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Kıbrıs 02.03.2026 08:40

Police outline security measures for Omonia–Apollon match in Nicosia

Police announced a series of security and traffic measures ahead the first‑division football match between Omonia Nicosia and Apollon Limassol at GSP Stadium. The match begins at 7 p.m., with gates opening at 5:30 p.m. Police urged fans to arrive at least an hour early, warning that late arrivals may enter after kickoff. Children’s tickets […]

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Kıbrıs 02.03.2026 08:32

Israeli report says Cyprus helping repatriate stranded medical staff amid airspace shutdown

Cyprus is playing a key role in helping repatriate Israeli doctors and nurses stranded abroad after Israel closed its airspace amid escalating tensions with Iran, the Israeli daily Yedioth Ahronoth reported. According to the report, Israel’s Health Ministry has launched an emergency operation to bring home about 1,300 medical workers, including roughly 500 deemed essential. […]

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Kıbrıs 02.03.2026 08:26

Cyprus drone: Shahed‑type unmanned aerial vehicle crashed inside British base

President Nikos Christodoulides assured the public that the government is taking all necessary measures to safeguard the country and its citizens after a drone struck the British military base at Akrotiri shortly after midnight, causing minor damage. In a televised address, Christodoulides said he chose to speak directly to the public to explain the events […]

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Kıbrıs 02.03.2026 06:46

Cyprus weather for Monday 2nd March

A cold air mass affecting Cyprus is gradually weakening, with mostly clear conditions expected over the coming days, according to the Meteorological Service. Today will be mostly sunny, though periods of increased cloud cover may appear in some areas. Winds will blow mainly from the northwest to northeast at light to moderate strength, 3 to […]

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Kıbrıs 02.03.2026 06:34

Cyprus says drone strike caused limited damage, possibility of a Hezbollah operation

A drone struck the United Kingdom’s Akrotiri air base in Cyprus shortly after midnight, causing limited damage but no injuries, government officials said Monday. A second flying object was intercepted, according to several media sources on the island. Government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said in a statement that information received from multiple channels indicated the incident […]

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Kıbrıs 02.03.2026 06:07

UK says suspected drone strike causes minor damage at Akrotiri base in Cyprus

A suspected drone strike hit Britain’s Royal Air Force base at Akrotiri in Cyprus early Monday, causing minor damage but no casualties, officials said. Personnel at the base were told a “small drone” had impacted the airfield and that authorities were responding. The U.K. government later said British armed forces were dealing with a “suspected […]

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Kıbrıs 01.03.2026 17:07

Cyprus president says UK confirms island not an Iranian target

Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides said Sunday he spoke by phone with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who assured him “clearly and unequivocally” that Cyprus is not a target for Iran. Christodoulides said in a statement that Nicosia and London remain in direct contact and that Cypriot authorities are closely monitoring developments. He also held calls […]

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Kıbrıs 01.03.2026 17:00

EU Ministers to Focus on Boosting Migrant Returns, Cyprus Says

Efforts to increase the number of migrants returned from the European Union to their countries of origin will dominate discussions at this week’s EU Home Affairs Council, Cyprus’ deputy migration minister has said. Deputy Minister for Migration Nikolas Ioannidis said the upcoming meeting in Brussels will examine a new legislative framework on returns. The goal, […]

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Kıbrıs 01.03.2026 15:00

Cyprus Culls Thousands of Animals as Foot-and‑Mouth Outbreak Spreads

Authorities in Cyprus are intensifying the culling of sheep and goats infected with foot‑and‑mouth disease in the Larnaca district. Roughly 2,000 animals have been put down so far in the village of Oroklini as part of containment efforts. The government also received 529,000 vaccine doses on Saturday morning, shipped to Cyprus by the European Commission […]

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Kıbrıs 01.03.2026 11:00

Cyprus Police Boost Security at Key Sites After Middle East Tensions

Cyprus police have increased security across critical infrastructure and other high‑risk locations following developments in the Middle East, officials said Sunday. A police spokesman said the measures are precautionary and part of a broader operational plan designed to prevent potential threats. He said the force remains on heightened alert, with the protection of the public […]

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Kıbrıs 01.03.2026 06:14

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei killed in airstrike

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has died after an airstrike hit his compound in central Tehran, Iranian state media reported early Sunday. State television announced at 3 a.m. that the 86‑year‑old leader “became a martyr” and declared 40 days of national mourning. The broadcast said the strike also killed Khamenei’s daughter, son‑in‑law and granddaughter. […]

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Kıbrıs 01.03.2026 06:10

Weather for Cyprus – Sunday 1 March

A cold air mass is expected to linger over the region through Monday, bringing clear skies mixed with periods of cloud and a chance of isolated showers. Forecasters say Sunday will be mostly sunny, though clouds may thicken at times, with brief showers possible in southern and eastern areas. Light snow or sleet may fall […]

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Kıbrıs 28.02.2026 17:00

Cyprus president said economic growth allowed increase in social spending

President Nikos Christodoulides said this week that the government had been able to increase social spending thanks to the country’s positive economic performance. He made the remarks during a meeting at the Presidential Palace with representatives of the Cyprus Confederation of Disabled People, the Cyprus Federation of Patients’ Associations and the Third Age Observatory. Christodoulides […]

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Kıbrıs 28.02.2026 15:00

Cyprus deputy minister spoke at London investment forum hosted by Invest Cyprus and Financial Times

Deputy Minister to the President Irini Piki traveled to London earlier this week to speak at an international investment forum organized by Invest Cyprus in cooperation with the Financial Times, the Presidency said. The event, titled “Investing in Cyprus: Risk, returns and FDI flows in the innovation corridor,” was held Feb. 26 at Bracken House […]

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Kıbrıs 28.02.2026 11:22

Cyprus Activates Estia Plan as Regional Tensions Rise

Cyprus is closely tracking the escalation in the region and remains in constant contact with its embassies on the ground, Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos said Saturday. In a post on X, Kombos said the government has activated the Estia Plan, the Foreign Ministry’s national emergency framework used to evacuate civilians from nearby crisis zones in […]

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Kıbrıs 28.02.2026 11:12

Israel Launches Pre‑emptive Strike on Iran; Blasts Reported in Tehran

Israel has carried out a pre‑emptive strike against Iran, Defense Minister Israel Katz said Saturday, as explosions were reported in Tehran by Iranian media. An Israeli Defense Ministry official said the operation was conducted in coordination with the United States and had been planned for months, with the date of the attack set weeks in […]

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Kıbrıs 28.02.2026 11:00

Cyprus Harmonised Consumer Price Index up 1.2% in January

Cyprus’ Harmonised Consumer Price Index rose 1.2 percent in January compared with the same month a year earlier, the Statistical Service has said. The index fell 0.3 percent from December. The agency said the biggest annual increases were recorded in recreation, sport and culture, restaurants and accommodation services, and education. Clothing and footwear posted the […]

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Kıbrıs 28.02.2026 07:19

Woman, 41, found dead off Timi after major search

A 41‑year‑old woman who had been the focus of an extensive search in Paphos was found dead Friday afternoon in the sea off Timi, police said. She was located shortly after 4 p.m., following hours of land, sea and air operations that began early in the day when she was reported missing. Patrol units, marine […]

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Kıbrıs 28.02.2026 06:16

Opinion: The Importance of Sustaining Dialogue in Cyprus

By María Angela Holguín, Personal Envoy of the UN Secretary-General on Cyprus. As I have stated publicly on several occasions, changing the status quo for the benefit of all requires that the Turkish Cypriot and Greek Cypriot leaders build a different model of interaction and take necessary decisions that would demonstrate a genuine interest in resuming […]

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Kıbrıs 28.02.2026 06:12

Cyprus Weather – Saturday 28th Feb

A cold air mass will continue to affect the region through Monday, according to the latest forecast. Today Skies will be mostly clear, though periods of increased cloud cover are expected. Isolated showers or light snowfall over the higher mountains are possible around midday and early afternoon. Winds will blow from the northwest to northeast […]

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Kıbrıs 27.02.2026 23:45

Woman injured in accidental shooting in Limassol, police say

A 26‑year‑old man in Limassol accidentally shot and injured his wife while cleaning a hunting shotgun, police said Thursday. The incident occurred Tuesday, according to the newspaper Haravgi, which reported that the woman lost a toe as a result of the discharge. The shotgun was registered in her name. A court ordered the man held […]

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Kıbrıs 27.02.2026 21:00

Cyprus reports no new foot‑and‑mouth cases as testing and culling continue

No new cases of foot‑and‑mouth disease have been detected in Cyprus, a development veterinary officials described  as encouraging. Sotiria Georgiadou, senior officer and spokesperson for the Veterinary Services, said sampling continues in the three‑ and 10‑kilometer surveillance zones around the infected area, as well as in other locations. Speaking at the ZINON Coordination Center in […]

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Kıbrıs 27.02.2026 18:45

Cyprus president says new crossing points must serve both communities

Any new crossing points on the island must benefit both Greek Cypriots and Turkish Cypriots, President Nikos Christodoulides has said, signaling readiness to open all four locations previously agreed during expanded Cyprus talks. Asked about Nicosia’s mayor proposing a new crossing in Kaimakli, Christodoulides said the goal is not to open a point that serves […]

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Kıbrıs 27.02.2026 17:00

Cyprus tourism hits record levels in 2025, deputy minister says

Cyprus recorded the strongest tourism performance in its history in 2025, posting all‑time highs in arrivals and revenue, the country’s deputy tourism minister has said. Presenting the ministry’s annual review, Deputy Minister Kostas Koumis said the figures confirm tourism’s role as a key pillar of economic growth and resilience. Arrivals surpassed 4.5 million visitors for […]

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