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Kıbrıs 09.04.2026 19:53

€20m projects planned for Aradippou area

Aradippou mayor Christodoulos Partou on Thursday said the municipality is planning to proceed with the implementation of three projects worth €20 million in Aradippou, Kellia and Troulloi. According to Partou, the projects were discussed during a meeting with Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou last week and are currently awaiting approval from the finance ministry. “We had […]

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Kıbrıs 09.04.2026 19:45

Travel Expo Cyprus returns ahead of summer season

For eager travellers awaiting to book their holidays and travelling adventures, the Travel Expo Cyprus 2026 returns this April for all there is to know about this year’s tourist destinations and international travel packages. The Cyprus State Fair will once again host the weekend event spanning from April 17 to 19 in Nicosia. Tour operators, […]

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Kıbrıs 09.04.2026 19:06

Plans advance for new €300m prison in Nicosia

Justice Minister Costas Fitiris on Thursday held a meeting with officials from relevant authorities to discuss the next steps in planning a new central prison. The meeting was attended by the justice ministry’s director-general, as well as representatives from the public works department, the urban planning department, the electromechanical services, and the prisons department. According […]

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Kıbrıs 09.04.2026 19:04

Government orders probe into ‘cabal’ allegations

President Nikos Christodoulides on Thursday pledged a full investigation into explosive allegations made by journalist Makarios Drousiotis, as law enforcement authorities appeared to have their hands full as they also looked into corruption claims leveled by a social media personality. “Of course, an investigation will be carried out to the end,” the president said during […]

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Kıbrıs 09.04.2026 18:14

Christodoulides expresses concern over Lebanon situation in call with Aoun

President Nikos Christodoulides expressed “deep concern” over what he described as “indiscriminate strikes against civilians and critical infrastructure” by Israel on Lebanon during a telephone call with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun, according to a statement by government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis, on Thursday. Christodoulides conveyed Cyprus’ full solidarity with the government and people of Lebanon, stressing […]

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Kıbrıs 09.04.2026 17:58

Fallout continues after week of protests in north, Ustel heads to Ankara

Turkish Cypriot ‘prime minister’ Unal Ustel travelled to Ankara on Thursday with a view to signing this year’s annual financial protocol with the Republic of Turkey, having had his trip to Turkey delayed in light of an ongoing dispute over planned alterations to the payment of the cost-of-living allowance to public sector workers. That dispute […]

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Kıbrıs 09.04.2026 17:55

Masters under way as Augusta awaits McIlroy and Scheffler

Mostly clear skies and cool conditions greeted the early starters as the Masters got under way on Thursday at Augusta National with defending champion Rory McIlroy and world number one Scottie Scheffler yet to tee off in the year’s first major. Honorary starters Gary Player, Jack Nicklaus and Tom Watson led off one of the […]

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Kıbrıs 09.04.2026 17:41

Impact study needed before social media age limit

Any move to set an age limit for social media use in Cyprus should be backed by an impact study and include children’s input, commissioner for children’s rights Elena Perikleous said on Thursday. Her comments follow Greece’s announcement of a ban on social media use for children under 15. Perikleous said discussions have already been […]

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Kıbrıs 09.04.2026 17:01

Palestinian embassy hosts roundtable on Israeli death penalty law

Speakers at an event held on Thursday at the Palestinian Embassy in Nicosia voiced strong opposition to recent Israeli legislation introducing the death penalty for those convicted of terrorism, warning it raises serious legal and human rights concerns. The press conference brought together Palestinian ambassador Abdallah Attari alongside former Palestinian minister Shaddad Attili, University of […]

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Kıbrıs 09.04.2026 16:52

Cyprus expresses solidarity with Kuwait, backs US-Iran ceasefire

Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos held a telephone conversation on Thursday with his Kuwaiti counterpart Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, expressing Cyprus’ support of the ceasefire between the United States and Iran as a step towards wider regional stability. In his post on social media following the call, Kombos said he “expressed Cyprus’ solidarity with Kuwait” and […]

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Kıbrıs 09.04.2026 16:44

British Airways cuts Middle East flights as regional tensions weigh on demand

British Airways (ICAG.L) said on Thursday it will cut ​flights to the Middle East when services ‌resume, permanently drop Jeddah as a destination, while adding capacity to India and Africa, as heightened regional tensions disrupt schedules ​and weigh on demand. The changes follow prolonged ​disruption after the escalation of the US-Israeli war ⁠against Iran forced […]

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Kıbrıs 09.04.2026 16:28

Turkish defence ministry calls for ‘common sense’ after Eoka day rock throwing

Turkish defence ministry spokesman rear admiral Zeki Akturk on Thursday called for “common sense to prevail” after rocks were thrown at Turkish Cypriots on the anniversary of the creation of Eoka and former Turkish defence minister Hulusi Akar warned Greek Cypriots that they may be facing their “last Easter”. He took umbrage at Cypriot President […]

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Kıbrıs 09.04.2026 16:20

Xylofagou Big Potato reinstalled after storm damage repairs

The landmark Big Potato in Xylofagou was reinstalled on Thursday following repairs caused by strong winds that had toppled the structure from its base. The popular roadside attraction, widely known as the “Big Potato,” had been dislodged during severe weather conditions earlier in March, when heavy winds and rain caused it to collapse. Local authorities […]

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Kıbrıs 09.04.2026 16:17

IMR/University of Nicosia research: BuySell leads with market share of up to 81.6%

IMR/University of Nicosia, with extensive expertise in research development within the real-estate sector, conducted a new comparative analysis highlighting the role and importance of online property listing platforms in Cyprus. The latest research confirms the findings of the previous IMR/University of Nicosia study published in Cyprus Mail (26/9/2025) and SigmaLive (29/9/2025), and confirms that the […]

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Kıbrıs 09.04.2026 15:58

Ayia Napa mayor visits army camps ahead of Easter

Ayia Napa mayor Christos Zannetou visited army camps and guard posts in the area on Holy Wednesday, ahead of the Easter holidays. Zannetou was accompanied by the commander of the 7th Mechanised Infantry Brigade, Brigadier Andreas Kelepeshis, as well as community leaders from Liopetri, Achna and Avgorou. During the visit, the mayor exchanged Easter wishes […]

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Kıbrıs 09.04.2026 15:43

Poland, Israel and UK dominate Cyprus tourism arrivals at start of 2026

The Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat) on Thursday reported that tourism revenue in Cyprus recorded a 7.8 per cent annual increase in January 2026, reflecting the positive momentum seen before the impact of the Iran war began to affect the sector. According to the statistical service, tourism revenue reached €74.6 million in January 2026, compared with […]

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Kıbrıs 09.04.2026 15:38

Zeroed VAT on meat having ‘very positive impact’, Panayiotou says

The government’s decision to zero the rate of value added tax on meat, poultry, and fish is having a “very positive impact”, Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou said on Thursday. Speaking to reporters during a voyage around supermarkets – a tradition for agriculture ministers prior to Easter – she said that both supermarket owners and consumers […]

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Kıbrıs 09.04.2026 15:33

A minute with Christina Stavri-Sakka, artist

Where do you live?I live in beautiful Larnaca, Cyprus, with my wonderful, supportive husband and our three beautiful children. What did you have for breakfast?A soft-boiled egg over toasted multigrain bread with avocado, salt, pepper and turmeric. I also had a second, smaller piece of toast with halloumi and homemade jam. And of course, a […]

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Kıbrıs 09.04.2026 15:30

President stresses public safety during Easter visit to police academy

President Nikos Christodoulides said that ensuring public safety across all sectors is the state’s primary obligation, during a visit to the Cyprus police academy ahead of the Easter holidays. The president said he chose to deliver this message from the academy, which he visited to extend Easter wishes to police recruits and staff. Addressing attendees […]

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Kıbrıs 09.04.2026 15:29

Indirect risks from regional conflict pose threat to EU banks, agency warns

European Union banks’ direct exposure to the Middle East remains limited, with risks from the conflict more likely to emerge through indirect channels such as inflation, tighter financial conditions and weaker growth, according to the rating agency DBRS. The agency said that, although exposures to the region are small relative to total assets, the conflict […]

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Kıbrıs 09.04.2026 15:20

Cyprus trade deficit widens to €1.34 billion in first two months of 2026

Cyprus recorded a wider trade deficit in the first two months of 2026, as a sharp drop in exports outpaced a decline in imports, according to foreign trade figures released by the statistical service (Cystat) on Thursday.  Specifically, the statistical service said total imports of goods in February 2026 stood at €1.12 billion, compared with €1.06bn in February 2025, recording an increase […]

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Kıbrıs 09.04.2026 15:17

Safe passage mechanism in development for Strait of Hormuz, says IMO

The temporary truce in the Middle East and the agreement on safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz have brought some relief to hundreds of seafarers stranded in the region, with both the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) and the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) making clear that the priority now is the safe transit of civilian shipping.  Welcoming the ceasefire, IMO secretary-general Arsenio Dominguez said […]

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Kıbrıs 09.04.2026 15:13

Novikov Limassol celebrates Cypriot Easter traditionswith chef Elleni Katalanos

This Easter, Novikov Limassol turns its attention to one of Cyprus’ most meaningful culinary traditions – the simple yet symbolic ritual of sharing bread. On 12 April, the restaurant will host a festive Easter brunch while also introducing a special collaboration with chef Elleni Katalanos, who has created a traditional Cypriot koulouri inspired by the […]

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Kıbrıs 09.04.2026 15:08

Halt to Iran attacks means Netanyahu’s corruption trial will resume on Sunday

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s long-running corruption trial will resume on Sunday, the courts’ spokesperson said on Thursday, hours after Israel lifted a state of emergency imposed over its war with Iran. Iran began targeting Israel with ballistic missiles and drones after Israel and U.S. President Donald Trump launched air strikes on Iran on February […]

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