Cyprus News
The island's latest: politics, economy, society, incidents and business — updated throughout the day.
EconomyCyprus Banking Association says 36% of electronic property auctions suspended after borrower-lender agreements
Nicosia, Cyprus. The Cyprus Banking Association said 36% of published electronic property auctions in Cyprus are suspended following agreements reached between borrowers and lenders. The association made the statement at a press conference presenting…
IncidentsCyprus demographic institute condemns Larnaca brawl and shooting, urges stronger security measures
Larnaca, Cyprus. The Cyprus Institute for Demographic and Migration Policy condemned a violent incident in central Larnaca on…
PoliticsCyprus Shipping Deputy Minister meets UK and IMO officials during London visit
London, United Kingdom. Cyprus Shipping Deputy Minister Marina Hadjimanolis has concluded a three-day working visit to the United…
PoliticsCyprus MEPs split as European Parliament seeks ECJ opinion on EU-Mercosur trade deal
Nicosia, Cyprus. Four of Cyprus’ six members of the European Parliament voted in favour of a motion to…
WorldIsraeli fire kills 11 Palestinians in Gaza as ceasefire strains, officials say
Gaza, Palestinian Territories. Israeli fire killed 11 Palestinians in Gaza on Wednesday, including two boys and three journalists,…
TourismPingouino Café in Paphos offers waffles, grilled dishes and budget-friendly meals
Paphos, Cyprus. A cold and windy spell along the coastal path by Paphos’ old harbour led to a…
PoliticsDonations to social support body rose nearly ninefold after 2023 election, accountant-general says
Nicosia, Cyprus. Donations to a social support body increased almost ninefold after Nikos Christodoulides was elected president in…
PoliticsEU lawmakers seek court review of Mercosur trade pact, risking delay in implementation
Brussels, Belgium. EU lawmakers voted to request a review by the EU’s top court of the bloc’s free…
EconomyCyprus state sector unions sign deal to form joint coordinating body
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus’ main state sector trade unions on Wednesday signed an agreement to establish a joint coordinating…
EconomyDemetra Holdings Plc buys back 5,400 shares at 1.56 cents in Jan. 20 session
Nicosia, Cyprus. Demetra Holdings Plc said it purchased 5,400 of its own shares at a price of 1.56…
SocietyTax Department IT systems to be offline this weekend for scheduled upgrades
Nicosia, Cyprus. The Tax Department’s IT systems will be offline this weekend for scheduled upgrades, from Friday at…