Famagusta Gazette

Kıbrıs 08.05.2026 15:30

Finance Ministry welcomes IMF findings, warns against foreclosure loopholes

The Finance Ministry welcomed the International Monetary Fund’s assessment of the Cypriot economy while issuing a clear warning that any changes to the foreclosure framework must not create room for abuse by strategic defaulters. In a statement responding to the IMF’s observations and recommendations following its Article IV mission to Cyprus from April 22 to […]

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Kıbrıs 08.05.2026 14:00

Child‑poverty risk falls in Cyprus, but EU highlights severe gaps in housing, energy and access to services

Cyprus has seen a decline in the number of children at risk of poverty or social exclusion in recent years, even as major inequalities persist across key social indicators, according to new European Commission findings. The number of children at risk fell from about 37,000 in 2019 to 26,000 in 2024, a reduction attributed to […]

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Kıbrıs 08.05.2026 12:15

New directive restricts police use of firearms in Cyprus

Cyprus’ Police Headquarters has issued a new directive tightening rules on when officers may fire their weapons, local media reports. Politis said the circular, titled “Every Shot With Responsibility,” bans officers from shooting at the tires of fleeing vehicles or firing at suspects during pursuits to force them to stop. In situations where the use […]

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Kıbrıs 08.05.2026 10:45

Abandoned Limassol village sees major Israeli investment, local officials confirm

An abandoned village in the Limassol district has been purchased by Israeli investors, who have begun work on homes and a camping area. The newspaper Fileleftheros reported that the long‑deserted village of Trozena is the focus of a large development project. The paper said it verified the information with Limassol Local Government Organization head Yannis […]

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Kıbrıs 08.05.2026 09:15

Nearly one in five people in Cyprus at risk of poverty or social exclusion

Almost 20 percent of people in Cyprus were at risk of poverty or social exclusion in 2025, according to new Eurostat data. The total number affected reached 167,000, an increase of about 3,000 from the previous year. Women outnumbered men by 18,000, a gap of roughly 3 percent. Across the European Union, 92.7 million people […]

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Kıbrıs 07.05.2026 15:26

Environmental groups urge Cyprus president to act on Natura 2000 protection

Five environmental organisations have sent an open letter to the president of Cyprus calling for clear commitments and concrete action to protect Natura 2000 sites, citing delays and failures in implementing key biodiversity policies. BirdLife Cyprus, Terra Cypria, the Cyprus Wildlife Society, Friends of the Earth Cyprus and the Initiative for the Protection of the […]

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Kıbrıs 07.05.2026 14:00

Authorities seize 9 tons of fuel in truck crossing from north

Authorities have confiscated nine tons of diesel and other fuel products found in a truck arriving from the Turkish‑occupied areas of Cyprus. According to the Customs Department, on May 6 officers from the MMAD Green Line Anti‑Poaching and Surveillance Unit alerted customs officials after locating a truck driven by a 54‑year‑old Greek Cypriot exiting the […]

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Kıbrıs 07.05.2026 12:15

Record number of candidates file for May 24 parliamentary elections

Candidates have formally entered the final stretch ahead of Cyprus’ May 24 parliamentary elections, which will determine the new composition of the House of Representatives for the 13th parliamentary term. With two and a half weeks to go, a record‑breaking 753 candidates submitted their papers across the six electoral districts, the highest number ever recorded […]

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Kıbrıs 07.05.2026 10:45

Cyprus, Greece and Jordan vow deeper cooperation at Amman summit

Cyprus, Greece and Jordan reaffirmed their commitment to dialogue, de‑escalation and regional peace during their fifth trilateral summit in Amman. President Nikos Christodoulides said Cyprus is a stable, reliable partner and a bridge between Europe and the Middle East, adding that Nicosia is proud to stand with Jordan and Greece in what he called a […]

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Kıbrıs 07.05.2026 09:15

Woman suffers minor burns while trying to extinguish yard‑kitchen fire in Larnaca

A woman in Larnaca sustained minor burns while attempting to put out a fire that broke out in a small auxiliary kitchen in the yard of her home, the Fire Service said. Investigators determined the blaze started from a forgotten pot left on a lit cooking appliance inside the detached kitchen, which sustained extensive damage. […]

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Kıbrıs 07.05.2026 06:09

60 convictions in 2025 for child‑sexual‑abuse offences

Police recorded 60 convictions in 2025 for child‑sexual‑abuse offences, according to the Domestic Violence and Child Abuse Office. The unit said each case reflects a full investigation carried out by specialised officers, with the protection of minors as the priority. It said its work focuses on rapid and effective investigation, child‑friendly procedures and support for […]

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Kıbrıs 07.05.2026 06:07

Case filed over assault on football referee; court issues stadium ban

The case against a 38‑year‑old man accused of attacking a referee during a football match has been formally filed before the Larnaca District Court. The incident occurred on 2 May 2026 during the match between Rotsidis Mammari and APOP Parekklisias at the Psevdas Community Stadium. The suspect was arrested by police and had been held […]

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Kıbrıs 07.05.2026 05:52

Human bones found near village cemetery in Limassol

Authorities were placed on alert after human bones were discovered in the Tris Elies area of Limassol. Police said the remains were found a short distance from the village cemetery. The area has been cordoned off and investigations are under way. Members of the Criminal Investigation Department and an anthropologist are expected to visit the […]

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Kıbrıs 07.05.2026 05:44

Cyprus Weather – Thursday 7th May

On Thursday, skies will be mostly clear, but increased cloud in the afternoon may bring isolated showers, mainly in the mountains. Winds will start variable and light at 3 Beaufort, becoming southwest to northwest at 3 to 4 Beaufort. The sea will remain calm to slight. Temperatures will rise to 26°C inland, 22°C on the […]

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Kıbrıs 06.05.2026 23:45

Cyprus reservoir levels rise to nearly 40% after recent inflows

Reservoir levels in Cyprus have climbed to 39.6%, authorities said Wednesday. Haravgi reported that officials announced total stored water now stands at 115.2 million cubic meters. At the same time last year, reservoir capacity was at 23%, the paper said.

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Kıbrıs 05.05.2026 15:30

Cyprus president urges stronger EU action against drug trafficking

President Nikos Christodoulides called for stronger collective action by the European Union to combat drug trafficking during a thematic discussion at the European Political Community summit in Yerevan. Christodoulides stressed the need to address drug smuggling, particularly through European ports, and highlighted the importance of coordination and closer cooperation among member states. He also referred […]

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Kıbrıs 05.05.2026 14:00

Cyprus announces €11 million in additional housing subsidies

The interior minister has announced about €11 million in additional subsidies for state housing programs. The funding is intended to cover another 277 young people and couples under 41 who applied to the Housing Scheme for financial assistance. The minister said the decision reflects strong demand from applicants and a higher-than-expected number of submissions. The […]

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Kıbrıs 05.05.2026 12:15

Church of Cyprus signs deal to donate 15 buses to National Guard

The Church of Cyprus has signed a contract to purchase 15 buses that will be donated to the National Guard. The vehicles will be used to transport contract soldiers and conscripts safely to and from their units. The agreement was signed by Archbishop Georgios of Cyprus, Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas and a representative of the […]

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Kıbrıs 05.05.2026 10:45

Cyprus hotels report steep drop in summer bookings

Summer bookings are running well below last year’s levels, the director general of the Cyprus Hotel Association, Christos Angelides. Angelides said that hotel occupancy for the season is currently between 40 and 50 percent, a decline of about 25 percent from the same period in 2025. He said cancellations have eased to manageable levels, but […]

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Kıbrıs 05.05.2026 09:15

Cyprus posts 1.5% budget surplus in first quarter

Cyprus recorded a general‑government surplus equal to 1.5 percent of GDP in the first quarter of 2026, slightly below the 1.6 percent surplus in the same period last year, according to preliminary figures from the Statistical Service. Total revenue in the quarter rose 5.4 percent, while total expenditure increased 7.3 percent, the agency said.

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Kıbrıs 05.05.2026 06:30

May snowfall surprises visitors at Troodos

An unusual late‑season snowfall covered the Troodos mountains overnight and into Tuesday morning, creating a rare winter scene in early May. Meteorological officer Andreas Chrysanthou said he does not recall May snowfall during his time at the department, noting that while records show it has happened before, the phenomenon is extremely rare. He described the […]

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Kıbrıs 05.05.2026 06:13

Tuesday weather: Partly cloudy skies and periods of heavier cloud cover

A weak low‑pressure system is influencing the area on Tuesday, bringing partly cloudy skies and periods of heavier cloud cover. Isolated showers are possible along the coasts early in the day. By midday, developing clouds are expected to produce isolated showers, with a chance of a brief thunderstorm, mainly in the mountains and eastern half […]

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Kıbrıs 04.05.2026 18:45

Ballot printing for May 24 parliamentary elections to begin on May 9

Ballot papers for the May 24 parliamentary elections will begin printing on May 9 and be completed by May 14, according to the Government Printing Office’s schedule, Chief Returning Officer Elikkos Elia has said. Elia said staffing of polling stations is expected to be finalized next week, followed by training for the employees selected from […]

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Kıbrıs 04.05.2026 17:00

Twelve firefighting aircraft ready ahead of wildfire season, official says

Twelve firefighting aircraft are already prepared to support this year’s wildfire response, with a thirteenth expected to be ready in the coming days, Fire Service Chief Nikos Longinos has said. Speaking on CyBC — Longinos – who has served as national coordinator of the Civil Protection Mechanism since March 11 — reminded the public that […]

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