Famagusta Gazette

Kıbrıs 05.03.2026 06:22

Cyprus police arrest two in migrant‑smuggling case

Police in Nicosia have arrested two men, ages 57 and 27, on suspicion of helping a third‑country national enter the Republic of Cyprus illegally. Authorities say the 57‑year‑old drove his car through the Ayios Dhometios crossing from the Turkish‑occupied north around 7:30 p.m. Wednesday. Customs officers found a 27‑year‑old third‑country national hidden in the vehicle. […]

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Kıbrıs 05.03.2026 06:19

Cyprus weather – Thursday 5th March

Winds will blow from the northwest to northeast at light to moderate strength, around 3 to 4 Beaufort, and briefly locally strong at 5 Beaufort. Seas will be slightly rough. Overnight temperatures will fall to 4°C inland, 8°C on the coasts, and 1°C in the higher mountains, where patchy frost is expected. On Friday, skies […]

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Kıbrıs 04.03.2026 15:30

Three men sentenced in separate drug‑trafficking cases in Limassol and Larnaca

Courts in Limassol and Larnaca on Tuesday handed prison sentences to three men aged 32, 31 and 26 in two separate drug‑trafficking cases, police said. The Limassol Criminal Court sentenced a 32‑year‑old man to nine years in prison and a 26‑year‑old to three and a half years after officers seized about nine kilograms of cannabis, […]

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Kıbrıs 04.03.2026 14:00

Police warn of new bank‑impersonation scam targeting the public in Cyprus

Police in Cyprus are urging the public to be vigilant after receiving new reports of a scam involving individuals posing as employees of banking institutions in an attempt to steal money from citizens’ accounts. According to the complaints, the scammers contact victims by phone, introduce themselves as bank officials and falsely claim that a problem […]

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Kıbrıs 04.03.2026 12:15

Macron holds calls with regional leaders as France prepares additional support for Cyprus

French President Emmanuel Macron held successive calls with Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides and the leaders of Lebanon, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates and the autonomous Kurdish region of Iraq, as Paris steps up its diplomatic activity over the Middle East crisis. France is preparing to send anti‑missile systems, anti‑drone systems and a frigate to Cyprus. […]

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Kıbrıs 04.03.2026 10:45

Cyprus to begin repatriation flights for citizens in Middle East crisis zones

Cyprus will begin repatriation flights for Cypriot nationals located in areas affected by the Middle East crisis, Government Spokesperson Konstantinos Letymbiotis has said. Letymbiotis also announced that, following President Nikos Christodoulides’ recent call with the German chancellor to explore possible German support for Cyprus’ preventive security measures — similar to assistance already provided by France […]

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Kıbrıs 04.03.2026 09:15

Cyprus warns of delays in international mail due to flight disruptions

Cyprus’ postal service has said that overseas mail will be dispatched only when flights are available, as widespread cancellations and schedule changes continue to affect airlines. The Department of Postal Services said the situation remains “highly fluid,” with frequent disruptions to flight timetables. As a result, delays are expected both in sending items abroad and […]

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Kıbrıs 04.03.2026 07:00

UK to deploy air‑defence destroyer HMS Dragon to Cyprus after drone attacks

The United Kingdom will send the air‑defence destroyer HMS Dragon to Cyprus and deploy helicopters with anti‑drone capabilities to reinforce security at its RAF Akrotiri base, Prime Minister Keir Starmer has said. Starmer said the UK “is fully committed to the security of Cyprus and British military personnel based there,” following a series of Iranian […]

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Kıbrıs 04.03.2026 05:12

Lufthansa suspends Larnaca flights through March 6 amid regional instability

Lufthansa has suspended all flights to and from Larnaca until March 6 due to ongoing instability affecting airline operations. The airline said it will also avoid Cypriot airspace during the same period, citing a highly fluid situation and frequent cancellations or changes to flight schedules across the region. Passengers affected by the suspension may rebook […]

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Kıbrıs 04.03.2026 04:58

Cyprus will see mostly fair weather – Wednesday 4th March

Cyprus will see mostly fair weather through Friday before clouds and showers move in over the weekend, according to the national meteorological service. A weak high‑pressure system is affecting the region, bringing calm conditions and only passing mid‑ and high‑level clouds tonight. Winds will be light from the west to northwest, and seas will be […]

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Kıbrıs 03.03.2026 23:45

Cyprus says it will not join any military operations as regional tensions rise

Cyprus stressed Tuesday that it will not take part in any military operations amid heightened regional tensions, even as Greece, France and Germany move to reinforce the island’s preventive security measures. Government Spokesperson Konstantinos Letymbiotis said the Republic of Cyprus “has not participated, does not participate and will not participate in any military operation,” emphasizing […]

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Kıbrıs 03.03.2026 21:00

Cyprus orders mandatory culling of all animals in farms hit by foot‑and‑mouth disease

Cyprus’ Veterinary Services said Tuesday that all animals in farms where foot‑and‑mouth disease has been detected must be culled, stressing that no exceptions are allowed under European Union law. The agency said the country activated its emergency response plan for category A animal diseases as soon as the first cases were confirmed, in line with […]

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Kıbrıs 03.03.2026 18:43

UK said to plan deployment of warship to Cyprus

Britain is planning to send a warship to Cyprus, according to British media reports cited by state broadcaster RIK radio. The reports say the vessel will be the destroyer HMS Duncan, described as one of Europe’s most advanced air and missile defense ships. British outlets also report that the U.K. currently lacks the capability to […]

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Kıbrıs 03.03.2026 17:00

France will bolster Cyprus’ defenses

France will bolster Cyprus’ defenses by deploying anti‑missile systems, anti‑drone technology and a naval frigate to the island, according to media reports on the island. The move follows a request from the Cypriot government. President Nikos Christodoulides was informed of the decision during two phone calls Monday with French President Emmanuel Macron. Macron also told […]

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Kıbrıs 03.03.2026 15:30

Residents of Akrotiri away from their homes for several more days

Authorities may keep residents of Akrotiri away from their homes for several more days as a precaution while conditions in the area continue to stabilize, the head of Cyprus’ Civil Defense said Tuesday. Civil Defense commander Maria Papa told state radio that 80 of the community’s roughly 1,100 residents — including young children and people […]

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Kıbrıs 03.03.2026 14:00

Athens’ full support to Cyprus

Greek Defense Minister Nikos Dendias on Tuesday pledged Athens’ full support to Cyprus, telling President Nikos Christodoulides that Greece stands ready to provide any assistance it can within its capabilities. Speaking at the start of their meeting in Nicosia, Dendias said the broader region is facing “difficult moments,” and stressed that Greece intends to demonstrate […]

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Kıbrıs 03.03.2026 12:15

Teen Arrested in Limassol Car Arson Case

Police arrested a 17‑year‑old early Tuesday in connection with the arson of a parked car in Limassol late last month, authorities said. The fire broke out at about 2:40 a.m. on Feb. 25 in the parking area of an apartment building, destroying a vehicle owned by a 28‑year‑old woman and causing damage to the building’s […]

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Kıbrıs 03.03.2026 10:45

Cyprus Tourism Revenue Rises 11.3% in December; Full‑Year Earnings Up 15%

Tourism revenue in Cyprus rose 11.3 percent in December 2025, reaching €96.7 million compared with €86.9 million in the same month a year earlier, the Statistical Service has said. For the full year, revenue climbed to €3.7 billion, up 15.2 percent from €3.21 billion in 2024, according to results from the Traveler Survey. Per‑capita spending […]

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Kıbrıs 03.03.2026 09:15

Schools in Akrotiri Area Remain Closed as Precaution, Education Ministry Says

Schools in the Akrotiri area will remain closed Tuesday for precautionary reasons, the Ministry of Education said, extending safety measures following the recent security incident near the British Bases. The ministry said primary and pre‑primary schools in Akrotiri, Asomatos, Episkopi and Trachoni will stay shut, along with secondary schools in Episkopi and Trachoni. The closure […]

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Kıbrıs 03.03.2026 06:00

Cyprus Reaffirms Humanitarian Role as Regional Tensions Rise, Government Spokesman Says

Cyprus is closely monitoring regional developments and assessing all incoming information with “full responsibility,” Government Spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said Monday night, stressing that the country remains committed to its strictly humanitarian role and is not involved in any military operations. Speaking at the Presidential Palace, Letymbiotis confirmed the arrival of four Hellenic Air Force F‑16s […]

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Kıbrıs 03.03.2026 06:00

Two men set to appear before the SBA Court in Dhekelia today

Two men are set to appear before the SBA Court in Dhekelia today, charged with theft after their arrest last month in Ormidhia. A Greek Cypriot and a Greek national were found outside a fenced‑off area containing decommissioned buses. Police said the pair were in possession of bus parts that had been removed and loaded […]

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Kıbrıs 03.03.2026 05:49

Cyprus Weather – Tuesday 3rd March

A weak high‑pressure system is influencing the area, bringing mostly clear conditions today. Today Skies will be mostly sunny. Winds will start light and variable at around 3 Beaufort before shifting to mainly southwest to northwest, remaining light to moderate at 3 to 4 Beaufort. Seas will be calm to slightly choppy. Temperatures will reach […]

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Kıbrıs 02.03.2026 18:45

Cyprus Civil Defense Activated After Akrotiri Incident, Officials Say

Cyprus’ Civil Defense Force activated its emergency procedures Monday after receiving information from the National Guard and the administration of the British Bases regarding the drone incident near Akrotiri, officials said. Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou and Civil Defense Commander Maria Papa told reporters that the force moved immediately once it received formal notification around 12:30 […]

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Kıbrıs 02.03.2026 17:34

Cyprus Government Spokesman: Security Is the Top Priority After Drone Incident at Akrotiri

Cyprus’ top priority is safeguarding the country and its citizens, Government Spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said Monday following an emergency meeting of the National Council. Speaking after the session at the Presidential Palace, chaired by President Nikos Christodoulides, Letymbiotis said the council received a full briefing on Sunday night’s drone incident at the British Bases in […]

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