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Kıbrıs 16.02.2026 15:06

Iran foreign minister meets nuclear chief ahead of talks

Iran’s foreign minister met with the U.N. nuclear watchdog chief on Monday, ahead of talks between Washington and Tehran aimed at resolving a decades-long nuclear dispute, with few clear signs of compromise from either side amid a U.S. military buildup. Washington, which joined Israel in a wave of air strikes on Iran in June, has […]

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Kıbrıs 16.02.2026 14:51

Government working on release of Greek Cypriot detained in the north

Action to secure the release of a Greek Cypriot who has been held in the north since last Tuesday is being taken, the government confirmed on Monday. “Actions are being taken through Unficyp and the competent technical committee, with the aim of his release,” a government source said. The man was collecting wild herbs and asparagus […]

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Kıbrıs 16.02.2026 14:47

Cyprus records steady rise in road cargo as domestic trade holds firm

Road freight transport recorded an increase both within Cyprus and in traffic from and to Cyprus during the third quarter of 2025, according to the state statistical service (Cystat). Specifically, the total weight of goods transported by road within Cyprus reached 11.26 million tonnes between July and September 2025, up from 11.1m tonnes in the […]

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Kıbrıs 16.02.2026 14:38

Charalambides hands human rights committee chair to Koukoumas

The House human rights committee will be chaired by Akel MP Giorgos Koukoumas, who is taking over office from his party colleague Irene Charalambides after the committee’s meeting on Monday. “Today I am chairing the human rights committee for the last time,” Charalambides said. “Mr Koukoumas is taking over and I am happy to hand […]

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Kıbrıs 16.02.2026 14:20

Paphos, Limassol affected by high dust levels

High dust levels are affecting the air quality in several parts of the island, which could possibly harm vulnerable groups inhaling small particles, the labour inspection department warned on Monday. According to the department’s air monitoring network, as of 10am, Limassol at 133 μg/m3 and Paphos at 191.0 μg/m3, recorded the highest dust concentration on […]

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Kıbrıs 16.02.2026 14:18

Chevron-led consortium signs contracts for gas exploration off Greece

A consortium led by U.S. oil major Chevron signed exclusive lease agreements on Monday to look for natural gas off southern Greece, expanding the United States’ presence in the eastern Mediterranean. The deal doubles the amount of Greek maritime acreage available for exploration and is the second in months involving a U.S. energy major as […]

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Kıbrıs 16.02.2026 14:12

Kremlin rejects European accusations it poisoned Navalny with dart frog toxin

The Kremlin on Monday rejected accusations from five European countries that the Russian state had killed late Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny two years ago using toxin from poison dart frogs, saying the claims were “not based on anything”. Navalny, President Vladimir Putin’s most prominent domestic critic, died in February 2024 aged 47 in a far-flung […]

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Kıbrıs 16.02.2026 14:03

Cyprus industry ends 2025 with strong annual gains despite December dip

Industrial production in Cyprus declined in December 2025 compared with the previous month, even as the country maintained solid year-on-year growth, according to a report from Eurostat. According to first estimates, seasonally adjusted industrial production decreased by 1.4 per cent in the euro area and by 0.8 per cent in the European Union in December […]

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Kıbrıs 16.02.2026 13:58

One in four Cyprus residents are foreign nationals

Foreign nationals made up 24.8 per cent of Cyprus’ population, placing the island among the EU countries with the highest shares of foreigners, data released on Monday by Eurostat shows. As of last January, Cyprus ranked third in the EU, behind Luxembourg and Malta, reflecting the scale of inward migration relative to its population size. […]

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Kıbrıs 16.02.2026 13:30

The best (American) football films

Looking at the world around me, there seem to be only three things currently bothering people: movies depicting a state trying its absolute best to protect a predator, bunnies whose general behaviour leaves a lot to be desired, or football. Since I have no wish to vanish in the back of a van at night […]

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Kıbrıs 16.02.2026 13:15

20-year-old arrested over €20 kiosk robbery in Larnaca district

Police have arrested a 20-year-old in connection with a robbery at a kiosk in the Larnaca district, during which €20 was stolen. According to police the robbery occurred at around 7.05pm on Sunday in Livadia. Police said the perpetrator entered the kiosk with his face covered by a scarf and moved behind the counter, where […]

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Kıbrıs 16.02.2026 13:09

Phedonos set to testify as investigations near completion

Investigations involving suspended Paphos mayor Phedonas Phedonos are expected to be completed this week, with the politician due to give testimony in the coming days, local media reported on Monday. He is expected to be summoned in connection with rape allegations raised against him by businessman Theodoros Aristodemou, after which the mayor was placed on […]

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Kıbrıs 16.02.2026 13:09

Cyprus business registrations outpace EU average in late 2025

Business registrations in Cyprus rose sharply in the fourth quarter of 2025, outpacing the overall increase recorded across the European Union, according to Eurostat. In the final quarter of 2025, registrations of businesses in the EU increased by 0.5 per cent compared with the third quarter of 2025, while Cyprus recorded a significantly stronger performance […]

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Kıbrıs 16.02.2026 13:03

Man arrested in Limassol with cocaine and cannabis haul

A 28-year-old man was arrested in Limassol on Sunday after police found cocaine in his possession and a quantity of cannabis hidden in nearby vegetation. According to police, officers from the drug squad (Ykan) observed the suspect examining a specific area of dense undergrowth before intercepting him as he was getting into his car, which […]

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Kıbrıs 16.02.2026 12:51

Christodoulides forecasts defence industry to reach double-digit GDP share

Defence spending is set to drastically expand, with President Nikos Christodoulides projecting the domestic defence industry to grow to a double-digit share of gross domestic product in the coming years Speaking at the Presidential palace during a meeting with defence council members as well as Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas, Christodoulides said the government’s political will […]

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Kıbrıs 16.02.2026 12:35

Israeli producer of ‘Tehran’ TV series found dead in Athens hotel, police officials say

The Israeli producer of the hit spy thriller “Tehran” was found dead on Sunday at a hotel room in Athens, Greek police officials said while a probe into the incident is underway. The body of the 52-year-old woman, identified as Dana Eden, was found after a relative made several failed attempts to reach her. The case […]

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Kıbrıs 16.02.2026 12:35

Menelaou challenges Holguin’s op-ed on Cyprus talks intransigence

Greek Cypriot negotiator Menelaos Menelaou criticised the approach taken by the United Nations secretary-general’s personal envoy, Maria Angela Holguin, arguing on Monday that her recent public intervention presents “a distorted picture of responsibility” for the lack of progress on the Cyprus issue. Speaking on CyBC morningradio programme, Menelaou insisted that Holguin’s op-ed, adopted an “equalising […]

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Kıbrıs 16.02.2026 12:17

UK eyes rapid ban on under social media for under 16s, curbs to AI chatbots

Britain could bring in an Australian-style ban on social media for children under 16 as early as this year and close a loophole that left some AI chatbots outside safety rules, as part of government efforts to respond more quickly to digital risks. Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s government last month launched a consultation on a […]

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Kıbrıs 16.02.2026 12:12

Oil heater sparks Engomi apartment fire

A fire broke out in a third-floor apartment in Engomi on Sunday morning after an oil heater ignited on the terrace, the fire brigade said on Monday. In a statement, the department said it received a report at 8.53am about the blaze in a residential building in the Nicosia district. Three fire engines and a […]

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Kıbrıs 16.02.2026 12:05

Rescuers targeted as police probe alleged cat abduction network

Animal welfare rescuers and volunteer organisations in Cyprus have come under increasing pressure as police investigate allegations of an organised cat abduction network, with activists warning that the situation is escalating into threats, defamation and intimidation. The Animal party issued a sharply worded statement on Monday, accusing the authorities of inadequate handling of a serious […]

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Kıbrıs 16.02.2026 12:03

Between logic and instinct: Why intuition is quietly shaping decisions in an uncertain Mediterranean world

Life in Cyprus Living in Cyprus means that you have to adapt. They have a small, open economy, and they’re part of the crossroads of the Middle East, North Africa, and Europe. This isn’t an island that is sensitive when global shifts happen. Property markets move fast, tourism cycles fluctuate, and geopolitical developments feel close […]

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Kıbrıs 16.02.2026 12:00

CySEC removes two firms from investor compensation fund

The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) has announced that two investment firms have been removed from the Investors Compensation Fund (ICF). The decision concerns VM Vita Markets Ltd and HTFX EU Ltd, whose membership in the fund was withdrawn under the regulator’s rules. The announcement was issued by the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission, […]

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Kıbrıs 16.02.2026 11:41

Eurobank repurchases over 1.7 million shares in latest buyback move

Eurobank S.A. has announced that it repurchased a total of 1,788,139 issued shares between February 09, 2026 and February 13, 2026 as part of its ongoing strategic buyback efforts. The bank carried out these transactions on the Athens Stock Exchange (ATHEX) at an average purchase price of €4.1255 per share. The financial institution incurred a […]

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Kıbrıs 16.02.2026 11:34

Cyprus new-build property market hits €2.5bn as apartment sales surge

Cyprus’ market for newly built residential property exceeded €2.5 billion in 2025, with apartments accounting for more than eight in ten transactions, according to a report from Landbank Analytics. The firm, which utilised data from the land department, reported that a total of 7,819 contracts were filed for new homes, including off-plan developments, thereby confirming […]

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