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1. Cyprus presses EU to clarify mutual defense plans

President Nikos Christodoulides has called on the European Union to resume discussions on its mutual defense commitments, warning that the bloc must be prepared to respond collectively to armed aggression against any member state....

2. The fuel market paradox: Why is Paphos the most expensive?

The complexity and deep distortions of Cyprus’ fuel market become clearest when we shift our focus from the national picture to the differences between districts....

3. Denmark, Italy and Poland push EU for tougher irregular migration rules

Denmark, Italy and Poland are pressing European Union leaders to adopt a tougher approach to irregular migration, according to a draft of summit conclusions circulated before a meeting of the bloc’s 27 member states....

4. Cyprus investment firm fined €100,000 over misleading information

When an investment company promotes its services online, customers should be able to understand the offer without being misled. And if it gives investment advice, it must have permission to do so....

5. Schengen: Crossing checks at British bases will be tightened, Green Line next

One of the two major obstacles to Cyprus’ full participation in the Schengen area appears close to being removed, according to information obtained by Kathimerini, following consultations between the Foreign Ministry and the administration of the British bases....

6. Deaf people must not be left without emergency alerts, Ombudswoman says

The state must ensure that deaf and hard-of-hearing people can receive emergency warnings and contact public authorities effectively, according to a report by Ombudsman and Human Rights Commissioner Maria Stylianou-Lottides....

7. Erdogan tells UN to recognize breakaway north in occupied Cyprus

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has once again used the UN General Assembly to campaign for international recognition of the breakaway administration in the occupied north of Cyprus....

8. Government chaos over the power cable

The president’s attempt to extinguish the latest fire surrounding the Cyprus-Europe electricity link through Crete—and clarify Nicosia’s position on the project—cannot be considered a success....

9. AI researcher quits and warns the AI race is getting dangerously out of control

An artificial intelligence researcher has quit one of the world’s leading AI companies with a warning that is difficult to ignore: the race to build smarter machines is moving faster than efforts to keep them safe....

10. Leptos Estates is certified as a Great Place to Work

Leptos Estates, the Leading Property development company in Cyprus, has been certified as a Great Place to Work® following the Trust Index™ employee survey. ...

11. Long summers, short school days: Is Cyprus ready for an education shake-up?

“We have an ambitious plan, but we are fully prepared to begin evaluating teachers as soon as schools reopen,” Education, Sports and Youth Minister Athina Michaelidou said in an interview with Kathimerini....

12. Cyprus awaits its September report card, but will households feel it?

Cyprus will receive a series of important financial report cards in September, when three international rating agencies take a fresh look at the country’s economy....

13. Nikos Christodoulides: Expectation vs. result

If the President decides to run for a second term, as all signs suggest he will, he cannot go back to voters in 2028 relying on the same sense of promise that brought him to power in 2023. By 2028, he will need concrete results, measured directly against his initial campaign promises....

14. Foreign ministry internal document reveals Cyprus is tracking key EU-Turkey policy shifts

An internal document from the Foreign Ministry has put the diplomatic service on high alert. The document, obtained by Kathimerini, stresses that these eight dossiers represent core strategic goals for Ankara....

15. The housing crisis is not just about homes, it's about Cyprus’ future

The housing crisis is no longer a temporary economic difficulty. It is evolving into one of the European Union’s (EU) most significant public policy challenges, affecting social cohesion, demographic renewal, economic competitiveness, and the sustainable development of both cities and rural areas....

16. New electric vehicle subsidy scheme expected in 2027

Although electromobility continues to gain popularity among both consumers and car importers in Cyprus, the Government does not plan to announce a new subsidy scheme before the end of the year....

17. Christodoulides: “Cyprus can be our common home”

For the first time in more than 15 years, a United Nations secretary-general is preparing to visit Cyprus, and President Nikos Christodoulides used a memorial event on Monday evening to send a clear message about what he believes the next chapter of the Cyprus problem should look like....

18. Cyprus’ path to Schengen: Implications for employers

19. Why Cyprus is becoming a key player in Eastern Mediterranean security

Developments in the Eastern Mediterranean are moving quickly and are increasingly complex, with the United States sometimes taking the lead and, in other cases, following the recommendations of its partners....

20. Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou to leave Cabinet in reshuffle

Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou will be leaving her post as part of the government reshuffle expected to be announced by President Nikos Christodoulides, Deputy Government Spokesperson Yiannis Antoniou said on Thursday....

21. A €10 charge, a €23 million debate and a fight over responsibility

A new fee on garbage that could eventually affect household waste costs has turned into the latest political battleground in Cyprus, with the government and DISY trading accusations over who is responsible for the way the reform is being introduced....

22. A new safety net for Cyprus banks, or a brake on the economy?

The news that the Central Bank of Cyprus is considering activating the Systemic Risk Buffer came as a ''bombshell'' for local banks and, as expected, has divided opinion....

23. What Cyprus can learn from Lithuania’s energy independence journey

Energy resilience is not achieved through technology alone. It requires a long-term strategy that combines political will, institutional cooperation, investment and continuous risk assessment....

24. Baltic nations decouple from Russian grid to offer Cyprus an energy blueprint

Energy resilience requires more than just technological solutions. It demands a long-term strategy that brings together political will, institutional cooperation, investment, and ongoing risk assessment. ...

25. Lidl Cyprus brings ''Equality in Action''

At Lidl Cyprus, equality and inclusion are an integral part of the daily work experience. With the aim of strengthening the dialogue around issues that affect everyday life in the workplace, the company presents the new video series “Equality in Action”, following the Equal Treatment Policy that it currently implements in order to ensure an environment of respect, safety and equal opportunities for all....

26. There are plenty of jobs, but the right workers are missing

The mismatch between employers' needs and the available workforce presents a greater challenge than labor shortages in key sectors of the Cypriot economy because it negatively affects both business competitiveness and the efficient use of available workers....

27. Finance Ministry rejects staffing claims as school psychologists increase by 69%

The Ministry of Finance has dismissed reports claiming it refused a request to fund additional educational psychologists in next year's state budget, saying discussions on the Ministry of Education's 2027 spending plans are still underway....

28. 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....

29. UN chief urges Cypriot leaders to seize fading window of opportunity for peace

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has delivered a direct message to the leaders of the Greek Cypriot and Turkish Cypriot communities, warning that the current momentum toward a political settlement is fragile and cannot be taken for granted....

30. Russia orders closure of railway border crossings with three NATO neighbours

Russia has announced the temporary closure of several railway border crossings with Finland, Estonia and Latvia, halting the movement of passengers, vehicles and freight through selected checkpoints from Wednesday....