Cyprus News
The island's latest: politics, economy, society, incidents and business — updated throughout the day.
World15 migrants killed after boat collision with Greek coast guard off Chios, authorities say
Chios, Greece. Fifteen migrants were killed after their boat collided with a Greek coast guard vessel, capsized and sank off the island of Chios late on Tuesday, authorities said. The incident was described as…
SocietyCyprus warns summer water cuts possible as reserves remain low and demand rises
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus could face water cuts during the summer as reserves remain low and demand continues to…
WorldAndrew Mountbatten-Windsor moves out of Royal Lodge after renewed scrutiny over Epstein links
Windsor, United Kingdom. Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has moved out of Royal Lodge on the royal estate in Windsor, a…
EconomyCyprus registered unemployment edges down in January, Cystat data show
Nicosia, Cyprus. Registered unemployment in Cyprus eased slightly in January, according to official data, despite seasonal pressures typically…
WorldUkraine, Russia open second round of U.S.-brokered talks in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Ukrainian and Russian negotiators opened a second round of U.S.-brokered talks on Wednesday…
WorldMajor events that occurred on February 4
Tokyo, Japan. Several notable historical events are recorded as having occurred on February 4, spanning war, diplomacy, independence,…
WorldU.S. and Iran set for Oman talks as Tehran seeks narrow focus on nuclear programme
Muscat, Oman. The United States and Iran are set to hold talks in Oman on Friday after Tehran…
WorldNestlé expands Guigoz infant formula recall after France lowers cereulide limit
Paris, France. Nestlé has expanded its infant formula recall to include an additional batch of Guigoz after France…
EconomyJumbo Group outlines strategy and proposes extraordinary €0.50 per share cash distribution for 2026
Athens, Greece. Greek retailer Jumbo Group outlined its long-term strategy and updated investors on sales performance and capital…
IncidentsLarnaca court sentences two Italians after 17.6kg cannabis found at airport
Larnaca, Cyprus. A man and a woman were sentenced to 11 and 2.5 years in prison on Tuesday…
IncidentsPolice take statement in complaint alleging rape against Paphos mayor Phedonas Phedonos
Paphos, Cyprus. Police said they took a lengthy statement on Tuesday from the alleged rape victim linked to…