Cyprus News
The island's latest: politics, economy, society, incidents and business — updated throughout the day.
ПолитикаErhurman says Cyprus settlement requires Turkey’s approval
Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman said conditions were emerging for renewed Cyprus talks but stressed that any settlement requires Turkey’s consent.
ТуризмFamagusta hotel occupancy forecast at 80-85% in August
Famagusta hoteliers expect August occupancy of 80 to 85 per cent as tourist traffic improves, while September prospects…
ПроисшествияLegal experts question whether Drousiotis crowdfunding falls under Cyprus fundraising law
Legal experts say Makarios Drousiotis’ campaign for legal costs may not require authorisation under Cyprus fundraising legislation.
ОбществоIsraeli authorities identify Jewish refugee killed in Cyprus detention camp in 1948
The grave of Shlomo Haimson, killed during an escape attempt from Karaolos detention camp in Cyprus, has been…
ПолитикаUS lawmakers urge stronger backing for Great Sea Interconnector
A bipartisan group of US lawmakers has urged Secretary of State Marco Rubio and DFC chief executive Ben…
ПроисшествияPolice complete investigation into Kalo Chorio wildfire
Police have completed their investigation into the Kalo Chorio wildfire, with the case file due to be sent…
ОбществоEducation ministry support programme staff protest over service recognition
Education ministry support programme employees called for recognition of their full service and clearer employment and pay arrangements.
ПроисшествияPresidential pardon releases minor offenders ahead of August 15 holiday
Cyprus will release Cypriot and foreign minor offenders under a presidential pardon as authorities seek to ease prison…
В миреUkraine drone attack disrupts grain terminals in Russia’s Novorossiysk
A Ukrainian overnight drone attack damaged enterprises and homes in Novorossiysk, while Russian industry sources said two major…
СпортCristiano Ronaldo marries Georgina Rodriguez in private Cascais ceremony
Cristiano Ronaldo and longtime partner Georgina Rodriguez were married in a private civil ceremony in Cascais, Portugal, his…
ПроисшествияJournalists’ union raises expression concerns over Drousiotis cases
The journalists’ union said the handling of three criminal cases involving Makarios Drousiotis could pose risks to freedom…