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1. Turkish commentator threatens to ''take'' Cyprus if tensions with Israel escalate

A Turkish commentator has put Cyprus in the spotlight, claiming the island could be taken by Ankara if a conflict with Israel and the United States breaks out....

2. 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....

3. Politics Blog: $200 oil, camels, and political drama

Iran warns us to brace for $200-a-barrel oil. ''Let those who pay in dollars worry,'' a friend said, with as much understanding of the global economy as Fidias himself. Joking aside, we should be the ones stressing. ...

4. Cyprus brings in international PR team to rebuild tourism confidence

The government and tourism stakeholders are joining forces in a coordinated effort to safeguard Cyprus’ international image, stressing that the country remains safe and that daily life continues under normal conditions....

5. Thursday forecast: A very strong attitude and a side of Sahara

If you thought the wind was done with its morning workout, think again. While we’re still technically under weak high pressure, the atmosphere is currently acting like it’s had one too many espressos....

6. ''If you know, you know'': Lidl Cyprus' new 360° campaign highlights non-negotiable quality through its consumers’ eyes

What does real food quality mean today? For Lidl Cyprus, the answer lies in the knowledge, trust and confidence that consumers feel every time they choose products for their dinner table. ...

7. UK deploys second naval ship to the Eastern Mediterranean

Britain is stepping up its military presence in the Eastern Mediterranean, preparing to send a second Royal Navy vessel to the region as tensions in the Middle East continue to rise and concerns grow over the safety of British nationals abroad....

8. Shipping costs surge as Iran war sparks new global price shock

The war in Iran and the broader geopolitical turmoil it has triggered are fueling a new and sharp surge in global shipping costs. ...

9. Iran crisis triggers 10 growing concerns for the EU

The consequences of the joint U.S.–Israel attack on Iran are causing growing concern among the EU’s 27 member states, as sources tell Kathimerini that the European External Action Service’s Crisis Response and Information Centre believes Tehran is pursuing a strategy aimed at “creating chaos,” carrying out indiscriminate strikes across several countries in the region, with Cyprus among those affected....

10. Mouflon protection sites in Platania and Stavros tis Psokas closed as precaution against foot-and-mouth disease

The Department of Forests has announced the temporary closure of public mouflon protection and observation facilities at Platania and Stavros tis Psokas as a precautionary measure aimed at protecting wildlife....

11. 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. ...

12. BOC eyes strategic acquisitions in insurance, asset management and fintech

Bank of Cyprus says it is keeping a close watch for potential acquisitions that could add value to the group, focusing on three main areas: insurance, asset management and fintech....

13. Panic buying hit supermarkets last Monday as Middle East tensions rose

Panic buying swept through Cyprus’ retail market at the start of the week, as anxious consumers rushed to supermarkets amid growing tensions in the Middle East and reports of attacks near the British bases at RAF Akrotiri....

14. Dozens of flights continue to be canceled in Cyprus

Flights between Cyprus and several Middle Eastern countries were thrown into chaos Monday, with 38 flights canceled at Larnaca International Airport as tensions across the region continue to disrupt air travel....

15. Pets prohibited in Cyprus Civil Defence shelters

Cyprus Civil Defence officials have confirmed that pets are not allowed inside public emergency shelters, a rule introduced because of safety and capacity concerns....

16. European military response to defend Cyprus shows EU security autonomy

The European Union’s ability to act quickly to protect one of its member states was demonstrated by the recent deployment of military forces to Cyprus, European Council President António Costa said on Friday evening....

17. Police issue 121 traffic citations in overnight nationwide enforcement operation

Police across Cyprus carried out a large coordinated enforcement operation overnight, resulting in 121 traffic violation reports as authorities intensified efforts to maintain public order and prevent serious criminal activity....

18. UK bolsters Cyprus bases with warship and anti-drone helicopters

Britain is strengthening the defence of its military bases in Cyprus with new naval and air deployments, including armed helicopters and a Royal Navy destroyer, as tensions rise across the Middle East....

19. Strait of Hormuz crisis leaves 35,000 sailors and cruise passengers stranded in Gulf

About 20,000 merchant sailors and roughly 15,000 cruise passengers are currently unable to leave the Arabian Gulf as tensions between the United States and Iran threaten maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, according to the United Nations’ shipping agency....

20. Parliament bans age discrimination in vehicle insurance

Cyprus’ House of Representatives has approved new legislation aimed at preventing insurance companies from refusing vehicle coverage solely on the basis of a driver’s age. ...

21. Drone that struck Akrotiri base launched from Beirut, Cypriot official says

A senior Cypriot government official says the drone that struck the British airbase at RAF Akrotiri earlier this week appears to have been launched from Beirut, raising fresh concerns about Cyprus being pulled closer into the widening conflict in the Middle East....

22. Cypriots packing emergency backpacks

It took a little more than 24 hours for the flames of war that Israel and the US ignited in the Middle East to reach Cyprus. Before midnight on Sunday, when the British Air Force base in Akrotiri was hit by a drone, any talk of war shelters, ...

23. When will the war end

The all-powerful United States is acting without being constrained by the even limited and sometimes perfunctory scruples of the past. It did so last October in Venezuela. It is doing so now in the Middle East....

24. Nineteen Cyprus-flagged vessels currently operating in Persian Gulf

Cyprus’ Deputy Ministry of Shipping has confirmed that 19 Cyprus-flagged vessels are currently operating in the Persian Gulf and that no safety issues have been reported involving either the ships or their crews....

25. Cyprus ramps up culling  as authorities race to contain foot-and-mouth outbreak

Authorities are intensifying efforts to contain the outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease affecting livestock units in the Larnaca district, with thousands of animals either already culled or scheduled for destruction in the coming days....

26. Purdue partners with University of Nicosia-Athens to advance research collaboration and online learning in Europe

27. Lidl Cyprus: Permanent low prices on selected fresh pork meats

Lidl Cyprus is bringing a new initiative to the foreground that highlights its long-standing commitment to permanent low prices. With a clear sense of its social responsibility and a deep understanding of the needs of Cypriot households,...

28. Elite Greek fighter jets arrive in Cyprus to bolster air defenses

Athens has deployed some of the most advanced fighter aircraft of the Hellenic Air Force to Cyprus in a move aimed at reinforcing the air defense umbrella of the Republic of Cyprus....

29. Khamenei’s wife succumbs to injuries days after military strikes

Iranian media reported Monday that the wife of Iran’s late Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has died after being critically injured during recent US–Israeli strikes....

30. Cyprus businesses on alert due to Middle East conflict

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is causing concern among Cyprus’ business community, prompting local organizations to emphasize caution, careful monitoring, and readiness to respond to any disruptions....