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10 February, 2026
 

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1. Rockslides and fog affect motorways across Cyprus and Troodos Roads, drivers urged to stay alert

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/landslides-disrupt-major-motorways-drivers-urged-to-stay-alert

Motorists are being urged to exercise heightened caution as hazardous road conditions were reported across several parts of Cyprus on Saturday morning....

2. Caution drivers, rockfalls reported on mountain roads

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/caution-drivers-rockfalls-reported-on-mountain-roads

On Wednesday, certain mountain roads leading to Troodos, are open only to vehicles with four-wheel drive or vehicles equipped with snow chains, as snowfall and frost have made the road surface slippery....

3. Troodos wraps up Friday in snowy splendor

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/troodos-wraps-up-friday-in-snowy-splendor

As Friday comes to a close, the Troodos mountains have been transformed into a winter spectacle, with heavy snowfall covering peaks, forests, and villages in a thick blanket of white. Videos from Kitas Weather and the Department of Forests captured the gradually deepening snow, creating striking winter scenes across the area....

4. Tuesday, December 30th forecast: The penultimate countdown

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tuesday-december-30th-forecast-the-penultimate-countdown

We have officially reached the "penultimate" day of 2025, a fancy word that essentially means we are almost at the finish line, but the weather has decided to make the final stretch a bit slippery. ...

5. Heavy rains continue, flooding roads and homes across Cyprus (photos)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/heavy-rains-continue-flooding-roads-and-homes-across-cyprus-photos

Heavy rains are drenching Cyprus, bringing relief to some after weeks of concern over water levels but also creating disruptions and safety risks as the storm system Byron moves across the island....

6. Heavy rain and strong winds hit Nicosia as yellow warning remains in effect

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/heavy-rain-and-strong-winds-hit-nicosia-as-yellow-warning-remains-in-effect

Heavy rain and gusty winds are currently affecting the Nicosia district, as the Department of Meteorology’s yellow warning remains in effect. Videos from the Engomi area show downpours lashing streets and trees bending in strong winds....

7. Rain offers brief respite as Cyprus swelters in 40°C heat (VIDEOS)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/rain-offers-brief-respite-as-cyprus-swelters-in-40°c-heat

A summer storm swept across several areas of Cyprus on Sunday, bringing brief but intense rainfall even as a heat warning remained in effect for much of the island...

8. Spring goes rogue as Cyprus gets a surprise soaking (video)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/spring-goes-rogue-as-cyprus-gets-a-surprise-soaking

Sudden downpours caught many across Cyprus off guard on Wednesday, as a yellow weather warning issued by the Meteorology Department kicked into full effect....

9. Rain drenches Cyprus, Makarios Stadium now a mini lake

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/rain-drenches-cyprus-makarios-stadium-now-a-mini-lake

Well, that escalated quickly. One minute we were sweating through the dust, the next we were watching a full-blown thunderstorm take over Cyprus, and wow, did it deliver...

10. A frosty reality check: Yes, I was wrong—it was cold!

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/a-frosty-reality-check-yes-i-was-wrong—it-was-cold

Good morning, folks! It’s Monday, and if you, like me, are struggling to leave the warmth of your bed, I don’t blame you. After all, stepping outside feels like walking into a freezer—though, to be fair, not quite the deep freeze of last night....

11. Roads to Troodos open only for 4x4 vehicles or those with snow chains

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/breaking-roads-to-troodos-open-only-for-4x4-vehicles-or-those-with-snow-chains

Frost has formed in the higher Troodos mountains, and the roads leading to Troodos are open only for 4x4 vehicles or those with anti-slip chains....

12. Stormy start to the week as Christmas countdown begins

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/1-stormy-start-to-the-week-as-christmas-countdown-begins

With just two days to go until Christmas, the Met Office has issued a yellow storm warning in effect from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. today....

13. Snow blankets Troodos Mountains: Ski season is nearly here

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/snow-blankets-troodos-mountains-ski-season-is-nearly-here

The first snowfall has transformed the Troodos Mountains into a stunning winter wonderland, setting the stage for the upcoming ski season. With snow now covering the peaks, it’s just a matter of time before the slopes are ready for skiing....

14. A black day for justice in Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/a-black-day-for-justice-in-cyprus

September 18, 2024 will be marked as another Black Day for Democracy and the start of a slippery road to a new phase in the political life of Cyprus....

15. Heavy rain and storms sweep across Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/heavy-rain-and-storms-sweep-across-cyprus

Heavy rain has hit various parts of Cyprus as unstable weather conditions and weak low-pressure impact the region, according to the Meteorological Service....

16. French say 'Non!' to English at 2024 Paris Olympics

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/french-say-non-to-english-at-2024-paris-olympics

In a bold move reminiscent of a linguistic battlefield, French lawmakers have sounded the alarm against the encroachment of English in the upcoming 2024 Paris Olympics. With a resolution adopted on Thursday, the lower house of parliament fired a shot across the bow, urging all involved - from organizers to athletes and journalists - to uphold the French language....

17. Heavy rains and hail sweep across Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/heavy-rains-and-hail-sweep-across-cyprus

Cyprus is currently facing the brunt of severe weather conditions, with heavy rains and hail wreaking havoc in various regions....

18. Rain, snow, and slippery roads ahead

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/rain-snow-and-slippery-roads-ahead

Cyprus is gearing up for a weather rollercoaster this weekend as rain, snow, and slippery roads are on the horizon. ...

19. Heavy rainfall and power outages amidst thunderstorms today

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/heavy-rainfall-and-power-outages-amidst-thunderstorms-today

Heavy rainfall was observed in various areas of Cyprus on Wednesday afternoon (11/10). The Meteorological Service has issued a yellow warning for thunderstorms possibly accompanied by hail....

20. Torrential downpour hits Nicosia-Limassol highway

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/torrential-downpour-hits-nicosia-limassol-highway

On Monday afternoon (2/10), an unexpected heavy shower swept across Cyprus, with torrential rain drenching the city of Nicosia. The downpour resulted in significant water accumulation, particularly along the Nicosia-Limassol motorway, ...

21. Enchanting Troodos in a blanket of white

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/enchanting-troodos-in-a-blanket-of-white

Troodos is now covered in a blanket of white due to the recent snowfall that fell in the area. The photographs made public by the Forestry Department, which depict Troodos National Forest Park finally "dressed" in white, are telling....

22. Turkey’s map and Greece’s vindication

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/op-ed-turkey-s-map-and-greece-s-vindication

The displaying of a map showing many Greek islands, including Crete, as Turkish, by President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s nationalist ally Devlet Bahceli, is obviously a particularly provocative action that angers Greece. In the battle of public relations, however, it strengthens its position....

23. Official criticizes foolhardy drivers after river rescue

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/official-criticizes-foolhardy-drivers-after-river-rescue

The spokesperson for the Fire Department has singled out a young man who had to be rescued on Monday, criticizing his foolhardy attempt to drive through a river in Larnaca...

24. Carmel clobbers southwest after Cyprus landfall

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/carmel-clobbers-west-after-cyprus-landfall

Roads to Troodos Mountains were open to all vehicles on Sunday morning, despite severe weather alerts due to a depression affecting the island, but police say highway conditions in the west were still dangerous...

25. Cops warn drivers of slippery road surfaces

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cops-warn-drivers-of-slippery-road-surfaces

Officers on duty were seen helping a car that was stuck in sleet up in Troodos mountains over the weekend, amid reports of inclement weather and warnings over slippery conditions due to ice...

26. Flood fears ramp up as cold front nears

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/flood-fears-ramp-up-as-cold-front-nears

Inclement weather continues to affect Cyprus as weekend storms cause flash flooding conditions in parts of the island and much colder temperatures are on they way...

27. Sanctions unfeasible and ineffective

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/sanctions-unfeasible-and-ineffective

Nathalie Tocci was a close adviser to former EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Federica Mogherini, during the years when the Cyprus Problem came – according to many - closer than ever to a solution. Today, she is a close advisor to Josep Borrell and, having monitored the Cyprus Problem for many years and having played a central role in the effort to formulate a European strategy for foreign policy, she has a strong view not only on Cyprus but also on the Greek-Turkish conflict. At the same time, she takes a critical approach to the efforts exerted by Athens and Nicosia to link sanctions against Turkey with those against Belarus. ...

28. Waves of showers to persist through weekend

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/waves-of-showers-to-persist-through-weekend

Police warn motorists of fallen rock on rural mountain roads, with wet weather conditions on the island expected to persist throughout the weekend...

29. Cypriots weathering windstorm aftermath

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/locals-weathering-aftermath-of-windstorm

A wind advisory was set to expire Tuesday following several reported incidents and damages, while an east-moving low barometric pressure around Rhodes was showing signs of gradually falling by mid-week...

30. Cars trapped during Troodos snowstorm

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cars-trapped-during-troodos-snowstorm

Driving conditions were improved in many areas on Friday, while many mountain roads remained slippery a day after many cars were trapped in snow on Boxing Day...

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