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1. Hunters roast meat, not just game, on Nicosia-Limassol highway in protest

Drivers on Sunday, expecting a smooth ride home after the Limassol Marathon, instead found themselves stuck in bumper-to-bumper traffic on the Nicosia-Limassol highway....

2. Cypriot clubs face transfer bans with embargoes on APOEL, Anorthosis, and Omonia

In addition to these three, three other teams from the second division are facing transfer embargoes....

3. Here’s where the 11 new ATMs will be installed in Cyprus

The two major banks in Cyprus, Bank of Cyprus and Hellenic Bank, are moving forward with agreements made with President Christodoulides....

4. €170 Million expansion kicks off at Larnaca and Paphos airports

After years of planning and preparation, the expansion of Larnaka and Pafos Airports is officially underway. ...

5. Cyprus' economic growth faces challenges, lenders highlight key concerns

The Cypriot economy is showing strong signs of growth, with GDP expected to rise by over 3% and unemployment dropping below 5% in 2024. Private consumption continues to play a key role in driving this growth. ...

6. Cyprus set to join US Visa Waiver Program before Easter

Cypriot citizens are one step closer to the dream of hassle-free travel to the United States. The final approvals are just around the corner, as Cyprus awaits inclusion in the US Visa Waiver Program (VWP), and the wait may be over sooner than expected....

7. No talks on normalization between Israel and Lebanon, despite Trump admin claims

There are no ongoing discussions about normalization between Israel and Lebanon, according to sources familiar with the matter. ...

8. EU pushes for tougher deportation rules for rejected asylum seekers

The European Commission has rolled out a new plan to make it easier to send back asylum seekers who don’t qualify to stay in the EU....

9. World awaits Moscow’s response to US-Ukraine ceasefire deal

After marathon talks in Saudi Arabia between the United States and Ukraine, the stage is now set for a potential shift in the ongoing war with Russia....

10. Trump highlights Greece-Cyprus role in strategic trade corridor

U.S. President Donald Trump has drawn attention to the strategic importance of Greece and Cyprus in global trade and diplomacy, sharing a Breitbart News article that underscores their role in the proposed India-Middle East–Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC)....

11. Isn't it ironic? Cyprus propaganda, politics, and the global stage.

A movie is being made in the occupied territories titled ''Aisie Went on Vacation'', which was also the code name for the Attila operation in 1974. They've even set up modern studios for creating TV series, as it seems they've grasped the importance of imagery in propaganda....

12. Turkish media: Discontent over Cypriot Foreign Minister's visit to Syria

13. Cyprus strikes energy deals, but ‘Aphrodite’ gas delayed until 2031

Last Friday marked the conclusion of long-running negotiations between the Republic of Cyprus and the consortium developing the Aphrodite gas field, led by U.S. energy giant Chevron. ...

14. Growing interest in medical schools prompts accreditation guidelines

The increasing interest in establishing medical schools in Cyprus has led the Agency for Quality Assurance and Accreditation in Higher Education to outline key requirements for their operation....

15. Cyprus court halts sale of mortgaged property

In a landmark ruling, the Nicosia District Court has suspended the sale of mortgaged properties, citing illegalities in mortgage agreements....

16. Cyprus and Egypt join forces on major energy projects

The Christodoulides administration places great strategic importance—both in terms of energy and geopolitics—on the President’s visit to Egypt....

17. The Cyprus cabinet's ''romantic'' February 14 meeting

On Friday, February 14th, President of Cyprus called for an emergency Cabinet meeting. Naturally, many assumed it was to discuss Valentine’s Day – flowers, chocolates, etc. – ...

18. Is Cyprus' public sector too large? Hiring freeze lifted amid rising costs.

The Cyprus government is set to fully lift the ban on hiring permanent public sector employees, marking a significant shift from austerity measures imposed over a decade ago....

19. Pakistan and Turkey strengthen ties, reaffirm controversial stance on Cyprus

Turkish President and Pakistani Prime Minister met to strengthen their countries' strategic partnership, reinforcing positions that directly challenge international law and Cyprus' sovereignty....

20. Struggling families at risk of losing homes on government-granted land

Low-income households that received state-owned land to build their first homes now face the real threat of losing their properties to lenders, according to a damning report by the Audit Office of the Republic of Cyprus....

21. Audit office wants big changes to land program for low-income families

The Audit Office has called for a major revision of the Land Allocation Plan for low-income families....

22. Lost and found: 104-year-old Greek turtle spotted in Alexandria

A 'missing' sea turtle from Greece, aged 104, was recently spotted off the coast of Alexandria by Egyptian authorities....

23. Far from home, held by hope: Lebanese refugees find solace in Cyprus amid war’s shadow

As the war in Lebanon continues, Cyprus has become a refuge for thousands of displaced Lebanese....

24. How Abramovich evaded millions in taxes using Cyprus

A massive tax evasion scheme tied to Roman Abramovich’s superyachts has been uncovered, shedding light on how the Russian billionaire exploited Cyprus’ offshore business environment. Leaked documents reveal that from 2005 to 2012, Abramovich’s companies set up a fake yacht-leasing business in Cyprus to dodge EU taxes on his luxury vessels....

25. Mohamed Salem case: Acquitted on naturalisation charges

The Supreme Court on Thursday acquitted most of the defendants in a case involving irregularities in the Cyprus Investment Programme (CIP) related to the naturalisation of investor Mohamed Salem and his family....

26. Cyprus National Guard to modernize with U.S. arms

The Republic of Cyprus’ formal accession to the U.S. Foreign Military Sales programs, Excess Defense Articles, and Title 10 security assistance programs marks a significant milestone in the strategic strengthening of relations between Nicosia and Washington. ...

27. Greek investor set to acquire Superhome Center in Cyprus

The sale of Superhome Center DIY LTD to a Greek investor is moving forward, with the final deal expected to be concluded in the coming weeks....

28. No prisoner escapes today, but plenty of political drama

We begin today’s column with breaking news: today, we haven’t had a single prisoner escape. Of course, it’s still morning, so we don’t know how the day will unfold....

29. Turkish FM Fidan visits occupied Cyprus amid key regional shifts

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan’s two-day visit to the occupied territories, taking place today and tomorrow, is considered particularly significant. ...

30. Cooperation among Cyprus, Greece, and Egypt essential for stability in the Eastern Mediterranean

In a fluid and volatile international environment, closer cooperation among Cyprus, Greece, and Egypt has become essential to ensure peace and stability in the Eastern Mediterranean....