Cyprus News
The island's latest: politics, economy, society, incidents and business — updated throughout the day.
WorldTanker hit by two unidentified projectiles off Qatar, UKMTO says
The UKMTO said a tanker was struck by two unidentified projectiles about 50 nautical miles north of Madinat ash Shamal, with crew status and damage still unclear.
WorldDublin-Rome Flight Diverted to French Airbase After Bomb Alert
An Airbus A320 traveling from Dublin to Rome was redirected to the Evreux airbase in France after a…
IncidentsCyprus Police Arrest 26 People in Operation Plegma Against Organised Crime
Police arrested 26 individuals on Thursday in an operation codenamed Plegma, seizing more than €25,000 in cash, firearms,…
SocietyCyprus recalls 52 more vehicles over defective Takata airbags
The road transport department has announced a recall of 52 additional vehicles from nine manufacturers and urged owners…
WorldDemocrats Win House and Senate as US Voters Elect Historic Slate of Candidates
Democrats took both chambers of Congress and several key statewide races on Tuesday, with a number of women…
IncidentsForeign doctor arrested at Cyprus airport over unverified Botox and anaesthetics in luggage
Customs officers detained a foreign doctor arriving from Greece after finding large amounts of Botox products and anaesthetics…
IncidentsMan, 69, arrested in Peyia after driving to police station while drunk
A 69-year-old man summoned to the Peyia police station over a nuisance complaint was arrested after officers found…
WorldDemocratic Congress expected to rein in Trump’s foreign policy after midterm election wins
After winning both chambers of Congress, Democrats are expected to use spending and oversight powers to limit President…
EconomyJumbo reports 15 per cent sales growth in Cyprus in October 2026
The retail group's October turnover rose about 13 per cent year-on-year, its best monthly result of 2026, with…
IncidentsTwo 15-year-olds admit stealing motorcycles found at Anavargos primary school in Paphos
Police in Paphos are investigating the theft of two motorcycles after two 15-year-old boys reportedly confessed to taking…
SocietyEducation ministry support programme workers to march to presidential palace over unfulfilled commitments
Workers in education ministry support programmes will march on Thursday to demand that their rights and income be…