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Cyprus marks 25 March with Nicosia parade of students, schools and civic groups

Cyprus marked 25 March with a student parade in Nicosia as the centerpiece of national commemoration events. Earlier, a thanksgiving service was held at Panagia Faneromeni Church in the presence of the President of the Republic, the Greek ambassador and other officials. Participants included secondary school students, university and tertiary students, as well as scouts, […]

Christos Pavlou

25.03.2026

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Ayia Napa: breakwater plan for Pantachou–Glyki Nero beach halted over environmental risks

Cyprus’s Environmental Authority issued a negative opinion on the coastal protection plan for Pantachou–Glyki Nero in Ayia Napa, effectively freezing the project in its current form. The proposal included a 470-meter submerged breakwater and artificial beach nourishment along 710 meters, with an estimated total cost of about €3.3 million. Authorities said the works could cause […]

Christos Pavlou

25.03.2026

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Online investment scam in Larnaca: 79-year-old man loses over €254,000 on fake platform

Police in Larnaca are investigating a new online fraud case after a 79-year-old resident reported that he was tricked into what he believed were legitimate investments in stocks and cryptocurrencies. According to investigators, the man responded in January 2026 to an online advertisement and then communicated with individuals who claimed to represent an investment company. […]

Christos Pavlou

25.03.2026

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Cyprus extradites suspected Hamas member to Germany over planned attacks on Israelis

A 25-year-old Lebanese national, allegedly involved in planning assassination attacks against Israeli and Jewish targets in Germany and across Europe, has been extradited by Cypriot authorities to Germany. According to an official statement by Germany’s Federal Prosecutor, the young man, known as Kamel M., was arrested on March 6 at Larnaca Airport while in transit […]

Christos Pavlou

25.03.2026

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Rain and storms mark March 25 celebrations — Yellow warning in effect across Cyprus

This year’s March 25 national holiday celebrations in Cyprus will take place under rain, with thunderstorms and even hail expected as low pressure and unstable air masses affect the island. The Department of Meteorology has issued a yellow warning valid until 6:00 PM, with local thunderstorms expected mainly in inland and mountainous areas. Sleet or […]

Christos Pavlou

25.03.2026

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Disabled Protest for Fair Benefits at Presidential Palace

Disabled individuals will hold a peaceful protest outside the Presidential Palace. They want to highlight the need for respect for their basic human rights. The Pan-Cyprian Organization of the Blind is calling for equal participation in society, securing benefits, and access to services that support independent living and dignity for disabled citizens. The protest is […]

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24.03.2026

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Nicosia water supply at breaking point — urgent appeal in Parliament

The Nicosia district is heading toward an emergency over drinking water. The president of the District Self-Government Organisation (EOA), Konstantinos Giorkatzis, addressed the parliamentary Agriculture Committee with a dramatic statement, sounding the alarm. According to him, the existing water supply system is operating at its limits. The Water Development Department infrastructure can deliver up to […]

Christos Pavlou

24.03.2026