In today’s episode, despite the ongoing crisis in Ukraine, Cyprus’ goal of attracting more tourists this year than last is achievable, Deputy Minister of Tourism Savvas Perdios has said.

Meanwhile, the first evacuation of 42 civilians, including children and elderly, has been successfully completed, Cyprus foreign ministry spokesman Demetris Demetriou said on Tuesday.

In other news, the further easing of coronavirus restrictions including the lifting of SafePass requirements to enter certain places, are expected to be announced later this week.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.