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811. UK strongly supports Cyprus talks resumption

812. UN seek clarification on humanitarian aid 'tax'

The decision to impose taxes was taken by the authorities last October and condemned by the Cyprus government...

813. 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...

814. 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. ...

815. US doesn't expect any problems with Turkey

She stressed that the best way to work out how to share resources would be to have a Cyprus settlement...

816. Turkish Cypriots vow to launch gas search unless Nicosia pulls back

Greek Cypriots have repeatedly said a peace deal would allow both communities to benefit from any offshore resources...

817. Seven Cypriots named in Forbes' Billionaire list

Foreign businessmen are among the Cypriots listed on Forbes’ Billionaire list in 2018, with all seven of them totalling €17.6 billion in combined net worth despite none of them residing on the island. ...

818. Religious leaders condemn all forms of violence against women and girls 

Violence undermines women’s dignity and integrity and has devastating effects on the lives of women and girls...

819. US recognises Cyprus’ right to search for energy

America discourages any actions or rhetoric that increase tensions in the region...

820. Illegal bird trapping begins to fall

Despite a huge drop in illegal bird trapping, hailed as a big success following an unprecedented crackdown by authorities, experts warn that more work is needed to prevent poachers from upping their game once again....