Cyprus News
The island's latest: politics, economy, society, incidents and business — updated throughout the day.
ПолитикаYabloko deputy chairman Lev Shlosberg sentenced to 11 years in penal colony
Russian opposition politician Lev Shlosberg was sentenced in Pskov after condemning the war in Ukraine and calling for an immediate ceasefire.
ОбществоEurostat: Young people in Cyprus leave parental home at 27 on average
Eurostat data show young people in Cyprus leave home at 27 on average, with employment above the EU…
ОбществоMenoyia centre to temporarily house police detainees from mid-September
The former migrant detention centre in Menoyia will be converted into a temporary facility to ease overcrowding in…
ОбществоHeavy rain prompts fire service response across Nicosia
Heavy rainfall caused flooding, blocked drains and road hazards in several areas of Nicosia on Monday.
ОбществоCyprus to raise unlicensed jet ski operation fine to €1,500
New recreational navigation legislation will increase penalties and expand enforcement powers following a jet ski collision off Protaras.
В миреTrump calls on Iran to surrender as talks remain stalled
U.S. President Donald Trump urged Iran to surrender, while negotiations on a final agreement and Strait of Hormuz…
ПолитикаAnalyst warns Middle East security shifts could limit Cyprus’ control
A regional security analyst said the Mecca defence agreement reflects growing polarisation but does not constitute a Nato-style…
В миреIran signals shift to offensive stance as Strait of Hormuz talks stall
A senior Iranian official said Tehran may escalate tensions if diplomacy fails to end hostilities with the United…
ПроисшествияPaphos mayor calls for halt to unlicensed hillside works
Paphos Mayor Angelos Onisiforou has urged authorities to intervene over excavation work between Anavargos and Armos allegedly carried…
ОбществоTorrential rain reduces visibility on Nicosia-Limassol highway
Police urged motorists to slow down, keep safe distances and use headlights near Kornos and Kofinou.
ПроисшествияCar fire in Aglandjia under investigation
Police and fire service personnel extinguished a car fire in Aglandjia, Nicosia, on Monday as investigations continue.