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1. ‘Fifty-two years is long, but not long enough to give up’

Fifty-two years may have passed since Turkish forces launched the second phase of the 1974 invasion, but the passage of time has not weakened Cyprus’ demand for reunification, the Presidency said Friday....

2. Cyprus aims for Schengen entry without resolving national issue

The Christodoulides administration has charted a new course by pursuing full Schengen membership regardless of whether the Cyprus problem is resolved, marking a break from previous governments....

3. August 14: The date Cyprus cannot forget

For much of the world, Aug. 14 is simply another summer day. In Cyprus, it arrives carrying three different memories, war, a killing witnessed by an entire island, and an aviation disaster that claimed 121 lives....

4. Therapists demand clarity over occupational therapy’s place in GeSY

From helping stroke survivors regain independence to supporting children with disabilities and older people struggling with everyday tasks, occupational therapy can be an important part of recovery and long-term care. ...

5. Ankara tells EU: End Turkish Cypriot isolation before seeking a role in Cyprus talks

Turkey is sending the message to Brussels that there is only one role the European Union could play in the Cyprus issue, according to information obtained by “K”: implementing the EU conclusions of April 2004, which stated that “the Council is determined to put an end to the isolation of the Turkish Cypriot community...”...

6. Cyprus is hiring, but hundreds of jobs are going unfilled

Demand for workers in restaurants, tourism and retail increased during the first five months of this year. According to data obtained by “K” from the Public Employment Service (PES), there has been particularly strong demand for waiters and shop assistants since the beginning of the year....

7. Workplace accident rate in Cyprus falls for eighth straight year

Cyprus recorded another year of improvement in workplace safety in 2025, with the rate of reported occupational accidents falling for the eighth consecutive year, according to the Labour Inspection Department of the Ministry of Labour and Social Insurance....

8. Guterres has opened the door, but who really holds the key?

The secretary-general of the United Nations, Antonio Guterres, visited Cyprus this week, with the aim of securing a minimum of consensus for a meeting between the different sides before his term expires at the end of the year. It seems that he succeeded....

9. Guterres in Cyprus: A week of meetings, expectations and cautious optimism begins

The United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres arrives in Cyprus tonight for a visit that both sides hope can help move the Cyprus issue forward, although officials are keeping expectations realistic....

10. ''The beach is for everyone'': Caravans removed from Larnaca coast

A stretch of Larnaca coastline that had become the center of complaints over illegally placed caravans and structures was cleared early Tuesday morning after authorities moved in with police assistance to remove the unauthorized setups....

11. Cyprus’ path to Schengen: Implications for employers

12. UK Cypriots demonstrate outside London embassy on invasion anniversary

Members of the British Cypriot community assembled outside the Turkish embassy in London on Friday for a demonstration organized by the Famagusta Association of Great Britain. ...

13. Cyprus wants Schengen in 18 months, is that realistic?

Joining the Schengen Area would do more than end border checks for Cypriot citizens traveling within Europe. It would place Cyprus among what is often described as the EU’s ''inner core,'' the group of countries that belong both to the European free-travel zone and the euro area....

14. Government plans crackdown on public sector sick leave abuse

The government is preparing changes to the rules on sick leave across the public sector, saying the goal is to tackle abuse while protecting the system for employees who genuinely need time off because of illness....

15. Netanyahu opposes F-35 sale to Turkey and points to Cyprus occupation

The geopolitical landscape of the Eastern Mediterranean faces a potential shift following reports that US President Donald Trump is reconsidering a ban on selling F-35 fighter jets to Turkey. ...

16. Greek village honors Cyprus heroes Isaak and Solomou 30 years later

Thirty years after the deaths of Tasos Isaak and Solomos Solomou, a Greek village with a symbolic connection to Cyprus has honored their memory by naming a public square after the two Cypriots. ...

17. Cyprus secures EU technical approval for Schengen

The Republic of Cyprus is on track to join the Schengen area, according to an EU technical evaluation presented to the competent Schengen Committee on June 26. Sources close to the matter indicate that the EU gave Cyprus a positive evaluation, describing it as technically ready for full participation in the Schengen area. ...

18. European Parliament formally recognises women as victims of the 1974 Turkish invasion of Cyprus

The European Parliament has formally recognised the women and girls of Cyprus as victims of crimes committed during the 1974 Turkish invasion, marking the first time this aspect of the conflict has received official recognition at European Union level....

19. Health officials warn of higher Legionella risk during summer heat

The Department of Labour Inspection has called for stricter monitoring and maintenance of water systems as high summer temperatures increase the likelihood of Legionella bacteria developing in certain installations....

20. European Parliament backs Cyprus with fresh report on Turkey and reunification

Just three weeks after its report on Turkey sent a strong message on the framework for resolving the Cyprus issue and rejected Ankara's "two-state" narrative, the European Parliament has adopted another report that reinforces Nicosia's positions....

21. Landmark pension reform eyes January 2027 rollout with hikes up to 55%

A major overhaul of the Cypriot pension system is moving into its final legislative phases, promising tiered increases for all retirees when it takes effect on January 1, 2027....

22. ''Mafia State'' report names names, Cyprus corruption debate returns to the top

In Cyprus, historically, unlike many other countries, there has never been a conviction for corruption involving a sitting or former President of the Republic....

23. Cyprus delivers results-focused EU presidency, says Christodoulides

President of the Republic Nikos Christodoulides presented an assessment of Cyprus’ Presidency of the Council of the European Union following the conclusion of the final European Council meeting held during Cyprus’ six-month term. He described it as “a mission that we carried out with genuine dedication, intensive work, steady progress and tangible results.”...

24. AI reshapes global labour market into two distinct paths, rewarding human skills: PwC 2026 AI Jobs Barometer

According to PwC’s 2026 AI Jobs Barometer, AI is rapidly reshaping the skills employers want most from workers – increasing the emphasis on human skills such as judgement, creativity and leadership – as companies most able to use AI continue to expand hiring faster than their peers....

25. Companies fined €55,000 after fatal workplace accident in Paphos

Three companies and three individuals have been convicted by the Paphos District Court following a fatal construction-site accident that led to a worker's death....

26. Cyprus Presidency secures opening of first EU accession chapters for Ukraine

Ukraine has reached a significant stage in its bid to join the European Union after the opening of the first cluster of accession negotiation chapters during the 2nd EU-Ukraine Intergovernmental Conference in Luxembourg....

27. Women make up majority of science and technology workforce in Cyprus

Women accounted for more than half of all science and technology workers in Cyprus in 2025, according to figures released by Eurostat....

28. From Crisis Response to Crisis Prevention: The Role of Recovery Planning

The strongest recovery plans are not designed for the moment a crisis begins, but to prevent it from escalating in the first place. In a period marked by heightened financial volatility, regional geopolitical uncertainty, and continuously evolving regulatory expectations, the need for early preparedness and meaningful resilience is more relevant than ever. For banks, this is where Recovery Planning plays a central role....

29. 15 Years

President Christodoulides announced that he will seek a collective European response to the new legislation Tayyip Erdogan is preparing, legislation designed to permanently lock in all of Turkey’s claims in the Eastern Mediterranean. They also extend into Cyprus’ maritime zone, off the coast of Akamas....

30. UN criticizes Cyprus over treatment of Turkish Cypriots

A United Nations anti-racism committee has issued a series of sharp recommendations and criticisms toward Cyprus, expressing concern over what it described as obstacles faced by Turkish Cypriots in accessing equal rights compared to Greek Cypriots....