Cyprus News
The island's latest: politics, economy, society, incidents and business — updated throughout the day.
WorldTrump cites progress in Iran talks as hopes rise for Strait of Hormuz reopening
Washington, United States. U.S. President Donald Trump said his administration held “very good discussions” with Iran during all-day negotiations on Tuesday, raising expectations that the five-month conflict could be nearing an end. Trump said…
IncidentsPakistani authorities stop four men allegedly planning irregular travel to Cyprus
Sialkot, Pakistan. Pakistani authorities stopped seven passengers at Sialkot International Airport on Wednesday during an investigation into suspected…
EconomyDemetra Holdings buys back 3,960 shares at €1.47 each
Nicosia, Cyprus. Demetra Holdings Plc repurchased 3,960 of its own shares on August 4, 2026, under its ongoing…
PoliticsNeophytou criticises Christodoulides over Cyprus problem progress
Nicosia, Cyprus. Former Disy president Averof Neophytou criticised President Nikos Christodoulides’ handling of the Cyprus problem, saying the…
SocietyCyprus rejects claims it is causing European aviation delays
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus’ civil aviation department said on Wednesday that the Republic of Cyprus is not among the…
SocietyLivestock breeders block veterinary services in Nicosia over unpaid compensation
Nicosia, Cyprus. A group of livestock breeders blocked the entrance to the veterinary services headquarters on Wednesday, demanding…
EconomyCyprus extends mortgage-to-rent scheme deadline after applications exceed 4,200
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus has extended the deadline for applications to its mortgage-to-rent scheme until September 30 after a…
PoliticsCyprus government maintains centre-right course after partial cabinet reshuffle
Nicosia, Cyprus. The government will remain firmly on a centre-right course following President Nikos Christodoulides’ partial cabinet reshuffle,…
PoliticsChristodoulides and Erhurman to meet on August 26 under UN auspices
Nicosia, Cyprus. President Nikos Christodoulides and Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman will meet under United Nations auspices on…
IncidentsIsraeli tourist dies after drowning off Limassol coast
Limassol, Cyprus. A 34-year-old Israeli tourist died after drowning while swimming off the coast of Limassol, police said…
CultureFuntoukoselinos 2026 festival brings acoustic music to Polystipos hazelnut forest
Polystipos, Cyprus. The Funtoukoselinos 2026 music festival will take place at Parakania square in Polystipos village, in the…