In what is being regarded as another low in the series of negative developments regarding the Cyprus reunification issue, the latest series of talks has also resulted into failure. The talks, which are informal in nature and sponsored by the United Nations, resulted in neither party coming to any kind of common ground. The […]
Fuat Oktay, the vice-president of Turkey is set to pay a visit to Turkish Cyprus. According to government sources, Vice-President Fuat Oktay has plans to hold some official talks on his visit as well. Other plans include inspection of a site in Guvercinlik Village, meeting the mayor of the municipality of Gazimagusa, and attending […]
The traditional cheese of Halloumi has been granted a place in the European Union’s list of Protected Designations of Origins. The cheese variety, which is called hellim in Turkish language, has long since been in controversy on the topic of its origins. Thus far, both Turkey and Cyprus have been marketing it under their […]
In light of the crisis surrounding AstraZeneca vaccines, Cyprus has decided to buy at least fifty thousand doses of Russia’s Sputnik V Covid-19 vaccine, pending approval from the European Medicines Agency (EMA). According to a statement by government spokesperson Kyriakos Koushos, the move is part of the bilateral agreement made with Russia earlier this […]
The island nation of Cyprus is all set to mark the 66th anniversary of the infamous Eoka struggle. Launched on April 1, 1955, the purpose of the struggle was to gain independence from British rule. The occasion will start with Cypriot President Nicos Anastasiades attending a church service at the Ayios Ioannis cathedral, followed […]
After weeks of controversy surrounding the safety of AstraZeneca vaccines, Cyprus will finally recontinue vaccinations using the company’s COVID-19 vaccine – after getting the all-clear on its safety and efficacy by the European Medicines Authority (EMA). According to a statement by the Cyprus Health Ministry, the health authorities of the island nation had suspended […]
The Cypriot government has confirmed that it is ready to welcome back tourists from the UK pending the lifting of the existing coronavirus restrictions. According to their statement, while the current ban on travel in the UK is set to stay till may 17th, the Cypriot authorities are ready to welcome visitors from the […]
Cyprus is all set to open up its border to 16 different countries that were previously not on its safe list. The countries in question include the US and UK, Qatar, Belarus, Egypt, Lebanon, the UAE, Ukraine, Serbia, Israel, and Russia. From April 1, visitors from these countries will not be required to follow […]
The Cyprus News Agency has reported that someone tried to hack the website of the Cyprus Defense Ministry but was unsuccessful. According to a reliable source from the Defense Ministry, despite the attempt, the website did not suffer any damage as the effort was stopped in time. The source further added that this incident […]
The Israeli military is set to hold a mass exercise on Cyprus. According to the Hebrew newspaper Israel Hayom, the elite units of the Israeli armed forces will use Cyprus as a substitute for Samaria, Judea, and the Gaza Strip. The elite troops in question will include commandos and high-performing soldiers from the Air […]
A group of youths carried out a vicious attack on a man, which has led the latter to be hospitalized. The man was taken to Paphos general hospital and admitted in their A&E department. One of the doctors there confirmed that he had sustained substantial bruising on his face. The police were only alerted […]
Cypriot Health Minister Cyprus Constantinos Ioannou has revealed that the island nation has one of the highest pediatric cancer survival rates worldwide. On the occasion of International Childhood Cancer Day on February 15, the minister gave his regards to the children who have fought and survived cancer. He also went on to give a […]
The Department of Taxation has allowed businesses to take more time in order to fulfill their value-added tax dues for the period of December 31, 2020 to January 31, 2021. Usually, the tax for the period must be paid between February 10 and March 10, 2021. But the Tax Department has made the concession […]
The migrants’ crisis has taken a toll on the Cypriot administration, which in turn has led to the island nation calling for international assistance to best deal with the situation. In a joint statement to the press, Interior Minister Nicos Nouris and Foreign Affairs Minister Nikos Christodoulides and Interior Minister Nicos Nouris have expressed […]
The government has announced that the restrictions will be eased in the view of declining COVID-19 cases. Turkish Cyprus Prime Minister Ersan Saner has revealed that the region will reduce the current level of restrictions beginning the 22nd of February. If the decline in cases continues, then businesses, shops, and other economic activities will […]
The detonation of an explosive device has destroyed a car in Ekali, Limassol. The police have revealed that the car, which they believe was targeted purposefully was parked outside a home belonging to a 40-year-old man. The vehicle itself belongs to the father-in-law of said man. The man reported the incident to the police […]
A freak accident in Larnaca led to a fire which destroyed 6 cars on a street. The accident happened as a short circuit lit up a barrel of oil that was stored in the garage. After damaging the building’s garage, ground floor and second floor, the fire spread as the flame spread down the […]
The coronavirus restrictions are here to stay, and the latest incident only proves how serious the authorities can get with those who violate them. Limassol Police found and broke up an illegal mass gathering for a birthday party taking place at a restaurant. They proceeded to fine the owner €1,500, and fined another 13 […]
The Cyprus National Team’s coach Johan Walem has vacated his post as the national team manager for the men’s team. The decision, which is apparently by mutual consent of Mr. Walem and the Cyprus Football Association (CFA) was announced by the latter in a press release. The press release went on to thank Mr. […]
Starting March 1st, 2021, Cyprus will be reopening its airports using a risk-assessment system that is based on color-coding. The color-coding system, which is meant for both tourists and diplomats, are being implemented to keep health safety in check in view of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. As of now, the system is in place […]
