Cyprus News
The island's latest: politics, economy, society, incidents and business — updated throughout the day.
WorldLebanon and Israel agree shortlist for Hezbollah disarmament verification force
Rome, Italy. Lebanon and Israel have agreed a shortlist of countries that could send troops to verify the disarmament of Hezbollah under a US-brokered agreement, a Lebanese official said on Friday. The United States…
IncidentsMonk arrested after two injured in Paphos monastery attack
Paphos, Cyprus. Police arrested a 51-year-old monk on Friday in connection with an attempted murder investigation following an…
CultureAyia Napa exhibition explores Cyprus myths, legends and traditions
Ayia Napa, Cyprus. A new exhibition curated by the Press and Information Office explores Cyprus’ myths, legends and…
PoliticsZelenskiy visits Serbia for talks on EU membership, economy and energy
Belgrade, Serbia. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy arrived in Serbia on Friday for his first visit to the Balkan…
IncidentsNicosia mayor backs restoration of fire-damaged former Corner Pub
Nicosia, Cyprus. Nicosia Mayor Charalambos Prountzos said the municipality is willing to contribute to the full restoration of…
SportsCyprus chess gains prominence through Freedom24 partnership and growing national teams
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus has hosted 26 chess competitions since Freedom24 became the main partner of the Cyprus Chess…
PoliticsSpain threatens Italy with travel restrictions over Ceuta migrant controls
Madrid, Spain. Spain said on Friday it could impose restrictions on travellers from Italy unless Rome lifts by…
CultureQueer Wave 2026 to return to Nicosia in September
Nicosia, Cyprus. Queer Wave will return to NiMAC in Nicosia for its seventh edition from September 18 to…
EconomyKeve to host Cyprus-Palestine business forum in Nicosia
Nicosia, Cyprus. The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Keve) will host a business forum and business-to-business meetings…
EconomyKeo plc warns of possible delay to €1.69m dividend payment
Nicosia, Cyprus. Beverage company Keo plc said on Friday that technical issues with its dividend calculation software may…
IncidentsBritish father returns to UK for funeral after Paphos hotel death
Paphos, Cyprus. A British father charged after the death of his three-year-old son at a Paphos hotel has…