Possible spread of foot and mouth disease detected
The Veterinary Services are on alert after a positive case of case of foot-and-mouth disease has been located in a cattle unit in Dromolaxia.
According to initial information, the unit ...
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Fourth suspect in 230kg drug haul arrested
A fourth suspect was arrested on Wednesday in connection with 230kg of drugs found last month in Nicosia, along with a firearm, explosives and a large number of firecrackers.
The 27...
Man arrested for stealing handbag with cash from unlocked car
A 27-year-old man was arrested in Limassol on Wednesday after a complaint that a handbag with thousands of euros had been stolen from a car left unlocked in the city.
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Kombos, Rubio discuss Middle East conflict
The conflict in the Middle East was discussed on Friday between Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
State department deputy spokesman Tommy Pigott said the ...
Illegal immigrant, duty free tobacco in customs haul
An illegal immigrant was found hidden in the back of a vehicle after the driver tried to turn back at the Ayios Dhometios crossing point and evade inspection, it was ...
Fourteen arrested in overnight police operations
The police arrested 14 individuals on Wednesday night for various offences, including conspiracy to commit a crime, assault causing grievous bodily harm and illegally residing in the Republic.
A total of 373 ...
Larnaca, Paphos flights cancelled amid regional conflict
A total of 45 flights to and from Larnaca airport have been cancelled for Thursday, due to hostilities in the Middle East.
According to the Hermes Airports flight display system, 21 arrivals ...
Clouds and rain before a sunny Sunday
Thursday will be mainly fine with passing clouds, however Friday will bring rain and possibly an isolated thunderstorm inland, and snow in the mountains, before turning sunny on Sunday.
Winds ...
Repatriated Cypriots arrive safely in Larnaca
The repatriation flight that brought 180 Cypriots back to the island from Dubai amid the current tensions in the Middle East safely landed at Larnaca airport on Wednesday evening, with passengers ...
Less than a month left to register for elections
The deadline for registering to vote in the upcoming parliamentary elections is April 2, the interior ministry said on Wednesday, urging all new voters to submit their applications well in advance.
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Call for distance schooling after drone attack closes some schools
Closing schools in Akrotiri, Trachoni, Episkopi and Asomatos following military activity in the area was a preventive measure for the safety of children and teachers, however schooling must continue, Disy ...
Over 700,000 birds illegally killed in 2025
A total of 726,000 birds were illegally killed in 2025, BirdLife Cyprus said on Wednesday, presenting a survey that indicated that targeted enforcement delivers results, while progress can be easily reversed where ...
Over 650 fake euro notes found in Cyprus last year
In 2025, 670 counterfeit euro banknotes of various denominations were withdrawn from circulation, a figure 17.1 per cent higher than 2024, the Central Bank announced on Wednesday.
It said the €50 note had the highest ...
Basic sign language ‘useful in avoiding conflict’
Short seminars of two to six hours for security personnel have been found to significantly improve the understanding of the main characteristics of deafness, as well as the ability to ...
Construction on Aykut’s developments in the north resumes
Construction works have reportedly resumed on some of the properties under development in the north by convicted usurper of Greek Cypriot property Simon Aykut, House refugee committee MPs said on ...
Communities around Akrotiri report public unrest
Communities around the Akrotiri British air base reported a quiet night, following Monday’s Iranian-backed drone strike launched from Lebanon, however they did report people panicking and hundreds contacting 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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British bases police in Akrotiri overnight
The British bases have announced an enhanced presence of police officers in Akrotiri on Monday night.
“We are grateful for the Republic of Cyprus’ cooperation in supporting the voluntary dispersal ...
Cyprus evaluating every statement made, was not involved in aggressions
The Republic of Cyprus is monitoring developments and evaluating every statement made and any information received, government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said on Monday evening, following a National Security Council meeting.
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Cyprus postpones further EU meetings
Cyprus’ EU Presidency has postponed the informal council of ministers for European affairs, originally scheduled for March 2 and 3, as well as the informal council of culture, planned for March 5 and 6, ...
President discusses drone attack with Lebanese counterpart
President Nikos Christodoulides held a telephone conversation with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun following the drone attack on the British bases in Akrotiri, reportedly fired by Hezbollah in Lebanon, sources said ...
Bill allowing Cyta to sell electricity to be sent to plenum
An amendment allowing Cyta to provide new services, including energy, will be sent to plenum, following discussions on Monday at the House finance committee.
A representative of the legal service ...
Cyprus has fewest women managers among EU members
Cyprus recorded the lowest percentage of women in managerial positions in 2024, with 25,3 per cent, compared to the EU average of 35.2 per cent, up from 31.8 per cent in 2014, Eurostat said on ...
More support pledged for domestic violence victims
New interventions to combat gender-based and domestic violence were announced on Monday at parliament, with Law Commissioner Sofia Kleopa Hadjikyriacou saying that access to support would not depend on the ...