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1. Over 1,100 Syrian minors leave Cyprus under voluntary repatriation program

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/over-1-100-syrian-minors-leave-cyprus-under-voluntary-repatriation-program

Since December 2024, a total of 1,127 Syrian children and teenagers, aged 4 to 18, have left Cyprus as part of voluntary repatriation programs run by the Deputy Ministry of Immigration and International Protection, according to CNA....

2. Cyprus Intelligence officer transferred following threat complaint

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-intelligence-officer-transferred-following-threat-complaint

A female officer of the Cyprus Intelligence Service (CIS) has been transferred to the Aliens and Immigration Department after Nikolette Andreou-Tsikkini filed a complaint alleging she received threats from the officer....

3. From 3,000 to 250: Migrant numbers drop at Pournara Center

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/from-3-000-to-250-migrant-numbers-drop-at-pournara-center

All available data indicate that the government’s migration policies are producing results, Deputy Minister of Migration Nicholas Ioannides said....

4. Young man reports his own weeklong kidnapping

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/young-man-reports-his-own-weeklong-kidnapping

Police have arrested four men in connection with a reported kidnapping, assault, threats, and extortion case dating to 13 August....

5. Arrests made for illegal employment at construction site with fines totaling €41,050

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/arrests-made-for-illegal-employment-at-construction-site-with-fines-totaling-€41-050

Authorities continued their crackdown on illegal employment, undeclared work, and unauthorized labor with a coordinated inspection at a construction site in Larnaca on Tuesday morning....

6. Cyprus deports Syrians after Limassol street fight

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-deports-syrians-after-limassol-street-fight

A group of Syrians involved in a violent clash last week in Limassol’s Zakaki area have been deported from Cyprus, officials said Friday, in a move they say reflects the government’s “strict” approach to immigration and public order....

7. Greek Cypriot crossings to the occupied north drop after arrests

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-cypriot-crossings-to-the-occupied-north-drop-after-arrests

Fewer Greek Cypriots are crossing into the Turkish-occupied north following last month’s controversial arrests of five Greek Cypriots by the occupation authorities....

8. Want to visit the U.S.? You might have to pay a $15,000 deposit first

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/want-to-visit-the-u-s-you-might-have-to-pay-a-$15-000-deposit-first

Planning a vacation or business trip to the U.S.? You might want to check your bank account first....

9. Five convicted over massive fake marriage scam

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/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....

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

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/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....

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. Victory or vanity? Reflections on New York and the Cyprus talks

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/victory-or-vanity-reflections-on-new-york-and-the-cyprus-talks

We Have Triumphed! That’s how I feel after New York. Some ingrates will sneer, “a mountain labored and gave birth to a mouse."...

13. 332 third-country nationals repatriated from Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/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....

14. Welcome to Larnaca International, please queue responsibly

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/welcome-to-larnaca-international-please-queue-responsibly

If your summer holiday didn’t quite deliver the thrill of an adventure, Larnaca Airport on Friday, July 11, made sure your return trip did....

15. 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....

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

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/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....

17. Migrants found with hands and feet bound in Mediterranean sea

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/migrants-found-with-hands-and-feet-bound-in-mediterranean-sea

Spanish police have launched a homicide investigation after several bodies were found floating in the Mediterranean Sea with their hands and feet bound, sparking fears that migrants may have been killed and thrown overboard during a perilous crossing from North Africa....

18. 11 arrested in Limassol raid targeting illegal workers

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/11-arrested-in-limassol-raid-targeting-illegal-workers

Eleven people were arrested Sunday during a coordinated police operation in central Limassol aimed at cracking down on illegal employment and other violations, authorities said....

19. I grew up in L.A., and yes, immigrants built it

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/i-grew-up-in-l-a-and-yes-immigrants-built-it

I’m sure by now you’ve seen the pictures and videos coming out of Los Angeles. The protests, the police, the chaos. If you’re not from there, it might look like something out of a movie....

20. New U.S. travel ban to block visitors from nearly 20 countries

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-u-s-travel-ban-to-block-visitors-from-nearly-20-countries

In a move that echoes one of the most controversial policies of his presidency, former U.S. President Donald Trump has signed a new travel proclamation that blocks or restricts entry into the United States from nearly 20 countries....

21. EY announces the appointment of 4 new partners in Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ey-announces-the-appointment-of-4-new-partners-in-cyprus

EY Cyprus is pleased to announce that its leadership team has been strengthened with the addition of four new partners:...

22. 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....

23. Kangaroo killing case: Three arraigned, two more still wanted

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/kangaroo-killing-case-three-arraigned-two-more-still-wanted

Three people were arraigned on Friday before the Famagusta District Court in connection with the disturbing case of a kangaroo being butchered in an apartment parking lot....

24. An American Pope but not Trump's

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/an-american-pope-but-not-trump-s

When I heard the news that the new pope was American, I was stunned....

25. Will fans be safe, and welcome, in the U.S. in 2026?

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/will-fans-be-safe-and-welcome-in-the-u-s-in-2026

What was supposed to be a routine update on the 2026 FIFA World Cup took a sharp turn after U.S. Vice President JD Vance cracked a ''joke'' that many say felt more like a threat, especially to the millions of foreign tourists expected to travel to the U.S. for the tournament....

26. 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....

27. 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....

28. Till fraud do us part: Woman wanted in sham marriage cases extradited to Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/till-fraud-do-us-part-woman-wanted-in-sham-marriage-cases-extradited-to-cyprus

A woman wanted in connection with a series of sham marriages linked to human trafficking was extradited from the United Kingdom to Cyprus early Tuesday, authorities said....

29. Five arrested in Nicosia after inspections lead to arrests for immigration, labor violations (VIDEO)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/five-arrested-in-nicosia-after-inspections-lead-to-arrests-for-immigration-labor-violations-video

Police and other authorities carried out coordinated inspections Tuesday in the walled city of Nicosia, targeting shops and small businesses as part of an ongoing effort to improve public safety in the area....

30. German teen backpackers deported from Hawaii over hotel mix-up

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/german-teen-backpackers-deported-from-hawaii-over-hotel-mix-up

What was meant to be a sun-soaked five-week stopover in Hawaii turned into a harrowing ordeal for two German teenagers, who were arrested, detained, and ultimately deported—because they didn’t have a hotel booking....

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