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1. Dead dolphin found on Faros beach prompts investigation

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....

2. Cyprus requires all organizations to accept digital documents via ''Digital Citizen'' app

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-requires-all-organizations-to-accept-digital-documents-via-digital-citizen-app

All organizations in Cyprus are required to accept official documents presented through the government’s “Digital Citizen” mobile application during in-person interactions with the public....

3. Cyprus’ quarries still out of control, audit warns

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-quarries-still-out-of-control-audit-warns

Six years after the last audit of Cyprus’ Mining and Quarrying Service, compliance remains alarmingly low, according to a new report from the Auditor General. ...

4. Government rethinks 12% pension cut as reform talks heat up

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-rethinks-12-pension-cut-as-reform-talks-heat-up

The government is taking a fresh look at the controversial 12% pension cut, a move that could directly affect thousands of future retirees, as negotiations over Cyprus’ long-awaited pension reform continue....

5. Foot-and-mouth disease spreads to Nicosia district as new cases detected

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/foot-and-mouth-disease-spreads-to-nicosia-district-as-new-cases-detected

Foot-and-mouth disease has now spread beyond Larnaca, raising fresh concerns for farmers and veterinary authorities as suspected cases emerge in the Nicosia district....

6. SafeCY app upgraded to deliver real-time emergency alerts across the island

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/safecy-app-upgraded-to-deliver-real-time-emergency-alerts-across-the-island

Cyprus authorities are upgrading the SafeCY mobile application to send emergency alerts directly to people’s phones, aiming to close a key gap in the country’s public warning system....

7. White phosphorus strike reported over homes in southern Lebanon

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/white-phosphorus-strike-reported-over-homes-in-southern-lebanon

Human Rights Watch (HRW) says it has verified evidence that Israeli forces fired white phosphorus artillery shells over the southern Lebanese town of Yohmor on March 3, 2026, raising concerns about potential violations of international humanitarian law....

8. BOC eyes strategic acquisitions in insurance, asset management and fintech

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/boc-eyes-strategic-acquisitions-in-insurance-asset-management-and-fintech

Bank of Cyprus says it is keeping a close watch for potential acquisitions that could add value to the group, focusing on three main areas: insurance, asset management and fintech....

9. Flights returning to normal at Cyprus airports as major airlines resume operations

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/flights-returning-to-normal-at-cyprus-airports-as-major-airlines-resume-operations

Air travel to and from Cyprus is gradually returning to normal following several days of disruptions caused by developments in the Middle East....

10. New traffic camera fines take effect in Cyprus starting today

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-traffic-camera-fines-take-effect-in-cyprus-starting-today

Drivers in Cyprus who ignore traffic lights could soon feel it in their wallets and on their driving record....

11. More flights canceled as dozens of arrivals and departures scrapped

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/more-flights-canceled-as-dozens-of-arrivals-and-departures-scrapped

Travel plans were disrupted Friday at Larnaca International Airport, where dozens of flights were canceled, leaving passengers scrambling for alternatives....

12. Thursday sirens at Akrotiri spark alarm, no threat found

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/thursday-sirens-at-akrotiri-spark-alarm-no-threat-found

Residents near the British bases at Akrotiri were briefly on edge Thursday afternoon after sirens sounded just after 12 noon in response to a suspected security threat. The alert ended a few minutes ago, with authorities confirming that the object was not headed for Cyprus....

13. Municipality of Nicosia launches municipal citizens registry

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/municipality-of-nicosia-launches-municipal-citizens-registry

The Municipality of Nicosia has announced the launch of a Municipal Citizens Registry, a new initiative designed to establish direct, reliable, and meaningful communication with residents....

14. Nationwide inspection of shelters underway as government launches mobile emergency alerts

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nationwide-inspection-of-shelters-underway-as-government-launches-mobile-emergency-alerts

Authorities in Cyprus have begun nationwide inspections of civil defense shelters to assess their current condition and readiness in case they are needed during an emergency....

15. Government to test nationwide emergency mobile alert system tonight

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-to-test-nationwide-emergency-mobile-alert-system-tonight

Authorities in Cyprus will conduct a nationwide test of a new emergency mobile alert system on Wednesday evening, as officials urge the public to remain calm and prepared amid heightened tensions in the region....

16. Update on operations at Larnaca and Paphos airports and current air connectivity

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/update-on-operations-at-larnaca-and-paphos-airports-and-current-air-connectivity

In light of recent developments in the region and the resulting flight cancellations worldwide to destinations in the Middle East, as well as cancellations by certain European airlines to Cyprus,...

17. First repatriation flight from Dubai underway as Cyprus begins evacuation effort

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/first-repatriation-flight-from-dubai-underway-as-cyprus-begins-evacuation-effort

Cyprus launched its first repatriation effort from the Gulf on Wednesday, with a flight from Dubai expected to bring home 180 people as regional tensions continue to disrupt travel and leave citizens stranded abroad....

18. Greek jets intercept drone, US Embassy locked down for safety (update)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-jets-intercept-drone-us-embassy-locked-down-for-safety

Two Greek F-16 fighter jets intercepted a drone before it entered Cypriot airspace, government sources said Wednesday, in the latest sign of how rising regional tensions are increasingly affecting the island....

19. More flights grounded at Larnaca Airport, passengers face ongoing disruptions

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/more-flights-grounded-at-larnaca-airport-passengers-face-ongoing-disruptions

Flight disruptions continued at Larnaca Airport on Wednesday, with dozens of arrivals and departures canceled as airlines adjust schedules amid the ongoing situation in the Middle East....

20. US Embassy authorizes departure of non-essential staff from Cyprus amid regional tensions

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-embassy-authorizes-departure-of-non-essential-staff-from-cyprus-amid-regional-tensions

The United States has authorized non-emergency government personnel and family members stationed in Cyprus to leave the island voluntarily, according to an updated travel advisory posted Wednesday morning by the U.S. Embassy in Nicosia....

21. Nineteen Cyprus-flagged vessels currently operating in Persian Gulf

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nineteen-cyprus-flagged-vessels-currently-operating-in-persian-gulf

Cyprus’ Deputy Ministry of Shipping has confirmed that 19 Cyprus-flagged vessels are currently operating in the Persian Gulf and that no safety issues have been reported involving either the ships or their crews....

22. Cyprus steps up diabetes fight with focus on prevention and patient care

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-steps-up-diabetes-fight-with-focus-on-prevention-and-patient-care

Cyprus is intensifying efforts to tackle diabetes through Health Minister Neophytos Charalambides said over the weekend, describing the condition as a growing public health challenge both locally and worldwide....

23. UK becomes latest country to send defense support to Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/uk-becomes-latest-country-to-send-defense-support-to-cyprus

Britain plans to send a warship to defend its Royal Air Force (RAF) base at Akrotiri in Cyprus from potential Iranian attacks, according to the Times newspaper....

24. Cyprus businesses on alert due to Middle East conflict

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-businesses-on-alert-due-to-middle-east-conflict

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is causing concern among Cyprus’ business community, prompting local organizations to emphasize caution, careful monitoring, and readiness to respond to any disruptions....

25. Paphos airport evacuated amid possible drone threat; U.S. Embassy urges vigilance

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/paphos-airport-evacuated-amid-possible-drone-threat-u-s-embassy-urges-vigilance

Authorities evacuated Paphos International Airport and closed the airspace above the facility Monday after receiving information about a possible incoming drone, as security measures expanded across parts of Cyprus amid rising regional tensions....

26. UK and EU signal united defence after Iranian drone hit at British base

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/uk-and-eu-signal-united-defence-after-iranian-drone-hit-at-british-base

The UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) reported what it described as a “suspected drone strike” at around midnight local time (22:00 GMT). Authorities said there were no injuries and only limited damage to facilities. As a precaution, family members based at the installation are being temporarily relocated....

27. Reports claim possible drone strike at RAF Akrotiri late Sunday (UPDATE and VIDEO)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/reports-claim-possible-drone-strike-at-raf-akrotiri-late-sunday

Unconfirmed reports emerging on social media late Sunday suggested that Iranian weaponry may have struck the British air facility at RAF Akrotiri, Cyprus, though authorities have not verified the claims....

28. Authorities cull 260 cattle as origin of foot-and-mouth outbreak remains under investigation

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/authorities-cull-260-cattle-as-origin-of-foot-and-mouth-outbreak-remains-under-investigation

Authorities have imposed strict emergency measures around a cattle farm in Livadia, Larnaca, after laboratory tests confirmed foot-and-mouth disease in five animals, triggering a 21-day quarantine across the surrounding livestock area....

29. Files seized in T/C property probe as complaints surge

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/files-seized-in-t-c-property-probe-as-complaints-surge

A team from the Interior Ministry has taken possession of case files from the Turkish Cypriot Properties service in Paphos, launching a review that has stirred fresh scrutiny over how such properties are managed....

30. Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested in dramatic Sandringham raid

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/andrew-mountbatten-windsor-arrested-in-dramatic-sandringham-raid

In a dramatic turn, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested Thursday at his Sandringham estate on suspicion of misconduct in public office, just hours after turning 66....

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