Impact of Iran conflict on oil and LNG
With senior US officials estimating that a war with Iran is now expected to last weeks, not days, and Iran’s declaration of war on Israel and the US, the ...
Public urged to know closest bomb shelter, recognise siren signals
The interior ministry on Tuesday reiterated instructions to the public in case of military aggression directed at Cyprus, including becoming familiar with the nearest bomb shelter and recognising siren signals.
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What the crowds don’t see: inside Limassol carnival
As a born and bred Nicosian, my relationship with the Limassol carnival growing up was limited to a mad dash to see the Sunday parade; a last-minute costume and the ...
Cyprus cheesemakers call for urgent measures to contain FMD
The cheesemakers association on Tuesday urged the government to implement immediate preventive measures to curb the spread of foot-and-mouth disease, warning that the outbreak threatens livestock production and the wider ...
Foot-and-mouth outbreak contained within 22 units
The spread of foot-and-mouth disease in Cyprus remains confined to 22 livestock units in the Larnaca district, authorities confirmed on Tuesday, with culling and vaccination operations ongoing to prevent further infections.
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Banking
Bank of Cyprus targets 100 per cent profit payout to shareholders by 2027
The Bank of Cyprus (BoC) on Tuesday outlined updated financial targets and capital allocation plans at an investor presentation.
At the same time, GlobalWealth Group PLC announced that the Bank ...
Paphos targets German tourists at ITB Berlin
Paphos is stepping up efforts to deepen its footprint in the German market, as the Paphos Regional Tourism Board (Etap) takes part in ITB Berlin, held from March 3 to 5.
According ...
Red Cross opens children’s activity centre for affected families
The launch of a temporary children’s activity centre to assist families impacted by evacuations and school closures in Limassol, was announced by the Cyprus Red Cross on Tuesday.
The ...
Buildup of forces in Cyprus ‘necessary’, Letymbiotis says
The buildup of foreign military forces in and around Cyprus in recent days is “necessary”, after the island was hit by a drone, but the Republic of Cyprus itself is ...
Monjasa manager recognised for building regional shipping footprint
YoungShip Cyprus hosted its Young Leader Award Ceremony during the ‘Melodies Across the Sea’ event in February 2026 at Limassol New Port, bringing together the maritime community, industry figures and young ...
What’s good for entertainment is bad for learning
I don’t read a lot of non-fiction, and I almost never review non-fiction. The Digital Delusion is a book I felt I had to make an exception for, because ...
Israeli envoy says Iran strike on Cyprus reflects ‘desperation’
Israel’s permanent representative to the United Nations said on Tuesday that Iran’s actions involving Cyprus underline what he described as Tehran’s growing desperation.
Speaking to correspondents at ...
Fidan says risk of Iran targeting Cyprus remains very limited
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on Tuesday played down the likelihood of Cyprus becoming a target of an Iranian attack, describing the risk as very limited despite rising regional tensions.
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Clinton says Trump told him of ‘some great times’ with Jeffrey Epstein
Former President Bill Clinton told lawmakers that President Donald Trump told him he had “some great times” with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein before their relationship soured, according to a ...
UK weighs sending warship to shield RAF Akrotiri
Britain has yet to decide whether it will send a warship to defend its Royal Air Force Akrotiri base in Cyprus, a source close to the matter said on Tuesday ...
Middle East conflict could trigger new eurozone inflation spike
Ratings agency Morningstar DBRS said crude oil prices have risen sharply since coordinated attacks by the United States and Israel against Iranian military targets began on February 28, heightening political risk ...
Ministry says 19 Cyprus-flagged ships in Persian Gulf remain safe
Cyprus’ Deputy Ministry of Shipping on Tuesday said that there are currently 19 ships under the Cypriot flag operating in the Persian Gulf, adding that both the vessels and their crews ...
Cyprus budget surplus falls as public servant pay bill climbs to €4.13bn
The Cyprus general government achieved a fiscal surplus of €939.2 million during the entirety of 2025, according to preliminary results released by the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat) on Tuesday.
This positive balance ...
Elderly woman injured in Limassol home robbery
A 77-year-old woman was injured during a home robbery in Limassol in the early hours of Tuesday, during which jewellery and a mobile phone were stolen, police said.
Police were ...
Cyprus records lowest inflation in eurozone as prices stay flat
Euro area annual inflation is expected to reach 1.9 per cent in February 2026, up from 1.7 per cent in January, according to a flash estimate by Eurostat.
The figures indicate a modest ...
Calm at Dhekelia bases after drone strike
The situation at the British bases in Dhekelia remained calm on Tuesday, with no further attacks or incidents reported following Monday’s Iranian-backed drone strike, which was launched from Lebanon.
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Cyprus pitched as strategic EU starting point for Indian capital
Cyprus pitched itself as a strategic European gateway for Indian capital at the India–Cyprus Business and Investment Summit 2026 in Nicosia, with business and diplomatic leaders pointing to a partnership ...
Flight cancellations continue into Tuesday as Iran conflict disrupts Cyprus air traffic
Flight disruptions linked to the escalating regional conflict with Iran continued into Tuesday, with airlines cancelling a significant number of services to and from Cyprus.
Flights arriving from Israel were ...
Teen arrested over Limassol car arson
A 17-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with a car arson that occurred on February 25, 2026, in Limassol, police said on Tuesday.
According to police, at around 2.40am on February 25 ...