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1. Undocumented workers discovered at Paphos construction site

Five individuals and their employer are facing charges for illegal employment in Paphos, according to Michael Nicolaou, Assistant Police Director of Operations in Paphos....

2. Less talk, more action

3. Government emphasizes legality amid increased migration flows

Speaking at a meeting with the Interim Coordinating Council of the Limassol District Local Administration Organization, Interior Minister Konstantinos......

4. Cyprus on alert as 500 migrants intercepted

Authorities in Cyprus are keeping a close eye on the situation after intercepting five boats carrying about 500 migrants from Lebanon. To tackle the influx, Cypriot patrols have been stepped up in the waters bordering Lebanon. ...

5. EU leaders strategize on Middle East issues and Turkey relations

President of the Republic Nikos Christodoulides will pay an official visit to Lebanon together with President of the European Commission......

6. Migration tops Cypriot concerns in EU election prep

In less than two months, Cyprus gears up for not only local elections but also European Parliament elections, with a Eurobarometer survey revealing key concerns and priorities among Cypriot voters....

7. EU allows extension of asylum review amid surge

The member states of the European Union can extend the examination of asylum applications for nine months in case of large arrivals, a spokesperson for the European Commission said in a written statement on Tuesday, responding to questions after the Cypriot government announced a related decision over the weekend....

8. University seminar explores identity dynamics in occupied Cyprus

In an upcoming seminar scheduled for May 23, 2024, at Göteborgs universitet......

9. The hidden lives of migrants in Cyprus

Behind closed doors lies a hidden reality in Cyprus, where neglected homes become sanctuaries for new occupants, often foreigners seeking refuge from economic hardships....

10. Second boat arrives at Larnaca port with 73 migrants

Another boat carrying 73 people, all from Syria, was brought to Larnaca port yesterday evening....

11. Authorities respond to new migrant arrival off Cyprus coast

Authorities were once again mobilized Monday afternoon (15/04) following the arrival of new migrants....

12. Cyprus implements ''Plan B'' to curb surge in Syrian refugees

Cyprus has taken decisive action to manage the increasing flow of Syrian refugees seeking asylum, according to reliable sources. ...

13. We are all responsible

Eleven people crammed into one apartment, each paying between 150 to 200 euros in rent, all to live stacked together in appalling conditions. ...

14. Cyprus suspends asylum applications from Syrian migrants

The Republic of Cyprus has decided to halt the processing of all asylum applications from Syrian migrants, citing provisions within European frameworks for handling increased and emergency migration flows....

15. Foreign Minister: Syria's situation key to migrant crisis

In an exclusive interview with Kathimerini's Yiannis Ioannou, Cyprus Minister of Foreign Affairs Constantinos Kombos discussed the humanitarian and political challenges surrounding the migrant crisis in Cyprus, shedding light on several critical issues:...

16. Cyprus tackles mounting challenges in Syrian migrant crisis

As Syrian President Bashar al-Assad signals openness to the return of Syrian refugees, Nicosia remains cautious in its approach, refraining from engagement with the Damascus regime. ...

17. Cyprus suspends asylum for Syrian nationals

President Christodoulidis announced on Saturday evening a suspension of the examination of asylum applications for individuals of Syrian origin, citing the recent influx of Syrian political asylum seekers arriving in Cyprus....

18. President calls emergency National Security Council meeting

President Nicos Christodoulides has called for an emergency meeting of Cyprus's National Security Council (NSC) to address recent migration flows and regional developments....

19. European Ministers support Cyprus' migration initiative on Syria

Danish Immigration Minister Kaare Dybvad Bek and Czech Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister Vít Rakušan have expressed support for the proposal by Cyprus Interior Minister Konstantinos Ioannou ...

20. EU's new migration pact gains Cyprus approval

The new Migration and Asylum Pact, the European Parliament approved on Wednesday, is ''an important step'' Cyprus’ Interior Ministry says in a statement, released on Thursday....

21. Cyprus President to join EU leaders in Vienna for high-stakes dinner

President of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, is going to Vienna on Friday, where he will participate in a working dinner with a group of leaders......

22. EU's passage of migration pact shrouded in controversy

A ''Historic'' moment for Europe, as the Migration and Asylum Pact was approved by the plenary session of the European Parliament a few hours ago....

23. Minister advocates stricter asylum criteria for Syrians

Minister of the Interior Konstantinos Ioannou is set to have bilateral contacts in Denmark, the Czech Republic and Greece on the 10th, 11th and 12th of April......

24. Greece introduces ''talent and tech visas'' for non-EU citizens

Greece is about to introduce more formal incentives for attracting non-European Union citizens, this time based on their talent and expertise, as a means of boosting the country’s supply of skilled staff, which is seriously lagging demand in the high-tech sectors....

25. Cyprus President returns from Lebanon with promises fulfilled

President Nikos Christodoulides' whirlwind journey to Beirut has drawn to a close, yet the true test of its impact lies on the horizon, amidst the waves. ...

26. Cyprus urges EU support for Lebanon amid migration challenges

The Cypriot government is pleading with the European Union (EU) for financial support for Lebanon to bolster its border management efforts, according to a report by our Brussels correspondent, George Kakouris. ...

27. Cyprus faces migration crisis amid infrastructure strain

Cyprus is facing a mounting migration crisis as data obtained by K on Thursday reveals a surge in illegal immigrant arrivals, straining the government's resources and raising concerns about a humanitarian emergency....

28. Cyprus News Digest - From river beautification to billionaires' bargains

It's been a while since we heard about inaugurations from our president, so this one deserves special mention: ...

29. Christodoulides and Von der Leyen strategize on Cyprus migration crisis

In a cordial atmosphere, the meeting between President Nikos Christodoulides of the Republic of Cyprus and President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen took place today, Sunday, April 7, in Athens....

30. Cyprus President engages Lebanon over migrant surge

President of the Republic of Cyprus Nikos Christodoulides departs for Lebanon on Monday for meetings with the country's leadership on the increased flow of irregular Syrian migrants from the country to Cyprus. ...