https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-tourism-slumps-as-british-demand-drops-and-bookings-fall-60
The main source of tourism for Cyprus is weakening this year. British travelers, who make up the country’s largest tourism market, are showing hesitation and caution because of geopolitical instability in the Eastern Mediterranean. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/more-than-600-minors-sought-asylum-in-cyprus-in-2025-eu-data-shows
More than 600 minors applied for asylum in Cyprus in 2025, according to new figures released by Eurostat, highlighting how children continue to make up a significant share of people seeking protection across Europe....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-economy-still-growing-but-cracks-may-be-starting-to-show
Cyprus’ economy continues to show steady growth, underlining its flexibility and resilience in the face of external shocks such as the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war and recent conflicts in the Middle East....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-leaders-meet-in-ayia-napa-as-farmers-shut-down-roads-and-port
Late Thursday night, just minutes before midnight, the first day of the informal EU summit at the Ayia Napa Marina wrapped up at 11:45 p.m....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-records-195-migrant-deportations-since-march
Authorities have carried out 195 deportations of foreign nationals between March 1 and April 23, 2026, as part of ongoing efforts to tackle illegal residence and crime....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-seizes-the-moment-as-eu-leaders-gather-for-informal-summit
A strong message that Cyprus is a safe country is being sent through the arrival of world leaders for the Informal Meeting of EU Heads of State and Government, as well as the EU’s informal summit with regional partners, set to take place on the island on April 23 and 24, according to Deputy Government Spokesperson Yiannis Antoniou....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/wednesday-s-just-right-forecast-a-masterclass-in-goldilocks-weather
If you appreciate a crisp view of the horizon, enjoy today and tomorrow. We are currently under a weak low-pressure system, but the real news is the "thin dust" scheduled to arrive on Friday. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/1-fbi-to-join-cyprus-probe-into-santi-case-as-pressure-builds-for-answers
An FBI team is expected in Cyprus in the coming days to assist in the ongoing investigation into the high-profile ''Santi'' case, also referred to as the ''Sandy'' case in previous KNEWS coverage....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-landmark-nicosia-announces-the-opening-of-sole-spa
The Landmark Nicosia, Autograph Collection, is proud to announce the arrival of the capital’s new, ultimate luxury wellness & beauty destination,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-pest-adds-to-growing-strain-on-cyprus-farmers
After months of battling frost, drought and even damaging sea winds, farmers in Cyprus are now facing a new and unwelcome threat: an invasive insect attacking key crops across the island....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/drousiotis-releases-new-messages-and-audio-disputing-police-claims-that-sandy-fabricated-evidence
Makarios Drousiotis has escalated his public intervention in the controversial “Sandy” case by releasing new messages and audio material, while strongly criticizing the handling of the investigation by Cypriot authorities....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-braces-for-african-dust-after-flight-disruptions-in-greece
A thick wave of African dust sweeping across parts of Greece disrupted flights and darkened skies Wednesday, as authorities warned the same system is expected to reach Cyprus in the coming days....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-backs-plan-for-migrant-deportation-centers-outside-bloc
The European Union has moved a step closer to creating migrant deportation centers outside its borders, following a controversial vote in the European Parliament that highlights Europe’s increasingly stricter approach to irregular migration....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cablenet-powers-up-giga-internet-5g-unlimited-and-hbo-signal-a-new-era-for-cyprus-connectivity
Cablenet Communication Systems PLC has recently announced its financial results for the year ended 31 December 2025, reporting revenue of €69.7 million....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/british-stormer-air-defense-systems-arrive-in-cyprus
The United Kingdom has reinforced its air defense presence in Cyprus with the arrival of Stormer air defense vehicles, according to an announcement from the Ministry of Defence. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hms-dragon-arrives-in-cyprus-after-two-week-journey-from-portsmouth
A British naval destroyer, HMS Dragon, has arrived in Cyprus after a journey of nearly two weeks from Portsmouth, where it departed on March 10. The deployment is intended to reinforce air defense capabilities at the UK’s bases on the island....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/lebanon-s-war-displaces-over-one-million-raising-fears-of-a-new-migration-wave
More than one million people have been displaced in Lebanon since the latest war between Israel and Hezbollah erupted on March 2, the Lebanese government reported Tuesday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/discover-the-healthier-side-of-larnaca-at-smoothie-factory-kitchen
Larnaca has always loved brunch, but for years, brunch here meant something predictable: toast, omelettes, maybe a pastry on the side. Lately, though, the city has been craving something lighter, more intentional. A brunch that feels as good at 4pm as it does at 10am....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/burned-russian-lng-tanker-drifts-toward-malta-after-mediterranean-explosions
A heavily damaged Russian liquefied natural gas tanker has been drifting in the Mediterranean and is approaching waters near Malta, raising environmental and security concerns among regional authorities....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/facing-the-harsh-reality-of-the-foot-and-mouth-crisis
The arrival of European Commissioner for Health and Animal Welfare Oliver Várhelyi in Cyprus brought a decisive end to livestock farmers’ request that animals not infected with foot and mouth disease be spared on farms where cases have been detected....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-moves-to-protect-tourism-as-government-counters-travel-advisories
Tourism stakeholders in Cyprus will need to work hard in the coming months to prevent serious damage to the sector, which contributes more than 7 percent to the country’s GDP. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-steps-up-deportations-resulting-from-irregular-migration
The Cypriot government says it is doubling down on immigration enforcement, pointing to fewer arrivals and a growing number of deportations as signs that its tougher approach is beginning to work, a policy shift that is likely to reignite debate over how the island handles migration....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/macron-mitsotakis-arrive-in-cyprus-for-urgent-talks-on-iran-war
French President Emmanuel Macron and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis arrived in Cyprus on Monday for a high-profile trilateral meeting with Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/more-flights-canceled-as-dozens-of-arrivals-and-departures-scrapped
Travel plans were disrupted Friday at Larnaca International Airport, where dozens of flights were canceled, leaving passengers scrambling for alternatives....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/first-repatriation-flight-from-dubai-underway-as-cyprus-begins-evacuation-effort
Cyprus launched its first repatriation effort from the Gulf on Wednesday, with a flight from Dubai expected to bring home 180 people as regional tensions continue to disrupt travel and leave citizens stranded abroad....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-frigates-arrive-in-cyprus-as-athens-boosts-defensive-support
Two Greek naval frigates arrived in Cyprus on Wednesday morning, completing Athens’ announced military support to the island as regional tensions continue to escalate....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/more-flights-grounded-at-larnaca-airport-passengers-face-ongoing-disruptions
Flight disruptions continued at Larnaca Airport on Wednesday, with dozens of arrivals and departures canceled as airlines adjust schedules amid the ongoing situation in the Middle East....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/drone-linked-fire-erupts-near-u-s-consulate-in-dubai-video
Dubai authorities have confirmed that a fire resulting from a drone-related incident near the United States Consulate in Dubai has been successfully contained....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/larnaca-airport-sees-dozens-of-flight-cancellations
Flight disruptions continued Tuesday at Larnaca Airport as escalating tensions in the Middle East forced airlines to cancel dozens of arrivals and departures, adding further uncertainty for travelers heading to and from Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/wave-of-iranian-travelers-enters-turkey
Large numbers of Iranian nationals crossed into Turkey on Monday afternoon, according to a Reuters witness, as the conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran intensified. Several arrivals described growing anxiety in Iran’s capital and long lines forming at fuel stations....
