Cyprus News
The island's latest: politics, economy, society, incidents and business — updated throughout the day.
IncidentsPaphos mayor trial adjourned until September 10
Paphos, Cyprus. The trial concerning suspended Paphos mayor Phedonas Phedonos, who is accused of rape and domestic abuse, was adjourned until September 10 after the prosecution was unable to secure the attendance of additional…
IncidentsTrial of British father charged over son’s death continues in Paphos
Paphos, Cyprus. The trial of a 37-year-old British father charged with causing death by recklessness following the death…
PoliticsPresident to meet new EU Cyprus envoy Raffaele Fitto
Nicosia, Cyprus. President Nikos Christodoulides is scheduled to meet newly appointed European Union envoy for the Cyprus problem…
SocietyYellow heat warning issued as temperatures forecast to reach 40C inland
Nicosia, Cyprus. The meteorological department issued a yellow warning on Friday for extreme temperatures, with inland areas expected…
SocietyYellow warning issued as Cyprus temperatures reach 40C
Nicosia, Cyprus. The meteorological department issued a yellow warning for extreme temperatures from 2pm to 4.30pm on Friday,…
EconomyCyprus new-build home sales reach €1.15bn in first half of 2026
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus’ new-build residential property market recorded 3,594 sales worth €1.149 billion during the first half of…
EconomyAlpha Bank opens FinQuest 2026 competition to European startups
Athens, Greece. Alpha Bank has opened applications until September 20 for its FinQuest 2026 innovation competition, inviting startups,…
WorldTrump says Gaza disarmament deal reached as Hamas calls it a draft
Cairo, Egypt. President Donald Trump said talks between mediators and Hamas leaders had resulted in a phased agreement…
EconomyCyprus growth forecast cut to 2.7% for 2026 as inflation expected to rise
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus’ real gross domestic product growth is projected to slow to 2.7 per cent in 2026…
EconomyCyta reports reforms as tourism revenue and unemployment decline in Cyprus
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyta’s board of directors has presented its report for the February 2024 to July 2026 term,…
EconomyCyprus industrial production rises 0.5% in May
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus recorded a 0.5 per cent annual increase in its industrial production index in May 2026,…