Cyprus News
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PoliticsCyprus to prioritise EU-citizen ties during EU Council presidency, Christodoulides says
Nicosia, Cyprus. President Nikos Christodoulides said forging a closer connection between the European Union and its citizens will be a priority during Cyprus’ EU Council presidency. He also highlighted public support for the EU…
PoliticsPaphos appoints Anastasia Routi-Eleftheriadi interim municipal secretary after mayor’s suspension
Paphos, Cyprus. Paphos municipality on Monday appointed Anastasia Routi-Eleftheriadi as interim municipal secretary as the town’s council returned…
PoliticsCyprus says it must transfer Israeli prisoner Simon Aykut to Israel to serve remaining sentence
Nicosia, Cyprus. Justice Minister Costas Fitiris said on Monday that the Republic of Cyprus is obliged to agree…
EconomyEurobank repurchases 1.76 million shares on ATHEX for €7.38 million
Athens, Greece. Eurobank said it repurchased 1,761,170 of its own shares on the Athens Stock Exchange between February…
TourismThailand long-stay visa options for Muay Thai trainees in 2026 include ED and DTV routes
Bangkok, Thailand. A Bangkok-based Muay Thai coach said questions about staying in Thailand to train long-term are frequent…
PoliticsChristodoulides and Mitsotakis discuss Cyprus issue ahead of Mitsotakis-Erdogan meeting in Ankara
Nicosia, Cyprus. President Nikos Christodoulides spoke by telephone with Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis on Monday as the…
WorldKremlin says Cuba fuel situation is critical, blames U.S. “suffocating tactics”
Moscow, Russia. The Kremlin said on Monday that Cuba’s fuel situation was critical as the island moves to…
WorldAustralia protests greet Israeli President Isaac Herzog during solidarity visit
Sydney, Australia. Thousands of people across Australia protested on Monday over the arrival of Israeli President Isaac Herzog,…
World53 migrants dead or missing after boat capsizes off Libya, IOM says
Tripoli, Libya. Fifty-three migrants, including two babies, were dead or missing after a rubber boat carrying 55 people…
EconomyCFA Society Cyprus sets 2026 priorities on development, ethics and outreach, president says
Nicosia, Cyprus. CFA Society Cyprus will focus on professional development, ethics and outreach in 2026, according to its…
IncidentsBangladeshi delivery rider in Nicosia to appear before military court in north after crossing divide
Nicosia, Cyprus. A Bangladeshi food delivery rider working in Nicosia is due to appear before a military court…