🗣️Parliament president meets occupied communities on Cyprus issue, refugee concerns
Topics included refugee matters, the Cyprus problem, equitable burden‑sharing, loss of use and the appropriation of Greek Cypriot properties in occupied areas. House President Annita Dimitriou commended refugee organisations for preserving memory and social cohesion, urged their active involvement through policy interventions as representatives of refugee positions. She pledged the unconditional support of the House and promised to back awareness actions in Cyprus and abroad about refugees' struggle more than fifty years after the 1974 invasion.
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🔍51 Held 8 Days in Demosthenous Murder, Denies Involvement
Two suspects wanted in killing of 49‑year‑old Stavros Demosthenous. Court remanded a 51‑year‑old for eight days; a 44‑year‑old already remanded. A stolen vehicle was found near the victim days before, with false plates and two jerrycans of accelerant. CCTV shows mopeds near the house on multiple October days. DNA from the 51 matched material on a jerrycan; he denies involvement. Telecom data requested. So far 68 statements and 20 searches; 90+ statements pending. Remands for three other suspects expected.
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🚨Police: Over 2,790 traffic violations last week
Police recorded more than 2,790 traffic violations nationwide last week and issued fines. 874 motorists cited for speeding, 199 for using mobile phones while driving, 169 for not wearing seatbelts, 34 for not wearing helmets, 76 for driving under the influence of alcohol. 114 fined for illegal parking, 41 for occupying spaces for people with disabilities. Remaining cases concern other traffic offenses. Authorities say checks aim to prevent serious and fatal collisions and reinforce safe road behaviour.
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🦮Prohibitive cost for assistance dogs for people with disabilities — up to €20,000
Parliamentary Human Rights Committee discussed the need to enshrine the right of people with disabilities to be accompanied by assistance dogs. MPs called for a clear legal framework to ensure independence, safety and dignity. Committee chair said dogs and owners need training and state support to meet high costs. MPs noted Cyprus ratified the UN disability convention but has no certified assistance dogs or full access guarantees for public spaces and transport. Costs cited €10,000–€20,000; mainly private initiatives now.
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🤝Christodoulides announces Macron visit to Cyprus
President Nicos Christodoulides received French Deputy Minister for European Affairs Benjamin Haddad. Five topics agreed: coordinate Cyprus’s upcoming EU Council Presidency with France; finalise and sign a bilateral strategic agenda, with signatures expected during President Macron’s visit; regional issues including Lebanon; the Cyprus issue, noting France’s role as a UN Security Council permanent member; and Cyprus’s aim for full Schengen accession by 2026, with technical work to conclude by year‑end. Haddad said the agenda should be ready by November in Brussels to deepen cooperation on economy, energy and defence.
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🔍Two More Sought in Demosthenous Murder
Police hunt two more suspects after new evidence. Court ordered eight days’ detention for a 51‑year‑old and renewed detention for a 44‑year‑old. Investigators link the 51 to a car stolen Oct 5, found near the victim with fake plates and jerrycans; his DNA matched material on a container; he denies involvement. The 44 owned the getaway motorcycle and says he sold it to two men now in custody. Also detained: a 39‑year‑old who allegedly ferried the killers and a 30‑year‑old accused of arranging the motorcycle. Police ran 20 searches, took 68 statements, seek 90+ more; telecom data requested. Warrants issued for two further people; roles not disclosed.
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🚑Driver Collapses at Wheel, Dies After Crash
Limassol, Panagiotis Tsagkari Avenue — Monday afternoon. An 82-year-old male driver reportedly suffered a cardiac arrest while at the wheel and subsequently lost control of his vehicle, which collided on the avenue. Emergency responders pronounced the man dead at the scene. Authorities note the victim did not appear to have injuries consistent with the impact. A full forensic autopsy will establish the precise cause of death at a later stage. Investigation is ongoing; traffic in the area was briefly affected and later cleared.
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🚨Police Stop Minors Trying to Re-enter Aglantzia School
Monday - police called after two youths tried to enter a gymnasium in Aglantzia, the same school involved in a disturbance last Saturday.
A patrol arrived quickly, located the pair and escorted them to the local police station for questioning.
As both are underage, authorities are handling the case under juvenile procedures.
Investigators say there is no evidence so far linking the two to last weekend's incident.
Case remains open; inquiries continue.
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📝Erhürman: Turkey to remain guarantor of entire island
Tufan Erhürman, new Turkish Cypriot leader, says Turkey will remain guarantor of the whole island. Political equality for Turkish Cypriots is a red line. Negotiations must have a clear timetable and involve Ankara, he says, noting past talks collapsed over equality. He flags rising foreign military presence in the Republic of Cyprus and says this strengthens Turkey’s guarantor role. He calls projects like the Great Sea Interconnector exclusionary. First visit will be to Ankara. He vows to defend Turkish Cypriot rights and presence.
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Founder of historic "Ariston" patisserie Antonis Tsanggaridis dies at 85
Antonis Tsanggaridis, 85, founder of the long‑standing Nicosia patisserie "Ariston", has passed away.
Funeral on Wednesday 29 October 2025 at 15:00 at the Church of the Holy Confessors in Nicosia.
Family receives condolences from 14:00; burial at Nicosia Municipal Cemetery (Haleppianes area).
Survived by wife Maroulla, children Dimitris and Niovi, grandchildren Antonis, Christos, Stavriani and Antonis, siblings and other relatives.
Family requests donations to the Philoptochos Brotherhood of the Holy Confessors instead of wreaths.
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🚓Limassol: One-way streets and 30 km/h speed limit
Measures take effect 29 October in Limassol Municipality as part of Phase A of the Sustainable Urban Mobility Plan for bus and bicycle lanes. With Police approval and under municipal regulations, Emmanouil Roïdi Street becomes one-way from its junction with Griva Digeni toward Agias Zonis. Thékla Lysiotou and Evagoras Papachristoforou become one-way from Agias Zonis toward Griva Digeni. Speed limit on all affected streets reduced to 30 km/h. Drivers must follow new signage; violations incur penalties under municipal law.
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📍🎓Gangs, Fights and Drug Trade Around Schools
Three incidents in a week expose gaps in student protection. In Platy Aglantzias a 14‑year‑old was attacked at a gymnasium event; father filed a police report, witnesses questioned, no arrests. Within 48 hours outsiders returned to the same school, allegedly harassing pupils and trying to sell cigarettes and vapes; two minors were identified by police. Parents demand cameras, better lighting and police support; school board says no prior complaints. In Paphos successive fights reported, one case may have involved a knife; officials call for cameras but say results are limited.
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😱45-year-old father of two dies in motorcycle crash en route to Troodos
Limassol man Petros Voutis, 45, died Tuesday morning after his motorcycle collided with a double-cab on the Karvounas–Troodos road. He was riding with a group of motorcyclists en route to Troodos and was father of two minors, aged 15 and 1. Around 07:45 he appears to have lost control, crossed into the opposite lane and struck a double-cab driven by a 42‑year‑old. Voutis was taken to Limassol General Hospital and pronounced dead. He wore a protective helmet. The double‑cab driver, belted, was uninjured. Police say investigations are at an early stage.
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🗣️Public Service Commission appoints four new general directors
PSC announces four appointments, effective 1 December 2025, approved by the Council of Ministers. Category A: Anna Aristotelous — former Director, Central Prisons; Georgios Papageorgiou — General Director, Nicosia Municipal Theatre; Kyriakos Iordanou — General Director, Administrative Council of ACCA Cyprus. Category B: Penelope Papavassiliou — Deputy General Director, Ministry of Finance. Appointments form part of permanent senior civil service fills; notice published 17 January 2025. Selections made after standard evaluation; experience covers corrections, culture, finance and professional governance.
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💵1 in 5 Cypriot Households Living in Poverty
Eurostat 2024: subjective poverty in Cyprus 20.8%, EU average 17.4%. Greeks report highest subjective poverty at 66.8%; Bulgaria 37.4%, Slovakia 28.7%, Romania 23.8%, Latvia 23.3%, Spain 21.9%, France 21.8%, Portugal 21.8%, Hungary 19.8%. Secretary Andreas Kounnis: families unable to pay rent or buy basics, children miss social activities; high rents and cost of living prevent young couples from starting families. Subjective poverty higher among women and the young. 93 million Europeans at risk; EU drafting first strategy.
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🦮Cyprus lawmakers push legal right to assistance dogs
Parliamentary Human Rights Committee moves to guarantee people with disabilities the right to be accompanied by assistance dogs. Committee chair Eirini Charalambidou says framework needed for independence, safety and dignity, but issue is complex — trained dogs, certified trainers and owner support required. Cyprus currently has no certified assistance dogs and limited state backing. MP Charalambos Theopemptou warns costs often exceed €10,000–€20,000, calling for state aid. DIKO MP Christos Senekkis says dogs are vital for mobility and access. Draft law to be prepared with disability organisations and the blind association to formalise rights and funding.
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How Turkey might enter European defence
EU launches SAFE programme to boost joint defence. Parliament committees approved deal; SAFE budget set at €1.5bn, €300m for Ukraine. Four of six Cypriot MEPs warn Turkey could gain shadow role. Diko’s Kostas Mauridis: SAFE lacks political orientation; Turkey can participate via companies based in member states or via ReArm Europe 2030 escape clause, unless a member state vetoes. AKEL’s Giorgos Georgiou: von der Leyen’s €800bn plan and simplifications open doors for buyouts and joint ventures. ELAM and DISY MEPs call possible Turkish entry a diplomatic failure and urge exclusion.
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🔍Cameras show rehearsal of Demosthenous murder
TAE Limassol probes bring new leads: six suspects detained, warrants issued for two more. A 51‑year‑old Georgian resident arrested; his DNA matched genetic material on the cap of a fuel jerrycan found in a stolen car. The car, owned by a parish priest, was stolen 12 days before the killing and located three days earlier near the victim with false plates and two jerrycans. CCTV links that car to the white van used in the killing; footage shows people on a moped on 9,10,12,13,14 Oct boarding the vehicles and following the route to the victim’s house and ambush point, suggesting rehearsals. Court rejected defense objections and ordered eight‑day remands; three detained suspects to appear tomorrow for renewal.
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🇬🇷🇨🇾President: Attempts to contact Erhürman unsuccessful
President Christodoulides, after the Oct.28 parade in Nicosia, said he reads the Turkish Cypriot leader's statements daily and that "we will all be judged at the negotiation table." He stressed Cyprus seeks an end to occupation, liberation and reunification, and is ready to negotiate within UN and EU principles. Repeated attempts to reach Tufan Erhürman since his election failed; a call during last week's European Council went unanswered. He honoured Greece's fight against Nazism and fascism, recalled Cypriot volunteers, vowed to press on for final justice and reunification using all national means. The municipalities' funding issue is closed.
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🔥🛳️Fire on ship in Larnaca port tied to workplace accident
Fire on a tracked excavator in the hold of a commercial vessel moored at Larnaca port last night is attributed to a workplace accident, police and labour inspectors report. The ship carried bulk soy. Three fire units from Larnaca responded; ship safety crew used dry powder extinguishers and water hoses to control the blaze. The engine operator inhaled smoke and was taken to Larnaca General Hospital as a precaution. Excavator was moved by ship crane for inspection. Initial signs indicate a mechanical or electrical fault.
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🇬🇷🇨🇾Cyprus Marks October 28 with Ceremonial Celebrations
Nicosia — Full ceremonial events held across Cyprus for the national anniversary of 28 October 1940.
10:00 — Festive liturgy at the Cathedral of Apostle Barnabas led by Archbishop Georgios. Attendance included President Nikos Christodoulides, Parliament Speaker Annita Demetriou, Education Minister Athena Michaelidou, Greek Ambassador Konstantinos Kollias and other political and military leaders.
11:00 — President and Greek Ambassador received the parade salute in front of the Greek Embassy.
Parade featured veterans, university and secondary students, scouts and civic organizations. Local municipalities held services with government representatives.
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🌏6.1-magnitude quake hits western Turkey; damaged buildings collapse
22:48 local (19:48 GMT) — A 6.1 magnitude quake struck Sindirgi, Balıkesir, at around 6 km depth. Numerous aftershocks followed. Three previously weakened houses and a two‑storey commercial building collapsed. No fatalities confirmed. Authorities report 22 people injured, mostly while fleeing or from panic falls. Tremor felt in Istanbul, Bursa, Manisa and İzmir. Area had a 6.1 quake in August that killed one person; smaller shocks have continued. Turkey remains earthquake‑prone after the deadly 2023 quakes.
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💵Nicosia apartment robbery: €22,000 taken, two arrested
Police report arrest of a 35-year-old man and a 35-year-old woman linked to an apartment robbery on 29 September in Nicosia. Victim a 44-year-old woman. At 18:40 an unknown man knocked, was admitted, wore sunglasses and a hat, and produced a knife. He struck and threatened the resident, seized a box with jewellery and cash, and fled in a waiting car with two accomplices. Stolen value €22,000. Male suspect detained Sunday around 16:30; female arrested next day around 17:00 after evidence linked them to the incident. Investigation ongoing.
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