Cyprus News
The island's latest: politics, economy, society, incidents and business — updated throughout the day.
PoliticsGreek Energy Minister says Great Sea Interconnector is advancing as navtex for seabed surveys is awaited
Stavros Papastavrou told EU counterparts in Luxembourg that the Cyprus-Greece-Israel grid link is on track, while Turkey's demand for prior written notice complicates the navtex.
EconomyEurobank completes €813 million purchase of Eurolife Life Insurance
Eurobank now owns all of Greek insurer Eurolife Life Insurance, while its planned sale of a 45 per…
IncidentsPolice complete probe into TikTok livestream involving child with Down syndrome
The cybercrime unit has sent its evidence to the Law Office, where the attorney-general will decide whether to…
EconomyCySEC Steps Up Warnings on Online Scams and AI-Generated Investment Fraud
As part of World Investor Week 2026, the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission is warning the public about…
SocietyHeavy Rain Reduces Visibility and Makes Roads Slippery Across Paphos District
Police report poor visibility and slick road surfaces in Paphos district because of heavy rain, and ask drivers…
EconomyCITEA Director Says Higher E-Commerce Sales Do Not Guarantee Higher Business Profits
Matina Zisiadou of CITEA argues that online trading should be judged by the value it creates for consumers…
WorldIsrael Faces Coalition Deadlock After Inconclusive Election, With Several Scenarios Open
No camp has a clear path to a majority after Israel's vote, leaving caretaker Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu…
SocietyFalling metal structure crushes parked car in Paphos during heavy rain and strong winds
A metal structure collapsed onto a parked vehicle on Griva Digeni Avenue in Paphos on Thursday amid severe…
PoliticsTurkish Cypriots mark 103rd anniversary of Republic of Turkey with ceremonies across the north
Turkish Cypriots held events in several towns and villages on Thursday, with the main ceremony at the Ataturk…
EconomyKeve Reviews Cyprus-China Business Forum Held in Nicosia to Boost Trade and Investment
The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry said the Nicosia forum brought together business and official representatives from…
SocietyAudit Office flags eight questionable benefit payments to 1974 prisoners of war
The Audit Office found eight questionable benefit payments to people recognised as 1974 prisoners of war and warned…