Cyprus president says new crossing points must serve both communities
Any new crossing points on the island must benefit both Greek Cypriots and Turkish Cypriots, President Nikos Christodoulides has said, signaling readiness to open all four locations previously agreed during…
Cyprus tourism hits record levels in 2025, deputy minister says
Cyprus recorded the strongest tourism performance in its history in 2025, posting all‑time highs in arrivals and revenue, the country’s deputy tourism minister has said. Presenting the ministry’s annual review,…
Cyprus president says defense‑industry sector shows strong growth
Cyprus is seeing notable growth in its defense‑industry sector, President Nikos Christodoulides said Friday, pointing to rising investment and a stronger role in Europe’s security landscape. Speaking at the opening…
Cyprus lawmakers seek curbs on foreign property purchases amid surge in sales
Lawmakers are examining ways to curb foreign purchases of land and buildings after new figures showed a sharp rise in property sales to non‑Cypriots in government‑controlled areas. Parliament’s Interior Committee…
Man loses €6,860 in phone scam by caller posing as Revolut official
A 50‑year‑old man lost €6,860 after being duped by a caller who claimed to be a Revolut employee, police said Friday. According to investigators, the man received a call on…
Cyprus to Begin Foot‑and‑Mouth Vaccinations as 10,000 Doses Expected From North
Authorities in Cyprus will begin vaccinating cattle in parts of the Larnaca district after confirmed cases of foot‑and‑mouth disease, with 10,000 vaccine doses expected to arrive from the island’s northern…
Cyprus Election Calendar Opens for May 24 Parliamentary Vote
The election calendar for the May 24 parliamentary vote in Cyprus has officially opened, the head of the Election Service, Menelaos Vasiliou, said in remarks to Omega TV. According to…
Cyprus, Italy to draft partnership document after leaders meet in Rome
Cyprus and Italy will begin work on a joint partnership document outlining shared priorities and challenges, the two countries’ leaders said after meeting in Rome on Thursday. President Nikos Christodoulides…
Weather for Friday 27th Feb
Skies will be mostly clear, though periods of cloud may still produce isolated showers and light mountain snow. Winds will remain northwest to north at 3 to 4 Beaufort, locally…
Cyprus Public Works Department Announces Roadworks in Larnaca
The Public Works Department announced scheduled roadworks in the Larnaca district that will affect traffic later this week and through April. Maintenance on Larnaca–Nicosia highway The Larnaca District Engineer’s Office…