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05 July, 2026
 

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11 arrested as police step up overnight raids and traffic checks across urban areas

11 arrested as police step up overnight raids and traffic checks across urban areas

Police arrested 11 people overnight across urban areas in a series of coordinated operations targeting crime, traffic violations and public disorder....

Wednesday forecast: Summer's settled into a familiar rhythm

Wednesday forecast: Summer's settled into a familiar rhythm

If Cyprus weather had a summer routine, it would look a lot like this: sunshine takes centre stage, the mountains get a little dramatic in the afternoon, and everyone pretends they're surprised when a thunderstorm suddenly appears....

Cyprus court orders confiscation of Jho Low’s €6 million Ayia Napa villa

Cyprus court orders confiscation of Jho Low’s €6 million Ayia Napa villa

A Cyprus court has ordered the confiscation of a luxury villa in Ayia Napa linked to fugitive financier Jho Low, marking the first time authorities have secured the seizure of assets in a domestic case without obtaining a criminal conviction....

Man loses €90,000 in fake online car sale

Man loses €90,000 in fake online car sale

Police in Limassol are investigating an online fraud case after a 59-year-old man was allegedly deceived into transferring €90,000 for a vehicle that never existed....

23-year-old undergoes surgery after stabbing in Limassol

23-year-old undergoes surgery after stabbing in Limassol

Police are investigating a violent incident in the Kato Polemidia area of Limassol after a 23-year-old man was found with a serious abdominal injury on Tuesday afternoon....

EU unveils 21st round of sanctions against Russia

EU unveils 21st round of sanctions against Russia

The European Commission has proposed a new package of sanctions targeting Russia, expanding restrictions across energy, finance, trade and fisheries. Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced the measures on Tuesday, describing them as part of the EU's continued response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine....

Suspected meat smuggling from government-controlled areas to occupied north

Suspected meat smuggling from government-controlled areas to occupied north

Authorities in the occupied north intercepted a vehicle carrying nearly two tonnes of meat and detained the driver as part of an investigation into the shipment....

Man wanted after nearly €10 million worth of jewelry allegedly vanishes

Man wanted after nearly €10 million worth of jewelry allegedly vanishes

Police in Limassol are searching for a 54-year-old man after a jewelry businessman reported that luxury items worth almost €10 million had allegedly disappeared....

New affordable homes rise, but residents raise concerns over nearby pylons

New affordable homes rise, but residents raise concerns over nearby pylons

For many young couples in Cyprus, owning a home can feel increasingly out of reach. Rising property prices, high rents and limited housing options have turned what was once considered a basic life milestone into a growing challenge....

Major cocaine and weapons haul uncovered in Larnaca home raid (images)

Major cocaine and weapons haul uncovered in Larnaca home raid (images)

A routine court-approved search at a home in Larnaca quickly escalated into a major drug and weapons investigation after authorities say they uncovered more than 3 kilograms of cocaine, a shotgun, cash and a stockpile of fireworks....

EU defense talks in Nicosia put Cyprus at the center of Europe’s security debate

EU defense talks in Nicosia put Cyprus at the center of Europe’s security debate

EU defense ministers meeting in Nicosia this week are discussing the bloc’s growing security challenges, military cooperation and regional instability, as Cyprus uses its EU spotlight to push for deeper European defense integration....

Cyprus–France defense ties reach new level with military cooperation deal

Cyprus–France defense ties reach new level with military cooperation deal

A new chapter in Cyprus–France military relations has opened following the signing of a defense cooperation agreement between the two countries’ defense ministers on the sidelines of the EU Defense Ministers’ meeting held in Nicosia....

Cyprus and Greece at center of expanding Hamas investigation

Cyprus and Greece at center of expanding Hamas investigation

The Palestinians arrested so far in Cyprus and Greece are believed to be members of an active Hamas cell, according to information emerging from the investigation....

Tuesday forecast: Another warm day, with a twist

Tuesday forecast: Another warm day, with a twist

The weather appears to have woken up undecided today. One moment it's serving classic Cyprus sunshine, the next it's threatening to throw a dramatic little thunderstorm into the mix. We wouldn't expect anything less from June....

Decomposed body found inside Larnaca apartment

Decomposed body found inside Larnaca apartment

Police are investigating after a body in an advanced state of decomposition was found in an apartment in Larnaca....

Cyprus in line for €800 million in EU funding for migration and security

Cyprus in line for €800 million in EU funding for migration and security

Cyprus is expected to receive approximately €800 million from the European Union between 2028 and 2034 to support migration policy, security initiatives and border management, Interior Minister Konstantinos Ioannou announced on Monday....

More than 550 kilos of waste cleared from Agia Eirini beach in Kyrenia

More than 550 kilos of waste cleared from Agia Eirini beach in Kyrenia

More than 550 kilograms of litter were collected from Agia Eirini beach during a recent coastal cleanup organized by the United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus (UNFICYP) in cooperation with SPOT Marine Life....

Melanos landmark in Chloraka turned into illegal rubbish dump

Melanos landmark in Chloraka turned into illegal rubbish dump

A natural area in Chloraka has become the subject of complaints after local environmental advocates reported extensive illegal dumping in the vicinity of Melanos....

Athienou launches plan to transform organic waste into valuable compost

Athienou launches plan to transform organic waste into valuable compost

AKTI Project and Research Centre, in collaboration with Athienou Municipality, is developing the Athienou Resilience Hub through the European NURISH project, an initiative focused on creating a circular approach to managing organic waste generated in the area....

Paphos plans major cleanup and upgrades for Agios Antonios area

Paphos plans major cleanup and upgrades for Agios Antonios area

The Municipality of Paphos is preparing a series of improvements in the Agios Antonios tourist district, targeting long-standing issues related to cleanliness, unauthorized structures, public facilities, and lighting....

Holguín: Preparations underway for new Cyprus talks meeting

Holguín: Preparations underway for new Cyprus talks meeting

Fresh efforts to revive the Cyprus issue are gathering pace, with the UN Secretary-General’s personal envoy, María Ángela Holguín, confirming on Monday that preparations are underway for a new expanded meeting involving the island’s two sides and the guarantor powers....

Turkish jets and radio interference reported as EU defence ministers arrive in Cyprus

Turkish jets and radio interference reported as EU defence ministers arrive in Cyprus

An aircraft carrying Greece's defense minister Nikos Dendias, along with planes transporting French and Dutch delegations to Cyprus, reportedly faced radio interference while approaching the island on Monday, in an incident that added a geopolitical backdrop to a major European defense gathering taking place in Nicosia....

We Grow Together – Inauguration Ceremony of PASCAL Lemesos Main Campus

We Grow Together – Inauguration Ceremony of PASCAL Lemesos Main Campus

PASCAL International Education proudly celebrated the official inauguration of the new state-of-the-art PASCAL Lemesos Main Campus on Wednesday, 27 May 2026, under the distinguished auspices of the President of the Republic of Cyprus, His Excellency Nikos Christodoulides....

Free breakfast for 3,600 kindergarten children in Cyprus

Free breakfast for 3,600 kindergarten children in Cyprus

More than 3,600 kindergarten children in Cyprus are now receiving free breakfast at public schools in Larnaca and free Famagusta, under a new pilot program launched by the Ministry of Education, Sports and Youth....

''Study harder'' or ''your future depends on this'': the pressure students feel in Cyprus

''Study harder'' or ''your future depends on this'': the pressure students feel in Cyprus

We’ve all heard phrases like ''just study'' or ''your future depends on this'' from parents or teachers at some point in our lives. But how helpful are these words really? ...

Building a home in Cyprus is getting more expensive

Building a home in Cyprus is getting more expensive

Building a home in Cyprus has become noticeably more expensive over the past year, with construction material costs rising sharply and adding fresh pressure on property prices across the island....

Hamas arrests in Cyprus raise security and tourism concerns

Hamas arrests in Cyprus raise security and tourism concerns

Information surrounding the recent arrests of two Palestinians by Cypriot police is emerging only in dribs and drabs, with authorities revealing very little about the case....

Monday weather: A warm start to the week

Monday weather: A warm start to the week

Today will begin largely fine, but increasing cloud after midday could trigger isolated showers or thunderstorms over the mountains and possibly inland areas. A weak low-pressure system is currently affecting the region, bringing a slight chance of some afternoon drama in the form of isolated showers or thunderstorms. ...

Drivers urged to slow down to curb wildlife deaths on Cyprus roads

Drivers urged to slow down to curb wildlife deaths on Cyprus roads

Authorities are calling on motorists to take extra care on rural roads as vehicle collisions continue to pose a risk to wildlife across Cyprus, particularly during a period when many animals are more active in search of food, water and breeding grounds....

Europe’s earliest sunrise spot gets a new attraction in Protaras

Europe’s earliest sunrise spot gets a new attraction in Protaras

A newly installed landmark in Protaras is drawing attention to one of Cyprus’ most distinctive coastal viewpoints, where visitors can watch what is promoted as Europe’s first sunrise....

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