https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-to-roll-out-economic-support-measures-today
President Nikos Christodoulides is expected to announce a new package of economic support measures Thursday aimed at helping businesses and households feeling the financial ripple effects of the war in the Middle East, as rising energy costs and prices continue to weigh on the island’s economy....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/british-stormer-air-defense-systems-arrive-in-cyprus
The United Kingdom has reinforced its air defense presence in Cyprus with the arrival of Stormer air defense vehicles, according to an announcement from the Ministry of Defence. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/gesy-introduces-barcode-prescriptions-to-boost-patient-privacy
A new way of handling prescriptions within Cyprus’ General Healthcare System (GESY) is set to take effect this Friday, introducing barcode technology aimed at improving privacy for patients....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/bomb-attack-targets-limassol-restaurant-for-third-time
Limassol CID officers are continuing investigations following a bomb explosion early Tuesday morning at a restaurant owned by a well-known businessman in the Limassol Castle and Old Port area, marking the third time his property has been targeted by criminal elements....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/eu-australia-trade-deal-could-mean-cheaper-imports-and-new-export-opportunities-for-cyprus
After nearly a decade of negotiations, Australia and the European Union have struck a sweeping free trade agreement aimed at boosting growth, lowering consumer prices and strengthening economic alliances at a time of rising global uncertainty....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/€150m-controversy-hio-denies-wrongdoing-says-funds-were-never-at-risk
Cyprus’ Health Insurance Organization (HIO) is rejecting allegations of mismanagement and double payments within the national health system, insisting that the finances of the GeSY health fund remain fully protected despite reports suggesting otherwise....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/officials-take-action-to-make-akamas-national-park-safer-and-more-sustainable
Akamas National Forest Park, one of Cyprus’ most treasured natural areas, is getting a closer look from the government. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/government-prepares-energy-relief-measures-as-crisis-reaches-households
The energy crisis triggered by the war in the Middle East has now reached the doorstep of every Cypriot household. Like other European governments, Cyprus is one step away from rolling out measures aimed at tackling soaring energy costs and the wider cost-of-living squeeze....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/350-400-new-colorectal-cancer-cases-reported-annually-in-cyprus
Around 350–400 people in Cyprus are diagnosed with colorectal cancer each year, making it one of the most common cancers on the island. Health specialists warn that, despite these figures, the disease is largely preventable and highly treatable when identified early....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/surging-waters-at-xyliatos-dam-prompt-safety-warnings
The Department of Forests has announced that Xyliatos Dam overflowed on Monday following recent rainfall, creating a striking natural display that has already begun attracting visitors to the area....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/health-insurance-organization-overpaid-€150-million-in-duplicate-claims
An extraordinary case involving tens of millions of euros being drained from the HIO fund has been brought to light by “K.” At a time when middle- and low-income households are struggling with rising costs and widening inequality, which carries serious social consequences, officials within the HIO appear to have wasted vast sums of money. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/no-clear-leader-as-polls-shake-up-cyprus-election-race
Political parties are increasingly moving to the rhythm of opinion polls, both public and private, as Cyprus heads into the final two months before voters go to the ballot box....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/farmers-protest-mass-culls-of-healthy-livestock-reject-compensation
Dozens of Cypriot farmers staged a peaceful protest outside the Presidential Palace on Saturday, March 21, voicing frustration over the government’s handling of the foot-and-mouth disease outbreak....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fuel-and-heating-oil-prices-soar-in-cyprus-petrol-could-top-€2-per-liter
Daily attacks targeting the world’s fuel supply lifeline in the Arabian Gulf have triggered an energy shock whose effects are expected to outlast the fighting itself in Iran....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/unauthorized-livestock-transport-detected-violators-to-lose-compensation
Cyprus authorities have detected four cases of unauthorized livestock transport in recent days, raising concern among officials as efforts intensify to prevent the spread of foot-and-mouth disease....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-weighs-return-of-mortgage-to-rent-scheme-to-help-homeowners-avoid-foreclosure
As debate continues over changes to foreclosure laws and Parliament races to pass legislation that will reshape the framework, the Mortgage to Rent scheme has once again come into focus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/business-as-usual-for-easter-travel
Cypriots will be packing their bags this Easter season as well, even in wartime conditions, carrying a small dose of uncertainty and insecurity. This year’s Easter, which falls on April 12, finds Cypriot travelers facing a different international environment...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-israel-strike-iran-s-natanz-nuclear-site-in-major-escalation-bunker-buster-bombs-reported
A joint military operation involving the United States and Israel has struck Iran’s Natanz nuclear enrichment site, marking a significant development in the ongoing conflict....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/iranian-teen-saleh-mohammadi-among-those-executed-after-protest-related-charges
Iran has carried out its first executions connected to the recent anti-government protests, including the killing of a teenage athlete, according to state media and human rights reports....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/five-villages-with-the-same-name-one-shared-heart
Five villages across Cyprus that share the name, "Prasteio", are taking a joint step to strengthen cooperation and preserve their shared heritage....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fitness-app-slip-up-may-have-exposed-french-warship-s-position-near-cyprus
A fitness tracking app has once again come under scrutiny after publicly shared exercise data appeared to reveal the position of a major military vessel operating in the eastern Mediterranean, close to Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-bolsters-firefighting-fleet-with-black-hawk-helicopter-deal
The Ministry of Defence has finalized a leasing deal for four Black Hawk helicopters to strengthen Cyprus’ firefighting capacity ahead of the 2026 wildfire season....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/university-of-cyprus-racing-to-launch-first-english-language-undergraduate-program-in-2026
The University of Cyprus is working against the clock to offer its first English-language undergraduate program starting with the 2026 academic year. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fuel-prices-set-to-rise-again-as-war-driven-costs-mount
Another jump in fuel prices appears inevitable for Cyprus, the head of the island’s gas station association warned Thursday, as global tensions continue to push energy costs higher....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriot-flagged-ship-stranded-in-gulf
A Cypriot-flagged ship remains stranded in the Arabian Gulf as authorities in Cyprus closely monitor escalating tensions in the region, Deputy Shipping Minister Marina Hatzimanoli said Thursday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/dead-dolphin-found-on-faros-beach-prompts-investigation
The discovery of a dead dolphin washed ashore at Faros beach caused concern among morning visitors on Friday, after the animal was spotted lying along the coastline by members of the public....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-urged-to-prepare-for-economic-fallout-from-iran-tensions
Cyprus may soon start feeling the economic fallout from rising tensions involving Iran, with the country’s Fiscal Council warning that global developments could translate into higher prices and fresh pressure on households and businesses at home....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/80-year-old-caught-transporting-200-liters-of-fuel-at-checkpoint-crossing
Authorities at the Agios Dometios checkpoint intercepted an elderly driver transporting a significant quantity of fuel during routine inspections on March 19, 2026....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/livestock-vaccination-campaign-moves-to-second-phase-following-first-dose-rollout
Veterinary authorities report steady progress in efforts to contain the recent outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease, with no new cases recorded and the number of affected livestock units holding at 42....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-new-archaeological-museum-pushed-to-2029-opening
Cyprus’ long-awaited new archaeological museum is now expected to open its doors in 2029, a timeline that is already sparking both excitement and frustration as lawmakers toured the massive construction site in Nicosia on Thursday....
