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Cyprus police probe suspected terror plot after arrest of two Palestinians

Cypriot authorities are pressing ahead with an intensive investigation after arresting two Palestinian men on terrorism‑related charges and alleged involvement in a criminal organization. The suspects, ages 33 and 38,…

Cyprus Weather – Monday 25 May

On Monday, once early fog lifts, the weather will turn partly cloudy. Later in the day, developing clouds may bring isolated showers and possibly a brief thunderstorm over the mountains…

Cyprus Elects Six Parties to New Parliament, Turnout Nears 67%

Six parties won seats in Cyprus’ new House of Representatives in Sunday’s election, according to official results. DISY took 27.1% of the vote and kept its 17 seats, while AKEL…

Man, 35, arrested in Larnaca shooting and brawl investigation

Police have arrested a 35‑year‑old man under a court warrant in connection with an investigation into a January 17, 2026, brawl and shooting in Larnaca. The suspect was taken into…

Police issue security instructions ahead Omonia–Apollon match

Police have issued detailed security and crowd‑management instructions ahead the Omonia–Apollon match at GSP Stadium in Nicosia. The game will be attended by supporters of both teams. Gates open at…

Cyprus’ economy is expected to remain resilient

Cyprus’ economy is expected to remain resilient despite the shock from the conflict in the Middle East, according to the European Commission’s Spring Forecast released in Brussels. The Commission projects…

European Union finance ministers meeting in Cyprus

European Union finance ministers are meeting in the Cypriot capital for an informal ECOFIN gathering chaired by Cyprus Finance Minister Makis Keravnos, as part of Cyprus’ presidency of the Council…

Police make eleven arrests for a range of offenses

Police carried out intensified overnight patrols across Cyprus, resulting in eleven arrests for a range of offenses, authorities said Friday. The arrests were part of targeted preventive operations aimed at…

Limassol: Seizure of nearly three kilograms of cannabis

Two men, ages 25 and 26, were arrested Thursday in Limassol after a Drug Law Enforcement Unit (YKAN) operation that led to the seizure of nearly three kilograms of cannabis,…

Cyprus is preparing its first major overhaul of special‑education

Cyprus is preparing its first major overhaul of special‑education legislation in 27 years, Education Minister Athina Michaelidou has said during a visit to Archbishop Makarios III Gymnasium in Platy. Michaelidou…

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