3 h. ago Prosecution urges guilty verdict in ‘golden passports’ corruption trial

The prosecution in the ‘golden passports’ trial called on the court on Monday to deliver a guilty verdict on the two defendants facing charges of corruption and defrauding the state. Nicosia criminal court began hearing closing arguments from the prosecution and the defence as the trial winds down. The two defendants are former House president […]

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3 h. ago Australia plans tougher gun laws after police say father and son killed 15 at Bondi Beach

Australia vowed stricter gun laws on Monday as it began mourning victims of its worst mass shooting in almost 30 years, in which police accused a father and son of killing 15 people at a Jewish celebration at Sydney’s famed Bondi Beach. The older gunman, aged 50, was killed at the scene, taking the tally […]

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4 h. ago Cyprus budget debate exposes deep divisions as parties split on priorities

Cyprus’ political parties opened debate on the 2026 state budget on Monday, ahead of Wednesday’s vote, taking sharply different positions on living costs, energy, defence and long-term public investment. Disy confirmed it will support the budget, despite criticising government priorities. Akel said it will vote against it, citing social pressure and inequality. Elam and Diko […]

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6 h. ago DISY, DIKO, DIPA and ELAM blocked support for refugees in Cyprus

DISY, DIKO, DIPA and ELAM blocked support for refugees in Cyprus  Parikiaki

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7 h. ago The Cyprus government housing plans announced are positive steps, but they do not constitute a comprehensive housing policy

The Cyprus government housing plans announced are positive steps, but they do not constitute a comprehensive housing policy  Parikiaki

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7 h. ago Sounds of Cyprus Awarded a NY State Council on the Arts FY26 Support for Artists Grant

Sounds of Cyprus Awarded a NY State Council on the Arts FY26 Support for Artists Grant  Greek News USA

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8 h. ago Pasydy calls for safety after patient attacks staff at Nicosia hospital

A violent incident that took place on Saturday at Nicosia general hospital, was condemned by the nursing and radiology branches of the Pasydy civil servants union on Monday. The incident occurred in the hospital’s MRI department when a patient became upset during a scan. Radiology staff told police that the radiologist observed the patient moving […]

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10 h. ago Christodoulides thanks France for ‘concrete support’ in path to Schengen

President Nikos Christodoulides on Monday thanked France for the country’s “concrete support” for Cyprus’ endeavours to join Europe’s border-free Schengen area next year. To this end, he said a joint letter of intent would be signed by the foreign ministers of the two countries, Jean-Noel Barrot of France and Constantinos Kombos of Cyprus, with the […]

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10 h. ago France ‘can count on Cyprus’ during Council of EU presidency

France “can count on” Cyprus when the island takes over the Council of the European Union’s rotating presidency at the beginning of next month, French President Emmanuel Macron said on Monday. “France knows that we can count on you to ensure that Europe asserts its own interests and strategic autonomy,” he said following the signing […]

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10 h. ago The President of the Republic of Cyprus and the President of the Republic of France signed today a Strategic Partnership Agreement between the two countries and a Letter of Intent for Schengen

The President of the Republic of Cyprus and the President of the Republic of France signed today a Strategic Partnership Agreement between the two countries and a Letter of Intent for Schengen  Κυβερνητική Πύλη - Gov.cy

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10 h. ago AutoHash launches best Cloud Mining plans supporting multiple Cryptocurrencies

AutoHash, recognized as one of the best cloud mining platforms of 2025, is set to make headlines again in January 2026 with the launch of its most profitable cloud mining plans yet.The platform supports Bitcoin (BTC), Dogecoin (DOGE), Litecoin (LTC), and Ethereum (ETH), offering daily earnings of up to $3,828 under high-performance plans. With clearly […]

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10 h. ago Macron hopes for solution ‘so all Cypriots can live together on reunified island’

French President Emmanuel Macron on Monday said he hopes for a solution to the Cyprus problem “so all Cypriots can live together on a reunified island”. Speaking after the signing of a strategic partnership between the governments of France and Cyprus, he said he wished to “reiterate how strongly France supports the United Nations’ […]

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10 h. ago Cyprus’ president proposes plan to ease tensions with Turkey

Cyprus’ president proposes plan to ease tensions with Turkey  eKathimerini.com

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12 h. ago Ukraine peace talks stretch into second day at start of pivotal week for Europe

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy resumed talks with U.S. President Donald Trump’s envoys in Berlin on Monday, after the U.S. side said a “lot of progress” had been made on ending Europe’s deadliest conflict since World War Two. Zelenskiy again met U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff and Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner after five hours of talks on […]

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12 h. ago Cyprus turnover indices show continued growth in third quarter

Cyprus’ Statistical Service (Cystat) on Monday announced that turnover increased in wholesale trade and in the trade and repair of motor vehicles during the third quarter of 2025, reflecting continued economic activity and higher sales compared with the same period last year. Specifically, the service reported the turnover value index of wholesale trade recorded an […]

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14 h. ago Cyprus central to Eurobank growth as Karavias backs eastward push

Eurobank chief executive officer Fokion Karavias said investments are a national necessity and Cyprus plays a pivotal role in the group’s future, in a wide-ranging interview with Greek business outlet Business Daily examining economic growth, banking reform and Eurobank’s eastward expansion. During the interview, Karavias said that “the banking landscape will change dramatically in the […]

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14 h. ago Damianos calls for stronger energy union at Brussels summit  

Energy Minister Michael Damianos emphasised Cyprus’ readiness to work towards a more substantial EU energy union on Monday, during a meeting with his counterparts on the EU council of energy for the first time since assuming his portfolio. Speaking in Brussels, Damianos outlined Cyprus’ priorities as the incoming holder of the rotating EU presidency. He […]

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14 h. ago Pilakoutas: Cyprus EU Presidency to power ahead with sleek BMW 5 Series

Pilakoutas Group proudly announces that, following a competitive tender process, the Republic of Cyprus has selected 60 BMW 5 Series vehicles to meet its transportation needs during the Cyprus Presidency of the European Union in the first half of 2026. This is the second time BMW vehicles have been selected for this purpose, as a […]

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16 h. ago Allied concern over neutral Cyprus taking over the EU presidency

Allied concern over neutral Cyprus taking over the EU presidency  politico.eu

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16 h. ago How to navigate Cyprus’ EU presidency policy agenda like a pro

How to navigate Cyprus’ EU presidency policy agenda like a pro  politico.eu

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