🤳Limassol clash: nine foreigners deported
Authorities deported nine Indian nationals linked to a serious brawl in Limassol. On 26 January 2026 police arrested 11 foreigners over clashes involving dangerous objects that caused injuries and disrupted public order. Following joint assessment by the Justice Ministry, Police and the Migration office, those judged a threat to public order were removed and added to a stop list. One detainee is an EU citizen and not subject to deportation. Another Indian remains under separate criminal investigation for an alleged sham marriage handled with Interpol.
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🧑‍🌾Farmers furious as authorities seek seven years of retroactive environmental fees
Water Development Department sent letters demanding environmental and resource fees from farmers and agri‑firms for the past seven years. Decision made in 2017, applied in 2020, bills issued now en masse.
Farm organisations call for immediate suspension. Thomas Thoma: bills up to €110,000 — "Will they have to sell land to pay?" Tasos Giapanis: "Retroactive, no consultation after pandemic and drought."
MPs denounce delay and water management. Agriculture Ministry to meet farmers Friday; promises payment easing and meter‑based adjustments. Controversy over golf courses still drawing water; ministry says supply reduced and will stop in coming months.
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💦Nicosia water cuts plan: alternate 18‑hour shifts under consideration
Govt cut water allocations to provincial bodies by 10%. EOA Nicosia draws scenarios: if savings fall short, plan would supply half the city 18 hours, then the other half 18 hours, repeating until Sunday when full supply resumes, then restart Monday. Network losses now 20%, target 15% in four years. EOA warns cuts could raise unbilled losses 7–10% without revision. Calls to approve operating rules and adopt punitive tariffs for excess use, backed by public information. EOA reports 8,000 repairs, network upgrades, smart meters, new unit for dangerous buildings, permit clearance 94% planning, 99% building. Ready to manage Kotsiatis landfill for biogas energy.
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Cypriot team develops combo to breach aggressive tumors
Researchers at the Institute’s Department of Genetic, Therapeutic and Ultrastructural Pathology of Cancer, led by Prof. Fotios Bekris, report a strategy to improve drug access to solid tumors. They repurposed the antihistamine ketotifen, used therapeutic ultrasound to raise vessel permeability and gave standard chemotherapy. Result: reduced tissue stiffness, better perfusion, deeper drug delivery, tumor shrinkage and revived anti‑tumor immunity in preclinical models; with nanotherapy and immunotherapy produced complete regressions in breast cancer models. Uses approved tools and may speed clinical testing; funded by a €1.5M ERC grant.
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🏥Hospitals under strain — ER waits top 24 hours
Nurses report ambulances arrive but patients cannot be brought down for examination; ER waits often exceed 24 hours amid a surge of seasonal infections, influenza and respiratory cases filling wards. The public health service runs Rapid Care clinics to ease ER flow. Staff say discharges and bed management are being pushed but the situation is hard to handle. Health service confirms many reserve beds activated. Nurses seek private sector support and postponement of non-urgent surgeries to free beds; all parties asked to meet and find solutions.
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🚨 Chain collision on the Nicosia–Limassol highway: cars wrecked, truck crushed, injuries reported
On the morning of February 4, a serious traffic accident occurred on the Nicosia–Limassol motorway near the Agios Tychonas exit, involving two private cars and a heavy truck.

According to preliminary information, a red sedan approached a congested section of the road at high speed and, while attempting to slow down, collided with a black car ahead. The impact pushed the black vehicle into the truck, causing a chain reaction crash.

Several people were injured, though the severity of their condition is still being clarified. Emergency services and traffic police responded quickly. The left lane toward Limassol was closed, leading to significant delays. All vehicles involved sustained heavy damage.
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🎭 Limassol Carnival comes to life in the workshops: the city prepares for a burst of colour and energy
Preparations for the Limassol Carnival are moving into the final stage. In the municipality’s workshops, floats, costumes and decorations are already taking shape and will soon fill the city streets. During a visit to the site, Limassol Mayor Yiannis Armeftis said that the carnival spirit can be felt long before the first parade.

According to the mayor, the carnival reflects the true soul of Limassol — creativity, freedom of expression and joy that brings residents and visitors together. The municipality invites everyone to become part of the celebration and take part in the rich programme of carnival events.

Once again, Limassol is ready to turn into a city of colour, music and dance.
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Four held prima facie guilty in Kalogeropoulos killing
Court finds four defendants prima facie guilty on all counts.
Defence silent; will call witnesses: 1st — 4 (incl. expert); 2nd — 1; 3rd — 0; 4th — 5.
Next hearing 24 Feb.
Thanasis Kalogeropoulos shot dead 30 Oct 2023 on Amathounta coastal avenue ~08:00 while leaving seaside café after swim; died in his car.
Perpetrators' car found burning near Germasogeia river with firearms inside.
Four arrested, aged 41,44,22,21.
Accused face premeditated murder, conspiracy, arson, illegal weapons/explosives charges; deny all charges.
Trial heard 75 witnesses; 555 exhibits.
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🫢Limassol: Russian Businessman's Body Identified
DNA tests have officially identified the male body recovered from Avdimou beach on 15 January 2026 as Vladislav Baumgertner, 53, Russian national resident in Limassol. He had been reported missing on 7 January 2026. Recovery and identification were carried out by the British Bases Police. The Criminal Investigation Department of the British Bases Police is examining the circumstances and cause of death. Next of kin have been notified. Investigations continue under standard procedures.
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🚨Wanted: Christakis Panagi, 43, Larnaca
Police ask the public to help locate the 43-year-old, sought to assist inquiries in an ongoing investigation. He is linked to an alleged fraud concerning sale or mortgage of property. Incidents are reported between March and July 2025 in Famagusta and Limassol districts. Anyone with information should call Famagusta CID at 23 803040, the Citizen Line at 1460, or the nearest police station. Authorities say inquiries continue; public cooperation is requested to aid the probe.
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🎤Dr. Michalis Kammás joins CBS Cyprus Council
CBS Cyprus announced that Dr. Michalis Kammás, former Director General of the Cyprus Banking Association, joins the College as Senior Advisor and member of its Council. The College highlights his long career and deep expertise in strategy, institutional development and leadership as a key asset. His standing and experience align with CBS Cyprus’s vision for academic excellence, innovation and stronger links with society and the business community. Management calls the move a milestone for the institution’s strategic growth and expects his guidance to reinforce an outward‑looking culture of excellence and collaboration.
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📝Population in occupied areas 2024: 489,308
De facto statistical service reports population at 489,308 in 2024. Births fell to 3,382 while deaths reached 1,745. Men 264,887; women 224,421. Notable increases in age groups: 20–24 years 76,022; 15–19 years 43,770; 40–44 years 43,073. Annual totals: 2019–420,556; 2020–419,810; 2021–448,268; 2022–462,747; 2023–476,214. Data point to growth among young adults and a modest rise in middle-age cohorts, with lower birth figures in 2024.
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🧸 Scandal on a Larnaca-bound flight: passenger nearly removed over a forgotten toy
An unusual incident occurred on a Cyprus Airways flight from Paris to Larnaca. Before departure, an airport staff member brought a plush teddy bear into the cabin after it was found near the boarding gate and asked if it belonged to anyone. No one responded, so the toy was handed to a flight attendant and placed in the overhead luggage compartment.

One passenger became outraged and insisted that the discovery be reported to the captain, calling the item a potential security threat. The captain contacted ground services and received confirmation that the teddy bear had been inspected and posed no danger.

However, the man continued to press the issue and was told that if he wished, he could leave the aircraft. Despite the dispute, the flight departed without delays, and the owner of the toy never came forward.
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Dust returns, rain due and warming through weekend
High pressure now; weak low arrives tomorrow. From Friday dust will float intermittently.

Tonight mostly clear; patchy low clouds or fog possible inland and east. Winds light downslope 3 Bft; sea calm to slight. Temps: inland ~5°C, south/east coasts ~7°C, other coasts ~8°C, high mountains ~3°C with local frost.

Tomorrow fair then becoming partly to mostly cloudy. NE–SE winds 3–4 Bft, gusts 4–5 Bft in windward areas; sea locally a bit rough. Day temps: inland/west ~18°C, other coasts ~19°C, mountains ~12°C.

Evening mainly cloudy; isolated light shower possible.

Fri–Sat periods of cloud, local rain and isolated thunder; improvement from Saturday afternoon. Sunday mostly fair. Temps steady Friday, rising to above average by Sunday.

💊Drug price update raises co‑payments for 197 medicines
From Feb 2 Ministry of Health updated 2026 drug prices, OAY reports. Contribution II changes for 291 of 2,419 reimbursed products: 94 see lower co‑payment, 197 higher. Cheapest medicine in each group fully reimbursed; beneficiary pays €1 supplement. If doctor prescribes a costlier product, patient pays the price difference. Beneficiaries urged to check revised list with their doctor or pharmacist and to request equivalent products with zero Contribution II.
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💦Water Development Department: 10% Reduction Not Equal to Widespread Water Cuts
Department clarifies: the 10% reduction is not a household shut-off programme and does not set supply schedules. The cut applies to total volume delivered to local authorities as a precautionary demand-management measure to preserve reserves and avoid stricter measures. It targets overconsumption and aims to prevent household rationing. A 10% saving, nationally roughly 10 million cubic metres, is a common drought tool to help keep the system operational into 2026. Early action reduces the need for wider interventions; coordination with local authorities continues. If each consumer trims daily use by ~10%, impacts on everyday life should be limited.
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🏍️Motorcycle Catches Fire in Limassol
14:53, Wed 4 Feb 2026 — Agias Fylaxeos, near Laniteio.
Serious road collision reported. A vehicle was stationary in the middle of the road, blocking both lanes.
A motorcycle was later found on the carriageway, engulfed in flames after the impact.
Emergency services attended the scene; information on casualties has not been released.
A circulating video captures the moment the motorcycle ignites.
Traffic was disrupted in both directions. Authorities are investigating.
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⚠️Nestlé recalls infant formula batches in Cyprus over possible cereulide contamination
Cyprus Ministry of Health issues voluntary precautionary recall after potential cereulide toxin from Bacillus cereus.
List expanded after notices of 8 and 12 January; new entry S-26 GOLD 1 (400g) batch 53280346AB, best before 30 Nov 2027.
Affected: specific batches of S-26 GOLD 1, NAN EXPERTpro Sensitive Plus, NAN EXPERTpro Lactose Free and Nestlé NAN Optipro 1 — recall applies only to listed batch numbers and expiry dates.
Do not use affected batches; return to retailer.
Investigations ongoing; further notices if parallel imports or unauthorised distributors identified.
Parents who bought formula abroad or online should check purchases.
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💶€85 Fine for Parking at EV Charging Points
Law change: Amendment to the Extrajudicial Fines Law, published in the Official Gazette on 09/12/2025. A fixed extrajudicial fine of €85 will be issued to drivers who park at publicly accessible electric vehicle charging points. The penalty applies to non-electric vehicles occupying charger bays and to electric vehicles that remain parked there without being connected and actively charging. It covers on-street chargers and chargers in public car parks. The measure aims to keep charging points available for users; drivers should only occupy these bays while charging.
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🎤Cyprus Paralympic Committee asks EU to review MEP Feidias' remarks
Committee sent formal letters to European Parliament, ethics bodies enforcing the MEP Code of Conduct and the European Ombudsman, asking review of public statements by an MEP that offended people with intellectual disabilities and the Paralympic Movement. Committee also informed European disability networks and Paralympic organisations, requesting their active intervention. Actions aim to protect human dignity and proper public discourse, not to target individuals. Committee says Paralympic Movement must not be used for PR or political score‑settling; will continue institutional follow‑up and report developments. New complaint over alleged athlete data breach also noted.
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🔥 Motorcycle Fire After Road Accident Causes Traffic Chaos on Agias Fylaxeos in Limassol
Yesterday afternoon, a serious road traffic accident occurred on Agias Fylaxeos Street in Limassol, leading to a fire and major disruption to traffic. According to eyewitnesses and footage from the scene, a car came to a stop in the middle of the road, blocking both lanes, while a motorcycle nearby was engulfed in flames.

Preliminary information suggests that the motorcycle collided with the vehicle, after which the rider fell onto the road and the motorcycle caught fire. The exact circumstances of the crash are still under investigation.

As reported by a passing driver who recorded the incident, the motorcyclist was in satisfactory condition and, according to initial information, did not suffer serious injuries.

Bystanders acted quickly and attempted to contain the fire using a fire extinguisher to prevent it from spreading further. Thick black smoke rose above the area, debris was scattered across the roadway, and the gathering crowd and vehicles caused severe traffic congestion in both directions.
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