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Kıbrıs 06.03.2026 19:00

Israeli airforce pounds Beirut, Lebanon death toll rises

Israel pounded Beirut’s southern suburbs with airstrikes on Friday, stepping up a war with Hezbollah that has forced hundreds of thousands of Lebanesefrom their homes and killed more than 200, according to a health ministry toll. Israel ordered everyone in Beirut’s suburbs, Hezbollah’s main stronghold in the capital, to leave on Thursday before launching strikes that lit up the […]

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Kıbrıs 06.03.2026 18:54

Italy to deploy frigate Martinengo to bolster defence of Cyprus

Italy will send the naval frigate Federico Martinengo to waters near Cyprus as part of a coordinated European armada to reinforce the island’s security amid escalating tensions linked to the US-Israeli conflict with Iran. Italian officials confirmed on Friday that the vessel will deploy with at least 160 members of the Italian navy as part […]

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Kıbrıs 06.03.2026 18:39

Cyprus confirms intercepted attack as government urges calm

Foreign minister Constantinos Kombos confirmed on Friday that an attempted attack linked to the escalating conflict with Iran had been intercepted far from the republic’s maritime zone. Speaking to ERTnews, Kombos confirmed that authorities had dealt with two security incidents since the outbreak of hostilities between Israel, the United States and Iran. One involved a […]

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Kıbrıs 06.03.2026 18:16

Russia is providing Iran intelligence to target US forces

Russia is providing Iran with targeting information that includes locations of U.S. warships and aircraft in the Middle East, the Washington Post reported on Friday, citing three officials familiar with the intelligence. The extent of Russia’s support to Iran was not entirely clear but the Iranian military’s own ability to locate U.S. forces has been […]

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Kıbrıs 06.03.2026 18:10

Wanchain bridges $80M to Cardano while Mutuum Finance (MUTM) expands its DeFi ecosystem

Wanchain has facilitated over $130 million in total transfer volume connecting Cardano to the wider crypto ecosystem. Data shows that Cardano received net inflows surpassing $80 million through these bridging operations. While this development boosts Cardano’s liquidity access, its fundamental limitations with modest on-chain activity remain. Meanwhile, Mutuum Finance (MUTM) continues to build within the […]

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Kıbrıs 06.03.2026 18:05

Spain says Cyprus “a victim of war” as European armada moves to shield island

Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said that Cyprus is “a victim of this war” as Madrid confirmed it will deploy a naval air defence frigate to help protect the island amid rising tensions linked to the US-Israeli conflict with Iran. Speaking during a press conference on Friday, Sanchez criticised the military campaign against Iran while […]

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Kıbrıs 06.03.2026 18:05

Nine new FMD cases reported in Larnaca district

Eight new cases of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) have been identified in Livadia and one in Dromolaxia, with more than 7,000 animals culled since the outbreak began, the Veterinary Services said on Friday. Speaking at a press conference, Veterinary Services spokesperson Sotiria Georgiadou said the new cases involve eight sheep and goat units in Livadia and […]

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Kıbrıs 06.03.2026 18:02

Wizz Air authorised to operate flights to the US

Wizz Air UK has received the necessary permits to operate flights between the United Kingdom and the United States, the airline announced on Friday. The regulatory approval allows the carrier to conduct flights on routes between the two countries following months of preparation and coordination with authorities. Despite obtaining the authorisation, the airline stated that […]

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Kıbrıs 06.03.2026 17:59

307 more Cypriots to be repatriated from Dubai

Cyprus is set to repatriate another 307 citizens from Dubai on Friday as the government continues emergency flights to bring nationals home from areas affected by the escalating conflict in the Middle East. Two commercial flights are scheduled to land at Larnaca airport on Friday evening as part of the state coordinated operation. A Cyprus […]

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Kıbrıs 06.03.2026 17:57

Famagusta tourism board calls for calm amid Middle East tensions

Extreme scenarios causing unnecessary panic for Cyprus economy, board warns The Famagusta regional tourism board (Etap) on Friday called for calm and restraint amid concerns over regional tensions. In an official statement, the board said that while some hotel booking cancellations have been recorded in the Famagusta district, they are not expected to significantly affect […]

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Kıbrıs 06.03.2026 17:50

Antoniou says ‘exchange of views’ was held with MI6 head

An “exchange of views” took place during President Nikos Christodoulides’ meeting with the head of the UK’s secret intelligence service MI6, Blaise Metreweli, on Friday, deputy government spokesman Yiannis Antoniou said. He refrained from entering into much detail regarding the meeting during an appearance on Greek television channel Skai, but did say that “what we […]

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Kıbrıs 06.03.2026 17:40

Cyprus new lending drops sharply while deposit rates stay low

The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) on Friday reported a sharp decline in total net new loans in January 2026. Specifically, the figures showed that total net new loans fell by €377.7 million compared with the previous month, while net new housing loans decreased by €39.7 million. At the same time, the central bank reported […]

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Kıbrıs 06.03.2026 17:34

Germany defends refusal to deploy military support to Cyprus

Germany has said it will not send military support to Cyprus despite rising security concerns in the eastern Mediterranean, arguing that its defence responsibilities are concentrated on Nato’s eastern flank and that assistance to the island is being handled by other European partners. Speaking on Friday, German defence ministry spokeswoman Natalie Jenning, said that Berlin […]

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Kıbrıs 06.03.2026 17:27

Governments plan repatriations as Middle East flights stop

Commercial flights in parts of the Middle East have been grounded due to the escalating conflict following U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran, stranding foreign nationals and prompting governments to plan repatriations. Below is what governments, officials and airlines have said about repatriation plans: AUSTRIA Austria’s foreign ministry said it had assisted 117 vulnerable citizens […]

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Kıbrıs 06.03.2026 17:11

Cyprus economy sustains strong public finances in 2025

Cyprus continued to outperform most eurozone economies in fiscal balance in 2025, according to analysis released by Eurobank research economist Michail Vassileiadis, based on preliminary fiscal data and the first estimate of gross domestic product. The analysis stated that Cyprus outperformed most eurozone peers in fiscal balance for a fourth consecutive year, continuing a trend […]

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Kıbrıs 06.03.2026 17:01

Disy and Akel neck-and-neck in CyBC election poll

The overall voting intention for the upcoming parliamentary elections stands at 86 per cent, with Disy on 18 per cent and Akel close behind on 17.5 per cent, according to the latest pre-election survey by state broadcaster Cyprus Broadcasting Corporation (CyBC). The poll shows the two parties in a tight race, followed by 12 per […]

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Kıbrıs 06.03.2026 17:00

Cyprus to host new maritime cybersecurity centre in strategic Mediterranean partnership

Cyprus is preparing to host a new regional centre dedicated to strengthening cybersecurity in the maritime sector, in collaboration with Israel and Greece. The initiative marks a significant step in improving digital resilience across the Eastern Mediterranean and protecting vital shipping infrastructure in an increasingly volatile region. The planned facility, known as the Maritime Cybersecurity […]

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Kıbrıs 06.03.2026 16:51

Trump demands Iran’s ‘unconditional surrender’

U.S. President Donald Trump demanded Iran’s “unconditional surrender” on Friday, a dramatic escalation of his demands a week into the war he launched alongside Israel. Trump made the remarks on social media just hours after Iran’s president announced that unspecified countries had begun mediation efforts in one of the first signals of any diplomatic initiative […]

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Kıbrıs 06.03.2026 16:38

Italian authorities seize 10 million detonators reportedly bound for Cyprus

The government is seeking urgent clarification after Italian officials seized a truck carrying more than 10 million detonators and hundreds of thousands of rounds of ammunition that transport documents indicated were destined for Cyprus. According to reporting from Italian state broadcaster, RAI, the shipment was intercepted at the port of Ancona during an operation by […]

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Kıbrıs 06.03.2026 16:37

Top 10 dog grooming NYC services for professional pet care in 2026

Professional dog grooming in NYC encompasses more than just making dogs look good—it represents essential pet care maintaining health, hygiene, and comfort through expert handling and comprehensive services. The mobile dog grooming in nyc market includes everything from budget walk-in salons to premium mobile services, each serving different owner needs and dog requirements. Understanding what […]

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Kıbrıs 06.03.2026 16:16

Tychikos a non-issue says church, patriarchate not interested

The issue of ousted Paphos bishop Tychikos exists no more and, once the Church of Cyprus charter has been revised, a new bishop will be elected, archbishopric spokesman Christakis Efstathiou said on Friday. Tychikos had been indefinitely suspended by the Holy Synod following his decision to appeal to the civil courts over his removal from […]

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Kıbrıs 06.03.2026 16:13

Startups take the stage at AAlchemy Growth Lab Demo Day

AAlchemy Ventures hosts its AAlchemy Growth Lab Demo Day on March 9 at the CYENS Centre of Excellence, bringing together founders, investors, and innovation leaders to meet the startups finishing the accelerator program. The in-person event will begin at 19:00 and will present the progress of companies that have completed the AAlchemy Growth Lab programme. […]

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Kıbrıs 06.03.2026 16:12

Cyprus and the RAF: Does the war put me at risk?

Cyprus has long played an important role in Britain’s military presence in the Eastern Mediterranean. For decades the island has hosted British Royal Air Force facilities that support operations across the Middle East. However, the current war involving Iran has renewed debate about whether having such bases nearby could make Cyprus more vulnerable to security […]

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Kıbrıs 06.03.2026 16:09

Christodoulides: Gesy must be continuously evaluated

The national health scheme (Gesy) is “one of the most important social achievements in our country and must be continuously evaluated,” President Nikos Christodoulides said on Friday. Arriving at the offices of the Health Insurance Organisation (HIO) to discuss issues concerning the transfer of patients abroad for treatment, Christodoulides recalled that the cabinet on Thursday […]

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