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1. €239,000 in fines as Cyprus cracks down on bird poaching

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/€239-000-in-fines-as-cyprus-cracks-down-on-bird-poaching

A sweeping two-month crackdown on illegal bird hunting in Cyprus has led to the conviction of 55 suspects and fines totalling €239,770, according to the Committee Against Animal Slaughter (CABS)....

2. Car crashes into Latsia cafe, uproots tree and injures three

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/car-crashes-into-latsia-cafe-uproots-tree-and-injures-three

A quiet Thursday morning in Latsia turned chaotic when a car slammed straight into a neighborhood café, sending tables, chairs, and even a tree flying....

3. Police sweep at Nicosia Race Club nets fines and uncovers possible labor violations

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-sweep-at-nicosia-race-club-nets-fines-and-uncovers-possible-labor-violations

A police operation unfolded on Friday morning at the Nicosia Race Club, forming part of an ongoing campaign to curb serious and organized crime in the capital....

4. ‘We have the gunman’: Investigators close in on Demosthenous hit team

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/‘we-have-the-gunman-investigators-close-in-on-demosthenous-hit-team

The case of the mafia-style execution of Stavros Demosthenous on October 17 is finally coming into focus for Limassol CID investigators, who say they now have a complete picture of the men behind the killing....

5. Limassol sweep: 30 people caught working illegally, manager charged

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/limassol-sweep-30-people-caught-working-illegally-manager-charged

A coordinated police operation in Limassol uncovered 30 people working illegally at a local business, highlighting ongoing concerns over unregistered labor and worker exploitation in Cyprus....

6. Cyprus Social Services Union denies reports of neglect in Larnaca elderly case

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-social-services-union-denies-reports-of-neglect-in-larnaca-elderly-case

The Social Services Officers Branch of PASYDY dismissed reports about an elderly woman in Larnaca allegedly being locked inside her home and living in poor conditions, calling the information “completely inaccurate.”...

7. Eight arrested in Larnaca construction site sweep over illegal employment

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eight-arrested-in-larnaca-construction-site-sweep-over-illegal-employment

Authorities in Cyprus said that eight foreign nationals were detained after being caught working illegally at a construction site in Larnaca during a coordinated labor inspection....

8. Police sweep in old Nicosia uncovers weapons and illegal residents

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-sweep-in-old-nicosia-uncovers-weapons-and-illegal-residents

Police are stepping up their presence inside the walled city of Nicosia, aiming to boost safety and public confidence with more visible patrols and on-the-spot checks....

9. Biker opens fire on cyclist in Larnaca industrial zone

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/biker-opens-fire-on-cyclist-in-larnaca-industrial-zone

A dramatic manhunt is underway in the Dromolaxia Industrial Area after a man riding a bicycle was shot at multiple times by an armed motorcyclist on Wednesday morning in what police are treating as an attempted murder....

10. UPDATE: Wildfires rip through mountains, forcing evacuations; Jordan sends aid (VIDEOS)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/update-wildfires-rip-through-mountains-forcing-evacuations-jordan-sends-aid-videos

Ferocious wildfires continue to sweep through the mountainous regions of Limassol and Paphos on Wednesday, scorching homes, cutting power, and prompting mass evacuations across dozens of villages....

11. Nine illegal immigrants arrested in Larnaca; Two held on outstanding warrants

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nine-illegal-immigrants-arrested-in-larnaca-two-held-on-outstanding-warrants

Nine people were arrested for illegal stay during a coordinated police operation in Larnaca Wednesday morning. ...

12. Police seize knives, bat, brass knuckles in Larnaca

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-seize-knives-bat-brass-knuckles-in-larnaca

Five individuals were arrested in Larnaca during a coordinated police operation targeting crime and public safety, authorities said Thursday....

13. Cyprus sees sharp drop in asylum applications, ranks 8th in EU for reduction

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-sees-sharp-drop-in-asylum-applications-ranks-8th-in-eu-for-reduction

Cyprus recorded a 42% decline in asylum applications in 2024, receiving 6,750 claims, according to the European Migration Network’s Annual Report on Asylum and Migration....

14. Increased police patrols across Cyprus lead to arrests and citations

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/increased-police-patrols-across-cyprus-lead-to-arrests-and-citations

Police ramped up patrols across Cyprus overnight, with coordinated operations reported in all districts, authorities said Saturday....

15. Global anti-trafficking operation identifies 1,194 victims, arrests 158 suspects

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/global-anti-trafficking-operation-identifies-1-194-victims-arrests-158-suspects

A sweeping international crackdown on human trafficking has resulted in the identification of 1,194 potential victims and the arrest of 158 suspects, INTERPOL announced Friday....

16. Warning! Fake government officials calling to steal your money

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/warning-fake-government-officials-calling-to-steal-your-money

Authorities are urging the public to stay alert as a wave of phone scams involving individuals impersonating government officials continues to sweep across Cyprus....

17. Is Phedon Phedonos gearing up for 2028?

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/is-phedon-phedonos-gearing-up-for-2028

When Phedon Phedonos launched a fresh offensive from Paphos last month, accusing certain Cyprus-based forex companies of laundering dirty money and warning that the Cypriot economy was veering dangerously close to a “casino model,” it sent ripples through Nicosia....

18. Man vandalizes Holy Cross Catholic Church in Nicosia

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/man-vandalizes-holy-cross-catholic-church-in-nicosia

An African man believed to be under the influence of drugs entered the Holy Cross Catholic Church in central Nicosia around 3:00 PM on Tuesday, June 10, causing chaos before fleeing the scene....

19. Handcuffs for 50 in Cyprus immigration sweep

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/handcuffs-for-50-in-cyprus-immigration-sweep

Authorities in Cyprus detained 50 foreign nationals on Saturday as part of a coordinated nationwide immigration sweep, police said....

20. Police detain 21 in nationwide immigration sweeps

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-detain-21-in-nationwide-immigration-sweep

Authorities in Cyprus detained 21 people of various nationalities on Sunday for residing illegally in the country, police said....

21. Cyprus hits employers with massive €156,000 in fines over illegal employment

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-hits-employers-with-massive-€156-000-in-fines-over-illegal-employment

Authorities in Cyprus have fined 24 employers a total of €156,000 and filed charges after discovering 34 foreign nationals working illegally during a week-long immigration enforcement campaign....

22. Major fires in Israel prompt request for help from Cyprus (VIDEOS)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/major-fires-in-israel-prompt-request-for-help-from-cyprus-videos

Wildfires have been sweeping through the western parts of Jerusalem, rekindling concerns in areas affected by similar fires last week. ...

23. When the flames start to lick at flesh and the radicalization of young men

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/when-the-flames-start-to-lick-at-flesh-and-the-radicalization-of-young-men

What is happening with teenage and young men in our country, and across Europe more broadly? ...

24. 22 million users cut off as Europe's largest piracy ring busted

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/22-million-users-cut-off-as-europe-s-largest-piracy-ring-busted

In a sweeping operation spanning multiple countries, Italian police dismantled a massive illegal streaming network that served more than 22 million users across Europe. Dubbed ''Operation Takendown''...

25. Major organized crime sweep in Nicosia

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/major-organized-crime-sweep-in-nicosia

A significant operation targeting organized crime began early Wednesday morning, October 30, in the Nicosia district. Authorities, including the Nicosia Crime Investigation Unit, the Crime Prevention Squad, and canine units, have mobilized for the extensive crackdown....

26. 'Dangerous populism'

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/dangerous-populism

Last month, Nikos Christodoulides opened a tough front with the United Nations, raising questions about his intentions and concerns about the political implications of his bravado...

27. Heavy rains and hail sweep across Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/heavy-rains-and-hail-sweep-across-cyprus

Cyprus is currently facing the brunt of severe weather conditions, with heavy rains and hail wreaking havoc in various regions....

28. Money laundering allegations hit Spanish football: Officials arrested

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/money-laundering-allegations-hit-spanish-football-officials-arrested

The turmoil within Spanish football persists as police conducted a sweeping operation at the country's football federation offices, resulting in multiple arrests of key figures....

29. Tornado strikes Germasogeia, causing severe hand injury

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tornado-strikes-germasogeia-causing-severe-hand-injury

The municipal authority in Germasogeia has sprung into action following the early morning havoc caused by at least two tornadoes, Mayor Kyriakos Xydias confirmed to CNA....

30. Rain, snow, and slippery roads ahead

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/rain-snow-and-slippery-roads-ahead

Cyprus is gearing up for a weather rollercoaster this weekend as rain, snow, and slippery roads are on the horizon. ...

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