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26 December, 2025
 

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As tension peaks, PM calls on Ankara to stop provocations

As tension peaks, PM calls on Ankara to stop provocations

With Turkey’s transgressions in the Aegean and the Eastern Mediterranean in full swing, Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras on Friday urged Ankara to abandon the rationale of constant provocations with Greece....

Study examines Cypriot consumer habits

Study examines Cypriot consumer habits

The majority of Cypriots prefer dining out over engaging in cultural activities, according to a recent survey, which also points to views that retail will pick it back up again but consumers also expect costs to rise. ...

Cyprus Parliament condemns unanimously Turkey's invasion in Afrin

Cyprus Parliament condemns unanimously Turkey's invasion in Afrin

The plenary of the House of Representatives on Friday condemned Turkey's invasion in Afrin, Syria, pointing out that it is a blatant violation of international law and Syria`s sovereignty and territorial integrity....

Identification of remains found at Athalassa Hospital to start soon, says Presidential Commissioner

Identification of remains found at Athalassa Hospital to start soon, says Presidential Commissioner

Procedures to identify the remains of 11 Cypriots, excavated last year in the area where they have been buried since the 1974 Turkish invasion, next to Athalassa Hospital in Nicosia, will start soon, Presidential Commissioner Fotis Fotiou has said....

British Bases deal blow to illegal bird trappers

British Bases deal blow to illegal bird trappers

SBA Police feel the high-profile destruction of seized trapping equipment will send out a strong message to the bird trapping community...

Three killed in French supermarket shooting

Three killed in French supermarket shooting

Three people were killed in southwestern France on Friday when a gunman held up a car, opened fire on police and then took hostages in a supermarket, screaming “Allahu Akbar”. ...

Cyprus joins global Earth Hour Celebrations

Cyprus joins global Earth Hour Celebrations

Cyprus, as a Mediterranean island, is vulnerable to climate change and faces many problems as regards water, coastal erosion and unruly construction...

Two people killed in French supermarket hostage-taking

Two people killed in French supermarket hostage-taking

Mayor Eric Menassi also told LCI TV that the man had entered the shop screaming “Allahu Akbar, (God is greatest) I’ll kill you all”...

EU backs Britain in blaming Russia for spy attack

EU backs Britain in blaming Russia for spy attack

The show of support from the EU, at a time when Britain is grappling with its departure from the bloc, will boost Prime Minister Theresa May...

Ankara attacks EU for backing Cyprus and Greece

Ankara attacks EU for backing Cyprus and Greece

Turkey accused the EU of backing Athens and Nicosia simply because they are members...

It is pay your taxes time again

It is pay your taxes time again

As Cypriot tax payers will soon be able to file their tax forms online through TAXISnet, authorities are working around the clock to make sure they can launch the programme in April and send passwords to users who have yet not signed up....

EU slams Turkey over Cyprus gas blockade

EU slams Turkey over Cyprus gas blockade

The European Council strongly condemns Turkey`s continued illegal actions in the Eastern Mediterranean and the Aegean Sea...

China urges US away from 'brink' of trade war

China urges US away from 'brink' of trade war

China showed readiness to retaliate by declaring plans to levy additional duties on up to $3 billion of US imports...

Cloudy holiday weekend ahead

Cloudy holiday weekend ahead

Despite cloudy weather over the holiday weekend, dust is expected to go away by Saturday afternoon with scattered light rain showers....

Cypriot firm signs $4.2 billion Zimbabwe platinum deal

Cypriot firm signs $4.2 billion Zimbabwe platinum deal

It is the largest investment structure in the country’s mining industry in Zimbabwe...

EU leaders condemn Turkey for 'illegal actions' as transgressions continue

EU leaders condemn Turkey for 'illegal actions' as transgressions continue

European Union leaders meeting in Brussels on Thursday unanimously condemned Turkey for its aggression toward Greece and Cyprus and called on Ankara to release two Greek soldiers who have been in Turkish custody for more than three weeks....

Christodoulides and Netanyahu discuss regional developments and strengthening of bilateral ties

Christodoulides and Netanyahu discuss regional developments and strengthening of bilateral ties

Cyprus Foreign Minister Nikos Christodoulides and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu discussed on Thursday regional developments and the strengthening of bilateral ties in energy and emergency situations, a press release issued by Netanyahu`s office said....

Greek FM Kotzias begins landmark visit to Skopje

Greek FM Kotzias begins landmark visit to Skopje

Foreign Minister Nikos Kotzias arrived in Skopje on Thursday evening for a landmark visit, the first by a Greek official in 12 years, as talks between the two sides appear to be edging towards a resolution on the longstanding “Macedonia” name dispute....

University of Cyprus among world's best

University of Cyprus among world's best

US News examines the 1250 best schools and colleges of higher education using a wide range of criteria...

Municipal police in the works

Municipal police in the works

Ministers of Justice and the Interior are putting their heads together to draft legislation for accelerating the creation of a new Municipal Police. The new force will handle minor violations, such as illegal parking and smoking, thus relieving state police who have their hands full with serious offences such as speeding and drinking under the influence. ...

UK urged to prioritise travel in Brexit talks to create jobs

UK urged to prioritise travel in Brexit talks to create jobs

The WTTC predicts tourism could create around 400,000 new jobs in Britain over the next 10 years...

Turkey claims Greek soldiers had ‘military drawings’

Turkey claims Greek soldiers had ‘military drawings’

The two soldiers are being charged with attempted military espionage and illegal entry into a restricted military area...

Cyprus and UK sign new treaty for double taxation avoidance

Cyprus and UK sign new treaty for double taxation avoidance

For the Cyprus government, the expansion of economic relations with the United Kingdom is a top priority...

EU summit to condemn Turkey’s ‘illegal actions’ in East Med

EU summit to condemn Turkey’s ‘illegal actions’ in East Med

EU recalls Turkey’s obligation to respect International Law and good neighbourly relations and normalize relations with the Republic of Cyprus...

Crete among best world destinations

Crete among best world destinations

TripAdvisor hailed Crete for its rich archaeological and mythological history that’s reflected in its ancient ruins and cultural attractions...

Ayia Napa is not the new Monte Carlo

Ayia Napa is not the new Monte Carlo

In order to improve the image and quality of Ayia Napa, the real perpetrator has to be identified because a crime has been committed in the area and the culprit is our very own greedy, pretentious attitude....

Sarkozy denies wrongdoing over Libya lies

Sarkozy denies wrongdoing over Libya lies

At issue is a murky affair of Libyan spies, arms dealers and allegations that late Libyan leader Gaddafi provided Sarkozy’s 2007 election campaign with millions...

The thin white line

The thin white line

PAOK owner Ivan Savvidis’s armed intervention on the playing field makes him the personification of our inability to respect limits...

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