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BIG BATTERY STORAGE SYSTEM PROJECT FOR ENERGY CONSERVATION APPROVED BY CYPRIOT AUTHORITIES

  • November 7, 2025
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The Department of Environment of Cyprus has confirmed its approval of what will soon be the island nation’s first even HESS (Hybrid Energy Storage Systems)-powered battery energy storage system. The plan in question is to construct a facility that can support over 59 Megawatts and run over 120 MWh in circulation. The construction of this […]

ISRAELI NATIONAL ARRESTED FOR SEA PIRACY

  • November 4, 2025
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An Israeli national, who has an Interpol warrant against him was intercepted and arrested in Cyprus. Alexei Kratzgor, aged 47 had arrived on the island nation on a Mano Maritime cruise, apparently unaware that Russia has Initiated an Interpol Notice in his name. According to the Russian government, Kratzgor played a major part in the […]

65TH INDEPENDENCE DAY OBSERVED IN CYPRUS

  • November 1, 2025
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The Greek side of the divided island nation of Cyprus celebrated the 65th anniversary of its independence with great pomp and fervor. The ceremony was held in the capital city of Nicosia, and kicked-off with a military parade, which showcased the country’s resilient spirit and ambitions to reunite. Nikos Christodoulides, the country’s president in his […]

EXXON MOBIL HAS CONFIRMED THE PRESENCE OF A SIZEABLE QUANTITY OF RESERVES

  • October 29, 2025
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Natural gas MNC Exxon Mobil has confirmed a sizeable quantity of natural gas reserve near the Cypriot coast. The media in Cyprus has reported that the specific site of the reserves is somewhere between eight and nine trillion cubic feet. They said that they to the information at a meeting between the Cypriot President and […]

CYPRIOT SWIMMER CAROLINA PELEDRITOU WINS SILVER AT PARA SWIM CHAMPIONSHIPS

  • October 26, 2025
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Cyprus’ visually impaired swimmer Carolina Pelendritou has won the silver medal for swimming 50m freestyle S11 in the finals of the World Para Swimming Championships, hosted by Singapore. Pelendritou finished the race at 30.30, which earned her the second position. This has been her best performance in 2025, with the 30.63 achieved in Berlin in […]

TRIAL OF GREEK CYPRIOT CAPTURED IN NORTHERN CYPRUS POSTPONED DUE TO SUDDEN HOSPITALISATION

  • October 23, 2025
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The trial of the Greek Cyprus national who has been detained in Turkish Cyprus since the 19th of July has been postponed on account of the man being taken to hospital after complaining of debilitating back pain. Apparently, the back pain occurred due to him being denied required medication. The Cyprus News Agency (CNA) has […]

INS TRIKAND LANDS IN CYPRUS

  • October 20, 2025
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The Indian stealth naval vessel INS Trikand has landed in Cyprus, specifically at the port of Limassol as part of its Mediterranean deployment. A part of the Talwar section of guided missile frigates, the INS Trikand is loaded with a majestic arsenal pf sensors, equipment and weapons, which enable it to carry out missions via […]

CYPRUS LOOKING FOR MILITARY EQUIPMENT FROM THE US

  • October 16, 2025
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Cyprus has sent formal request to the United States, with the former asking the latter for military equipment. The island nation’s President Nikos Christodoulides has said so himself in a late-night interview on TV, while touting it as a “natural” step in Cyprus further cementing its tied with the United States. Christodoulides added that the […]

GREEK CYPRUS ARSENAL NOW INCLUDES ISRAEL’S BARAK MX

  • October 14, 2025
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Cyprus has received the Barak MX air defense system from Israel, right after India obtained it – sparking anticipations of retaliation from Turkey. Several media outlets in the island nation reported the Barak MX having arrived at the port of Limassol. A number of videos have been shared on social media, which show a number […]

FAMED MEXICAN GOALKEEPER JOINS LIMASSOL

  • October 12, 2025
  • Current Events
In a bid to prove his ability to play for the World Cup in 2026, Guillermo Ochoa, the famous Mexican goalkeeper has signed on to play for Cyprus-based club AEL Limassol. Ochoa, aged 40, had previously played for AVS in Portuguese topflight in the previous season, which helped the club avoid any relegation issues. The […]

ENVOY OF TURKISH CYPRUS HOLDS OPTIMISM FOR NORTHERN CYPRUS’ SOVEREIGN STATUS

  • October 10, 2025
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The Cyprus Energy Regulatory Authority (CERA) has awarded the Cyprus Electricity Authority (CEA) the license to set up a brand-new commercial power storage system. İsmet Korukoğlu, the Turkish Cypriot ambassador in Ankara, Turkey has said that he is very optimistic on the breakaway island nation to get headway in its quest for recognition as a […]

CYPRIOT AIRPORTS CROSS MAJOR MILESTONES IN AUGUST

  • October 7, 2025
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Two major airports of Cyprus have crossed important milestones in August 2025 in terms of passenger volume. August itself was the busiest month for Cyprus airports, with an 1,800,000+ footfall of passengers. This was over than 12 percent more than the footfall in August 2024. Over 58,000 people passed through the airports daily during this […]

EBRD SOLD ITS SHARES IN THE BANK OF CYPRUS

  • October 4, 2025
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The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has exited the Bank of Cyprus by selling its entire 5% stake. The shares – 22,401,744 in number had been offered via accelerated bookbuild on the Athens Stock Exchange (ATHEX). The Bank of Cyprus received its first investment from the EBRD in 2014 for stabilizing and restructuring […]

TURKEY FORTIFYING MILITARY PRESENCE IN OCCUPIED CYPRUS

  • September 30, 2025
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Turkey has been busy in recent months, trying to strengthen the amount of military presence it commands in its occupied section of Cyprus. They have increased the number of Turkish troops in the breakaway nation, and plan to further double the number. According to TRT Haber, Turkey’s move comes after Greek Cyprus is being seen […]

GREECE AND CYPRUS SEEKING SUPPORT FROM RESCEU

  • September 29, 2025
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The south-eastern European countries of Greece and Cyprus are seeking assistance from the European Union (EU) Civil Protection Mechanism to fight extreme cases of wildfires. The European Union has responded by mobilizing 2 Canadair aircrafts from their ‘rescEU’ fleet. This request for assistance comes after a huge wildfire that started in Cyprus’ Limassol, and brunt […]

CYPRUS IS SAFE FROM CHIKUNGUNYA OUTBREAK, SAYS TOP DOCTOR

  • September 29, 2025
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Dr. Petros Karayiannis, Professor of Microbiology & Molecular Virology at the University of Cyprus has said that the island nation is under no threat from the mosquito-borne disease. However, he has confirmed that there may be a slight transmission risk. The Chikungunya virus was identified in 1952 in Tanzania in 1952, and has been found […]

CYPRUS SEES ITS FIRST AI-POWERED MEDICAL TESTING CENTER

  • September 29, 2025
  • Current Events
The German Medical Institute of Cyprus has established an AI-powered medical testing center as part of its digital transformation initiative titled Agora 3.0. Their intention is to advance medical science and launch strategic partnerships with the Indian healthcare and innovation sectors. Demetris Skourides, Chief Scientist of the German Medical Institute conducted a thorough review to […]

PATIENTS LEFT MIDWAY IN MACHINES DUE TO BLACKOUTS

  • September 27, 2025
  • Current Events
The second day of incessant blackouts in Cyprus led to many patients being stuck mid-way in diagnostic machines, causing distress to doctors and patients alike and bringing up topics of potential public health risks. The blackouts originated after Cyprus’ Transmission System Operator specifically ordered controlled load-shedding meant to last for approximately 30 minutes going area-by-area. […]

INCESSANT DROUGHTS MAY LEAD TO POTENTIAL RIPPLE EFFECT, SAY EXPERTS

  • September 22, 2025
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Cyprus is facing huge droughts, courtesy heat waves, dry weather, dusty winds, sudden storms and even flash floods and hail spells. All of these adverse weather situations have negatively impacted cultivation and farming – leaving the government to resort to monetarily compensate out-of-work-farmers in rural regions. To that end, the Ministry of Agriculture ministry conducted […]

MOU SIGNED BETWEEN CYPRIOT AND ARAB BANKING GROUPS

  • September 16, 2025
  • Current Events
Beirut-based Union of Arab Banks and the Association of Cyprus Banks have signed an MoU to fortify their history of cooperation and encourage further activity that will help both organizations to progress and advance. According to an announcement by the Association of Cyprus Banks, the Memorandum of Understanding was signed in August in Nicosia by […]
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