Cyprus News
The island's latest: politics, economy, society, incidents and business — updated throughout the day.
WorldStudent-backed candidates win Serbian parliamentary election as Vucic concedes
Crowds celebrated in Belgrade after Aleksandar Vucic accepted defeat to a student-backed parliamentary slate following two years of peaceful protests.
SocietyRestoration begins on Yeroskipou coastal cycle path
Ierokipia municipality says the €108,452.50 plus VAT project will improve public infrastructure in Yeroskipou’s tourist area.
WorldAlpha Bank buys back 2,325,011 shares for €9.84 million
Alpha Bank said its October 22-23, 2026 purchases on Euronext Athens brought its holding of its own shares…
WorldBritain to stay outside Canada-led defence bank as countries plan cooperation
Britain and Canada plan cooperation between separate defence-financing institutions after failing to agree on key terms for a…
WorldEurobank buys back 1,900,425 shares for €8.13 million
Eurobank said it purchased 1,900,425 shares on Euronext Athens from October 19 to October 23, 2026, under its…
WorldTrump attacks Norway over Nobel Peace Prize and says its immigrants are unwelcome
Donald Trump linked his rejection of Norwegian immigrants to not receiving a Nobel Peace Prize, while Norway’s foreign…
EconomyCyprus troubled-loan figures show negotiated deals outweigh auction recoveries
Kedipes figures show restructuring and settlements dominate loan resolutions, while a state-backed rental scheme lets vulnerable homeowners stay…
EconomyCyprus-linked shipowners face LNG investment uncertainty as IMO talks approach
Renewed negotiations on global shipping emissions rules could affect LNG investments, as the US seeks greater recognition for…
IncidentsCyprus holding company’s €1.5m dividend examined in Greek Pizza Fan investigation
Greek investigators are examining a €1.5m dividend paid to a Cyprus holding company as estimated tax losses in…
IncidentsEleven arrested in overnight police operations in Cyprus
Police reported 11 arrests in overnight operations on Sunday, alongside 426 traffic citations and the seizure of 15…
SocietyMostly clear Monday with inland temperatures reaching 31°C
Monday’s forecast points to mostly clear conditions, with clouds gathering later and temperatures reaching 31°C inland, 27°C along…