat says

Cyprus paid significantly more than the EU average for dairy products and oils in 2025, while prices for meat, vegetables and fruit were lower, according to Eurostat. The price index for milk, cheese and eggs reached 127.1, compared with an EU‑21 average of 99.9 — about 29% higher. Greece recorded the second‑highest level at 129.9, […]

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Kıbrıs 30.06.2026 08:02

Cyprus weather – Tuesday 30 June

Cyprus will see mostly clear weather today, with light to moderate winds of 3 to 4 Beaufort and brief stronger gusts up to 5 Beaufort along the southern coast. Seas will be calm to slightly rough. Temperatures will reach 39°C inland, 35°C on the eastern and southern coasts, 32°C on the remaining coastal areas and […]

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Kıbrıs 30.06.2026 08:01

Cyprus Urges Immediate TV Rescan as New Frequencies Take Effect

Cyprus’ Department of Electronic Communications reminded viewers that today is the final day to rescan their television sets as private channels switch fully to new broadcast frequencies. Beginning Wednesday, private stations will transmit exclusively on channels 35 and 48 using DVB‑T2 technology, the department said. Officials urged the public to immediately rescan their TV or […]

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Kıbrıs 30.06.2026 07:59

Cyprus President Says Peace Effort ‘Has Not Frozen’ as UN Envoy Continues Contacts

President Nikos Christodoulides has said that efforts to restart stalled reunification talks remain active, rejecting suggestions that the process has paused while the U.N. secretary‑general’s personal envoy completes her consultations. Responding to a reporter’s question, Christodoulides said María Ángela Holguín’s adjusted schedule does not signal a freeze in diplomacy. He noted she will travel to […]

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Kıbrıs 30.06.2026 07:57

Helicopter Airlifts 67‑Year‑Old Patient From Ship Off Paphos

A 67‑year‑old Belgian man was airlifted to safety Monday afternoon after falling ill aboard a passenger vessel about 110 nautical miles northwest of Paphos, according to Cypriot authorities. Police said a helicopter from the force’s Air Operations Unit transported the patient to Nicosia General Hospital for treatment. The national search‑and‑rescue plan “NEARCHOS” was activated, and […]

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Kıbrıs 29.06.2026 11:47

Cyprus to install 75 escape ramps to prevent animal drownings in reservoirs

The Cyprus Department of Forests has signed a contract to build and install 75 animal escape ramps at reservoirs across the island. The move follows a series of incidents in which wild and stray animals drowned after becoming trapped in reservoirs with steep or slippery banks. Officials said the ramps are designed to give animals […]

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Kıbrıs 29.06.2026 10:15

Cyprus plans AI‑enabled traffic cameras to curb road accidents

Cyprus is preparing to install artificial‑intelligence traffic cameras capable of detecting drivers using mobile phones, the transport minister told lawmakers. Public Works and Transport Minister Alexis Vafeadis said during the first post‑election meeting of the House Transport Committee that the goal is to reduce both traffic accidents and traffic violations. The AI‑equipped cameras, he said, […]

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Kıbrıs 29.06.2026 09:44

Cyprus road deaths up 9.8% in 2025, ETSC says

Cyprus saw a 9.8% increase in road fatalities in 2025, according to new data from the European Transport Safety Council. The country ranked 16th in the EU for road deaths per capita. Across the EU27, the ETSC estimated that about 19,500 people were killed in road crashes in 2025 and more than 100,000 were seriously […]

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Kıbrıs 29.06.2026 07:27

Cyprus Ports Authority to present development roadmap for Larnaca port

The Cyprus Ports Authority will present its development roadmap for the Larnaca port and marina project on July 2 during a meeting of the Larnaca City and District Development Committee. According to a statement by the municipality, the session will take place at 6 p.m. at the municipality’s Multifunctional Social Welfare and Employment Centre. Committee […]

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Kıbrıs 29.06.2026 07:14

Paphos acting mayor meets fishermen over long‑standing harbor issues

The acting mayor of Paphos met with fishermen in Kato Paphos to discuss long‑standing problems they say have remained unresolved for decades. In a written statement, Angelos Onisiforou said the top issue is extending the Paphos harbor entrance. He said plans, funding and technical expertise are already in place, but political will to advance the […]

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Kıbrıs 29.06.2026 07:10

British athlete dies on Larnaca–Manchester flight

A 35‑year‑old British bare‑knuckle boxer, Callum Kerr, died during a June 21 flight from Larnaca to Manchester, according to reports in The Sun cited by Alithia. Witnesses told the British newspaper that Kerr had consumed excessive alcohol before boarding and began arguing with his partner once on the aircraft. Cabin crew moved the woman for […]

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Kıbrıs 29.06.2026 06:51

Prices for 250 basic food items rose in May

The Cyprus Consumers Protection Association says prices for 250 basic food items rose in May. Citing the group’s findings, the newspaper Haravgi reported that the sharpest increases were in processed meats such as sausages and ham, which climbed an average of 6.4%. Frozen foods and fish rose 6.3%, while liquid oils were up 5.1%, canned […]

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Kıbrıs 29.06.2026 06:12

Sharp rise in drug use and gambling addiction reported in Cyprus

Drug use and gambling addiction have increased sharply in recent years in southern Cyprus, according to the head of the Cyprus Drug Information and Addicts Treatment Centre (KENTHEA). Consultant psychologist Elena Zarouna said that the recent seizure of large quantities of cannabis‑type drugs reflects a clear rise in use. She said the age of first‑time […]

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Kıbrıs 28.06.2026 19:39

Five people injured after London car ramming, Somalian arrested

Five people were injured after a car rammed into multiple pedestrians in west London on Saturday, with a man having been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, police said. The incident occurred shortly before 2:30 p.m. local time (1330 GMT) in Ealing Broadway. Two people were treated at the scene, while three others were taken […]

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