Cyprus News
The island's latest: politics, economy, society, incidents and business — updated throughout the day.
PoliticsShuli Davidovich takes up post as Israel’s ambassador to Cyprus
Shuli Davidovich presented her credentials in Nicosia on Tuesday, formally beginning her duties as Israel’s ambassador to Cyprus.
SocietyChild benefit changes would extend eligibility to 2,000 more families
Deputy Minister for Social Welfare Tina Pavlou said proposed changes would raise child benefit payments by 5 to…
PoliticsChristodoulides confirms attendance at Cop31 in Turkey despite recognition dispute
President Nikos Christodoulides says he will attend next month’s Cop31 summit in Antalya and that Cyprus is preparing…
PoliticsIoannou cites tenant resistance as MPs question Ktizo housing progress
Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou told MPs one resident would not leave a building due for demolition without half…
PoliticsChristodoulides says both leaders agree Cyprus solution must follow UN resolutions
President Nikos Christodoulides said he and Tufan Erhurman agreed on the UN framework, while efforts continue to arrange…
TourismAegean Airlines to retain Paphos–Athens flights in 2027
Etap Paphos says Aegean Airlines will continue serving Paphos in 2027, with two or three flights a week…
EconomyHalloumi exports top €350 million annually as Cyprus prepares for PDO compliance
Agriculture ministry permanent secretary Andreas Gregoriou outlined measures to strengthen sheep and goat milk production ahead of the…
WorldFighter jets escort Corendon flight to Nuremberg after hijack alert blamed on malfunction
A Corendon Airlines flight from Corfu landed safely in Nuremberg on Tuesday after a cockpit hijack signal prompted…
WorldPrince William plays cricket on The Mall to promote Earthshot Prize
Prince William joined cricket stars on London’s The Mall on Tuesday ahead of India hosting the Earthshot Prize…
PoliticsDamianos travels by road to Doha after Saudi airport closures disrupt visit
Energy Minister Michael Damianos said airport closures forced the Cypriot delegation to travel to Doha by road, but…
SocietyOrange thunderstorm warning issued for Wednesday night into Thursday
The Meteorological Service forecasts intense rainfall, strong wind gusts and possible hail during thunderstorms between 7pm on Wednesday…