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๐ Cyprus Launches Large-Scale Water Saving Campaign
The water level in Cyprus reservoirs has dropped to 20%, prompting authorities to launch a nationwide campaign called โWater for Tomorrow.โ The goal is to reduce water consumption by 10%, saving around 10 million cubic meters of water by 2026.
Currently, the average daily water use per person is about 140 liters, with authorities aiming to reduce it to 125 liters. As part of the initiative, 3 million water-saving faucet attachments will be distributed free of charge to approximately 600,000 households across the island.
Schools will also participate in the program: systems for reusing water will be installed, and students will be educated about responsible water consumption.
The campaign will be supported by informational films about the Kouris Dam and a mobile application designed to help residents monitor their water usage.
The water level in Cyprus reservoirs has dropped to 20%, prompting authorities to launch a nationwide campaign called โWater for Tomorrow.โ The goal is to reduce water consumption by 10%, saving around 10 million cubic meters of water by 2026.
Currently, the average daily water use per person is about 140 liters, with authorities aiming to reduce it to 125 liters. As part of the initiative, 3 million water-saving faucet attachments will be distributed free of charge to approximately 600,000 households across the island.
Schools will also participate in the program: systems for reusing water will be installed, and students will be educated about responsible water consumption.
The campaign will be supported by informational films about the Kouris Dam and a mobile application designed to help residents monitor their water usage.
๐ Reuters: Fuel Prices Likely to Remain High for Weeks Even if the War Ends
According to Reuters, global fuel prices may remain elevated for several weeks or even months, even if the conflict in the Middle East ends soon.
Oil prices have surged to nearly $120 per barrel, largely due to disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz โ a critical shipping route through which about 20% of the worldโs oil supply passes.
Reports indicate that Iraq has reduced oil production by around 70%, while Kuwait has declared force majeure amid logistical and security concerns. Meanwhile, storage facilities in several regions are reportedly reaching capacity.
Experts warn that global supply chains have already been disrupted, meaning fuel markets may take time to stabilize. As a result, drivers and businesses should prepare for sustained high fuel prices in the near term.
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According to Reuters, global fuel prices may remain elevated for several weeks or even months, even if the conflict in the Middle East ends soon.
Oil prices have surged to nearly $120 per barrel, largely due to disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz โ a critical shipping route through which about 20% of the worldโs oil supply passes.
Reports indicate that Iraq has reduced oil production by around 70%, while Kuwait has declared force majeure amid logistical and security concerns. Meanwhile, storage facilities in several regions are reportedly reaching capacity.
Experts warn that global supply chains have already been disrupted, meaning fuel markets may take time to stabilize. As a result, drivers and businesses should prepare for sustained high fuel prices in the near term.
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๐ Artificial Intelligence Reportedly Used at Large Scale in Warfare for the First Time
Artificial intelligence has reportedly played a major operational role in a recent military campaign, marking one of the first large-scale uses of AI in modern warfare. During a strike against Iran on February 28, advanced systems were used to analyze satellite imagery and intelligence data, dramatically reducing the time between target detection and strike execution. According to reports, engaging more than 1,000 targets within 24 hours would have been extremely difficult without automated AI-assisted analysis.
Earlier, an Israeli system known as โLavenderโ was reportedly used during operations in Gaza Strip, where algorithms processed large datasets to identify potential targets. In another controversial case linked to events in Venezuela during an alleged attempt to capture Nicolรกs Maduro, a language model called Claude was reportedly used to analyze satellite imagery.
These developments have sparked debate among AI developers and researchers, many of whom warn that most AI usage policies prohibit the application of such technologies for violent or military purposes, raising serious ethical and regulatory concerns.
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Artificial intelligence has reportedly played a major operational role in a recent military campaign, marking one of the first large-scale uses of AI in modern warfare. During a strike against Iran on February 28, advanced systems were used to analyze satellite imagery and intelligence data, dramatically reducing the time between target detection and strike execution. According to reports, engaging more than 1,000 targets within 24 hours would have been extremely difficult without automated AI-assisted analysis.
Earlier, an Israeli system known as โLavenderโ was reportedly used during operations in Gaza Strip, where algorithms processed large datasets to identify potential targets. In another controversial case linked to events in Venezuela during an alleged attempt to capture Nicolรกs Maduro, a language model called Claude was reportedly used to analyze satellite imagery.
These developments have sparked debate among AI developers and researchers, many of whom warn that most AI usage policies prohibit the application of such technologies for violent or military purposes, raising serious ethical and regulatory concerns.
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๐ New Attack on Nurse in Limassol Emergency Department โ Union Demands Investigation
The trade union PASYDY has condemned another incident of violence at the emergency department of Limassol General Hospital. The incident occurred on Sunday morning, when a nurse was reportedly attacked while on duty.
PASYDY is calling on the State Health Services Organisation (OKYPY) and the police to immediately investigate the incident and assess whether the agreed security measures in hospital emergency departments are functioning properly.
The union stressed that protecting healthcare workers must be an unconditional priority for the state, and that those responsible for such acts of violence must be held accountable under the law.
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The trade union PASYDY has condemned another incident of violence at the emergency department of Limassol General Hospital. The incident occurred on Sunday morning, when a nurse was reportedly attacked while on duty.
PASYDY is calling on the State Health Services Organisation (OKYPY) and the police to immediately investigate the incident and assess whether the agreed security measures in hospital emergency departments are functioning properly.
The union stressed that protecting healthcare workers must be an unconditional priority for the state, and that those responsible for such acts of violence must be held accountable under the law.
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๐Cyprus Suspends Livestock Culling and Urges EU to Allow Vaccination Instead
Cyprus has temporarily suspended the mass culling of livestock amid the ongoing outbreak of Foot-and-Mouth Disease and is urging the European Union to allow nationwide vaccination as an alternative to large-scale slaughter.
The virus has already been confirmed in 34 farms, with 14,166 animals culled so far and around 30,000 more at risk. President Nikos Christodoulides is expected to personally appeal to Ursula von der Leyen, calling for flexibility in EU protocols that currently prioritize mass culling to control outbreaks.
Authorities argue that Cyprusโ island geography and proximity to the occupied northern territories make it difficult to fully prevent the virus from entering the island. Officials say that repeatedly destroying livestock is not a sustainable solution and that vaccination of the entire herd would be more effective.
Until a decision is made at the EU level, culling operations have been paused. Cyprus is also seeking recognition as a โvaccination-based disease-free zoneโ, a status that would help protect livestock while preserving exports of the islandโs key product โ Halloumi.
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Cyprus has temporarily suspended the mass culling of livestock amid the ongoing outbreak of Foot-and-Mouth Disease and is urging the European Union to allow nationwide vaccination as an alternative to large-scale slaughter.
The virus has already been confirmed in 34 farms, with 14,166 animals culled so far and around 30,000 more at risk. President Nikos Christodoulides is expected to personally appeal to Ursula von der Leyen, calling for flexibility in EU protocols that currently prioritize mass culling to control outbreaks.
Authorities argue that Cyprusโ island geography and proximity to the occupied northern territories make it difficult to fully prevent the virus from entering the island. Officials say that repeatedly destroying livestock is not a sustainable solution and that vaccination of the entire herd would be more effective.
Until a decision is made at the EU level, culling operations have been paused. Cyprus is also seeking recognition as a โvaccination-based disease-free zoneโ, a status that would help protect livestock while preserving exports of the islandโs key product โ Halloumi.
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๐ Two Days Left: Vehicle Registration in Cyprus Must Be Renewed by March 11
Vehicle owners in Cyprus have until midnight on Wednesday, March 11, to renew their road tax licenses without any penalties. Starting March 12, late renewals will incur an additional โฌ10 fine plus 10% of the annual fee.
As of March 8, a total of 677,133 vehicles have already had their documents renewed. The license can be extended online for a period of 3 to 12 months. To complete the process, vehicles must have a valid roadworthiness certificate (MOT) and active insurance.
If you do not plan to use your vehicle this year, you must submit a vehicle immobilization declaration, otherwise the tax will still be charged. Damaged or unusable vehicles must be officially deregistered by providing a scrappage certificate.
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Vehicle owners in Cyprus have until midnight on Wednesday, March 11, to renew their road tax licenses without any penalties. Starting March 12, late renewals will incur an additional โฌ10 fine plus 10% of the annual fee.
As of March 8, a total of 677,133 vehicles have already had their documents renewed. The license can be extended online for a period of 3 to 12 months. To complete the process, vehicles must have a valid roadworthiness certificate (MOT) and active insurance.
If you do not plan to use your vehicle this year, you must submit a vehicle immobilization declaration, otherwise the tax will still be charged. Damaged or unusable vehicles must be officially deregistered by providing a scrappage certificate.
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๐ Two Days Left: Vehicle Registration in Cyprus Must Be Renewed by March 11
Vehicle owners in Cyprus have until midnight on Wednesday, March 11, to renew their road tax licenses without any penalties. Starting March 12, late renewals will incur an additional โฌ10 fine plus 10% of the annual fee.
As of March 8, a total of 677,133 vehicles have already had their documents renewed. The license can be extended online for a period of 3 to 12 months. To complete the process, vehicles must have a valid roadworthiness certificate (MOT) and active insurance.
If you do not plan to use your vehicle this year, you must submit a vehicle immobilization declaration, otherwise the tax will still be charged. Damaged or unusable vehicles must be officially deregistered by providing a scrappage certificate.
Vehicle owners in Cyprus have until midnight on Wednesday, March 11, to renew their road tax licenses without any penalties. Starting March 12, late renewals will incur an additional โฌ10 fine plus 10% of the annual fee.
As of March 8, a total of 677,133 vehicles have already had their documents renewed. The license can be extended online for a period of 3 to 12 months. To complete the process, vehicles must have a valid roadworthiness certificate (MOT) and active insurance.
If you do not plan to use your vehicle this year, you must submit a vehicle immobilization declaration, otherwise the tax will still be charged. Damaged or unusable vehicles must be officially deregistered by providing a scrappage certificate.
๐ชIran Moves Toward Full-Scale Warfare
Iranโs Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) will begin launching only heavy missiles with warheads weighing around one ton, according to Iranian Aerospace Forces commander Mousavi. A single missile of this type could reportedly destroy a fortified bunker or even an entire city block.
The range, intensity, and duration of the attacks are expected to increase. Mousavi stated that Iran is now moving toward the deployment of its heaviest weapons.
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Iranโs Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) will begin launching only heavy missiles with warheads weighing around one ton, according to Iranian Aerospace Forces commander Mousavi. A single missile of this type could reportedly destroy a fortified bunker or even an entire city block.
The range, intensity, and duration of the attacks are expected to increase. Mousavi stated that Iran is now moving toward the deployment of its heaviest weapons.
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2026-03-09 20:24 UTC
โ๏ธTrump Reportedly Unhappy With Mojtaba Khamenei Becoming Iranโs Supreme Leader โ Fox News
โ๏ธTrump Would Support the Elimination of Iranโs New Supreme Leader if He Refuses to Concede to U.S. Demands โ The Wall Street Journal
According to the report, Israel โ not the United States โ would likely carry out the direct operation against Iranโs new leader, the newspaper notes.
The report also states that Donald Trump would support the elimination of Iranโs newly appointed Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, if he refuses to comply with U.S. demands, including halting Iranโs nuclear development program.
๐จ๐พ **Amid these developments, tensions in the region may continue to grow โ and the situation around Cyprus is likely to remain unstable.
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โ๏ธTrump Would Support the Elimination of Iranโs New Supreme Leader if He Refuses to Concede to U.S. Demands โ The Wall Street Journal
According to the report, Israel โ not the United States โ would likely carry out the direct operation against Iranโs new leader, the newspaper notes.
The report also states that Donald Trump would support the elimination of Iranโs newly appointed Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, if he refuses to comply with U.S. demands, including halting Iranโs nuclear development program.
๐จ๐พ **Amid these developments, tensions in the region may continue to grow โ and the situation around Cyprus is likely to remain unstable.
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๐ช Iran Issues Stark Warning About Possible Long War With the U.S.
Iranian officials say the country is prepared for a prolonged confrontation with the United States. IRGC General Ebrahim Jabbari stated that Iran could sustain a long conflict if tensions escalate.
โWe are ready for a war with the United States that could last up to ten years. As someone familiar with warfare, I can say with certainty โ at least ten years,โ Jabbari said.
๐ฌAmid these statements, some residents in Cyprus are watching the situation with concern, hoping that rising tensions in the region will not spill over and affect the island.
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Iranian officials say the country is prepared for a prolonged confrontation with the United States. IRGC General Ebrahim Jabbari stated that Iran could sustain a long conflict if tensions escalate.
โWe are ready for a war with the United States that could last up to ten years. As someone familiar with warfare, I can say with certainty โ at least ten years,โ Jabbari said.
๐ฌAmid these statements, some residents in Cyprus are watching the situation with concern, hoping that rising tensions in the region will not spill over and affect the island.
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โ ๏ธ Ankara Sends Warning to Iran After Missile Incident
Turkish authorities said that following a second missile launch in the region, Ankara delivered a strong warning to Tehran. The statement was made by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoฤan.
According to SigmaLive, the missile passed through regional airspace and was intercepted by NATO defense systems. After the incident, Turkey made it clear to Iran that such actions could lead to serious consequences.
In response to the situation, Turkey has increased its military readiness and strengthened the presence of its forces in the region.
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Turkish authorities said that following a second missile launch in the region, Ankara delivered a strong warning to Tehran. The statement was made by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoฤan.
According to SigmaLive, the missile passed through regional airspace and was intercepted by NATO defense systems. After the incident, Turkey made it clear to Iran that such actions could lead to serious consequences.
In response to the situation, Turkey has increased its military readiness and strengthened the presence of its forces in the region.
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