High concentrations of dust are observed in the air above Cyprus today, 1 November 2024, according to measurements from ground Stations of the Air Quality Monitoring Network operated by the Department of…
UN’s fear over Lebanon’s heritage sites
The United Nations Human Rights Office voiced concern on Friday regarding the severe civilian impact of Israeli military operations in Lebanon, with a focus on damage to religious and cultural landmarks. According…
One dead as fires sweep Syrian countryside
One person was killed and seven others injured on Friday in forest fires raging across the northern countryside of the northwestern province of Latakia since Thursday, according to Syrian state TV. An…
Türkiye reacts to the European Commission 2024 Report
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Türkiye issued a written statement regarding the European Commission 2024 Report on Türkiye. The statement is as follows: “On October 30, the European Commission…
The New 2025–2026 International Sea Tourism Festival Will Take Place at Cyprus’s Ayia Napa Marina
Cyprus has a significant chance to establish itself as a major player in the marine tourism industry as Ayia Napa Marina has been chosen to host the 2025–2026 International Sea Tourism Festival…
In detail, the products in Cyprus that include zero VAT
Baby milk, baby diapers and adult diapers, feminine hygiene products and certain vegetables and fruits are among the basic items that will be subject to a zero VAT rate from November 4,…
Showers and thunderstorms the afternoon in Cyprus – Strong winds expected
Rain and thunderstorms are expected after noon in Cyprus, according to the Met Office. Winds will be northeast to east, initially moderate to strong, 4 to 5 Beaufort and soon strong, 5…
Tragedy in Greece: The three-year-old child who was shot in the head is dead
The 3-year-old boy who was shot in the head is in Greece has died. According to early reports, the incident happened when the passengers of two cars started arguing. Things got out…
Deportation to Israel is sought by an Iranian terror suspect detained in Cyprus.
The Supreme Court decided Thursday that an Iranian national who was detained in Cyprus in 2023 on suspicion of participating in Iranian terrorist activities against Israelis would be held in detention until…
Human Rights commissioner pushes Cyprus on buffer zone migrants
The Cyprus government has been urged by the Council of Europe’s Commissioner for Human Rights to permit the passage of nearly three dozen asylum seekers who have been stuck in a UN-controlled…