Cyprus News
The island's latest: politics, economy, society, incidents and business — updated throughout the day.
SocietyPolis Chrysochous hospital to expand on-call services and staffing
Polis Chrysochous, Cyprus. Expanded on-call services and the appointment of a permanent cardiologist for Polis Chrysochous hospital were discussed at a meeting on Friday between Mayor Yiotis Papachristofi and Health Minister Neophytos Charalambides. Staffing…
IncidentsSix suspects due in Famagusta court over alleged kidnapping
Famagusta, Cyprus. Six suspects are expected to appear before the Famagusta district court on Saturday over their alleged…
IncidentsFire destroys restaurant warehouse in Ayia Napa
Ayia Napa, Cyprus. A wooden restaurant warehouse was completely destroyed after a fire broke out in a reed…
IncidentsTwo arrested at Larnaca airport over attempted murder case
Larnaca, Cyprus. Police arrested two suspects at Larnaca airport on Friday in connection with the attempted murder of…
SocietyClear skies and temperatures up to 41C forecast inland
Nicosia, Cyprus. Mostly clear weather is forecast on Saturday, with temperatures expected to reach 41C inland and conditions…
EconomyCBC reports shift to fixed-rate lending as Eurobank posts €738m first-half profit
Nicosia, Cyprus. The Central Bank of Cyprus said a shift towards longer-term fixed-rate loans has brought domestic financing…
PoliticsAthienou and Strovolos municipalities to protest over state funding
Nicosia, Cyprus. The municipalities of Athienou and Strovolos will hold three-hour peaceful protests on Monday in opposition to…
WorldWildfires prompt evacuations near Athens as France lifts some evacuation orders
Athens, Greece. Greece battled wildfires on multiple fronts on Friday, including near Athens, in central Greece and on…
PoliticsGuterres pledges preparation for next Cyprus informal meeting
New York, United States. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said the United Nations will work with both sides in…
WorldTrump hails Gaza peace proposal as hurdles remain
Washington, United States. President Donald Trump said on Friday that a deal he announced to bring peace to…
PoliticsItaly suspends Schengen free movement rules for arrivals from Spain
Rome, Italy. Italy announced on Friday that it will suspend the application of Schengen free movement rules for…