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391. Malaria’s shadow lingers as Greece faces imported case threat

Malaria, eradicated in Greece since 1974, remains eliminated despite annual imported cases, the National Public Health Organization (EODY) reported....

392. Five convicted over massive fake marriage scam

Five foreign nationals were found guilty Monday by the Larnaca Criminal Court for their role in an international sham marriage ring that helped dozens of non-EU nationals gain illegal entry and residency in Cyprus....

393. Lidl Cyprus highlights its commitment to local quality through a signature GALPO culinary experience

Through a creative cooking seminar that was materialised at the Lidl Food Academy in Nicosia, media representatives and Influencers had the opportunity to experience firsthand the delicious quality and authentic origin of GALPO products, Lidl Cyprus' private label....

394. ''Too little, too late,'' says woman whose son died from faulty Takata airbag

The mother of 24-year-old Kyriakos Oksinos, who was killed by a defective Takata airbag, has launched a scathing attack on Cyprus Transport Minister Alexis Vafeades, accusing him of inaction and failure to protect the public....

395. Irregular arrivals to Cyprus drop 86% as migrant returns triple, Deputy Minister says

Irregular migrant arrivals to the Republic of Cyprus have plummeted by 86% over the past three years, while returns have nearly tripled, Deputy Minister of Migration and International Protection Nikolas Ioannidis said Friday....

396. EU Commission targets Cyprus and others countries in broad legal crackdown

The European Commission has initiated legal proceedings against several EU member states, including Cyprus, for failing to comply with a range of obligations under European Union law....

397. 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....

398. July Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd – 11/07/2025

A new issue is out from the newsletter by K. Treppides & Co Ltd, a leader in financial advisory and consulting services with offices in three countries....

399. Measles surges in Europe and the U.S., is Cyprus Next?

A disease that many thought was gone for good is making an alarming return. Measles, a highly contagious virus once considered nearly eradicated in developed countries, is back with a vengeance in both the United States and Europe....

400. Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit 2025: Beyond AI

401. 332 third-country nationals repatriated from Cyprus

Authorities repatriated 332 third-country nationals who were living illegally in Cyprus between July 7 and 13, police said Monday....

402. Greece sees first trans woman lead political party

Electra Rome Dochtshi has made history as the first transgender woman to lead a legally recognized political party in Greece. ...

403. 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....

404. PwC Cyprus: Celebrating international investment and the momentum it brings at the 13th Invest Cyprus International Investment Awards

The 13th Invest Cyprus International Investment Awards were held on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, reaffirming Cyprus’ position as a regional hub for international business and recognising distinguished foreign investors who continue to place their trust in the country....

405. Study links common antibiotic during pregnancy to increased birth defect risk

A commonly prescribed antibiotic for urinary tract infections (UTIs) in pregnant women may raise the likelihood of serious birth defects, according to new research by American scientists....

406. Cyprus taps U.S. and EU defense funds to strengthen military

Cyprus is taking steps to strengthen its military capabilities with help from both the European Union and the United States, government officials announced on Wednesday, marking another sign of deepening strategic ties between Nicosia and Washington....

407. Guilfoyle vows to champion Cyprus, Greece, and Israel in U.S. foreign policy

Kimberly Guilfoyle, nominee for a seat on the influential U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee, pledged during her confirmation hearing to prioritize strong American alliances with Cyprus, Greece, and Israel, calling the Eastern Mediterranean region vital to U.S. national security....

408. Wizz Air is back in Israel - Flights to Tel Aviv take off on 8 August

409. Lebanese President makes one-day visit to Cyprus for bilateral talks

President Nikos Christodoulides welcomed Lebanese President Joseph Aoun to Cyprus on Wednesday for a one-day official visit, marking a renewed commitment to strengthening ties between the two neighboring countries....

410. Rotterdam Port prepares to host NATO forces in case of conflict with Russia

Europe’s largest port is quietly preparing for a future that may include war....

411. Doors open for global talent as Cyprus rolls out EU Blue Card

Starting Monday, July 7, non-EU professionals looking to live and work in Cyprus can officially apply for the EU Blue Card, a special residence and work permit for highly skilled workers....

412. Cyprus pressured to pay for stalled power cable project

Cyprus is under growing pressure from both Greece and Brussels to commit funds to the delayed Cyprus-Crete electricity cable project, despite serious concerns over its viability and geopolitical risks in the region....

413. Cyprus is being bought, and the state doesn’t seem to know or care

About a year ago, I met with the top state official responsible for land and property issues in Cyprus. I won’t name names. My intention isn’t to target anyone personally, but I will say this: I spoke to the person who should know the most about the growing number of real estate acquisitions by non-EU nationals....

414. June Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd – 27/06/2025

A new issue is out from the newsletter by K. Treppides & Co Ltd, a leader in financial advisory and consulting services with offices in three countries....

415. A Mediterranean University for a shared future

In a world increasingly defined by fragmentation and crisis, education remains by far the most powerful tool to connect people. ...

416. EU pressures Cyprus over stalled power cable project

The European Commission is stepping up pressure on Cyprus to approve cost recovery measures for the stalled Great Sea Interconnector (GSI) electricity cable, amid mounting tensions between Nicosia and Athens over the ambitious but delayed project....

417. New EV grants open, but you’ve only got until October

Cyprus is rolling out a new €2.5 million electric vehicle subsidy scheme, but only 260 spots are up for grabs, and buyers will need to move fast....

418. Cyprus e-mobility grant scheme faces criticism as initial funding runs out

The recently launched e-mobility grant scheme in Cyprus has drawn criticism from the Association of Importers of Motor & Electric Vehicles (SEMHIO), which expressed serious concerns about the plan’s limited budget and structural shortcomings....

419. Israel secretly moved planes to Cyprus and Greece before Iran bombing

In the hours leading up to a major Israeli military strike, dozens of Israeli aircraft were quietly moved out of harm’s way, and into Cyprus and Greece, without those host countries being fully aware of the plan’s purpose, according to Israeli media reports....

420. Ireland first to ban goods from Israeli settlements

Ireland is making history as the first European country to introduce a law banning the import of goods from Israeli settlements in the occupied Palestinian territories, a move that could send ripples across the EU and beyond....