🌷💣Blast damages florist shop in Kato Polemidia
01:30 — Two individuals approached a florist owned by a 49-year-old woman in Kato Polemidia. They placed a homemade explosive device containing a low‑power explosive, detonated it and fled on foot. The blast caused extensive damage to the shop's facade and shattered windows, and damaged two vehicles parked outside. The explosion was loud and woke several Limassol neighborhoods. Police have launched a full investigation, are examining CCTV and forensic evidence. Owner to be summoned for questioning. Public asked to provide any footage or tips.
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📄Cypriot elected vice-president of UK Diplomatic Press Attachés Association
Eliza Antoniou, head of press at the Cypriot High Commission in London, was elected vice-president of the Diplomatic Press Attachés Association (DPAAL).
DPAAL, founded in 2010, is a UK network of embassy communications and public diplomacy staff linking missions with British media through events and briefings.
Antoniou will serve as a key channel to British and community media, the public and the diaspora.
She will attend EU briefings, foreign correspondents' meetings and events by other embassies and the Commonwealth.
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💍Ukrainian woman's marriage to Cypriot ruled sham; husband lived in office
Appeal dismissed, Court confirms administrative finding. Woman arrived 2000, married 2007, gained residence as spouse. From 2011 probe found no cohabitation: neighbours did not know husband, woman lived with child, husband used office as residence. Investigators noted absence of his belongings, third-party incidents, contradictory statements, and reports of his other relationships. Advisory committee in 2015 found marriage simulated, Minister upheld decision; Court says evidence met legal criteria, residence permit cancelled, deportation possible, appeal costs €4,000 imposed.
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🥃Nicosia: 43-year-old arrested for driving heavily intoxicated, to face court
At about 20:20 last night a vehicle was stopped for check on Agias Annas Street in Strovolos. The driver, a 43‑year‑old man, showed signs of intoxication. He was taken to Nicosia Traffic Police offices and subjected to a final breathalyzer, registering 148 μg% versus the legal limit of 22 μg%. The suspect was arrested and detained; he is expected to appear today before the Nicosia District Court for immediate arraignment on the traffic offence. Agios Dometios Police Station continues inquiries.
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🤯Larnaca: 36-year-old detained after knife threats against two women
Man remanded for eight days by Larnaca District Court over Wednesday afternoon apartment incident.
Suspect, 36, of African origin, arrested after police negotiators and specialist teams secured the scene.
He allegedly threatened two African women with a knife and kept them inside.
One woman released early; second freed after negotiation.
Both victims taken to hospital with minor injuries; suspect uninjured.
Case under investigation for abduction, threats, assault, knife possession and illegal entry.
Suspect said to be a visitor; no clear motive given.
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📃Demosthenous murder: 28-year-old defendant remains charged
28-year-old alleged getaway driver stays under indictment in slaying of 49-year-old businessman Stavros Demosthenous. Defense lawyer protested at Tuesday hearing against his detention, arguing client not involved, has given sufficient explanations for being at scene and maintains strong ties to the Republic. Prosecutor noted an EU arrest warrant was required for him, suggesting flight risk. Court reserved ruling on the objection and on Thursday morning rejected it. Five of six suspects remain in custody at Central Prisons; a 51-year-old is free under restrictive conditions.
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⚠️Forest road Louvaras–Apsiou closed after landslides⚠️
Forestry Department: The Louvaras–Apsiou (Kakoplevris) forest road is closed to traffic from Thursday 26 March 2026 until further notice due to landslides that deposited masses of earth and rock on the roadway.
Access is prohibited; drivers and local residents should avoid the stretch and follow alternative routes.
The Department apologizes for any inconvenience and will issue a fresh announcement when debris have been removed and the road is inspected and declared safe for vehicle passage.
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🧑‍⚖️Parliament starts debate on new migration and asylum law
Interior Committee began Thursday to replace the Refugees Law and align procedures with the EU pact. Committee chair Aristos Damianou said a 240‑page revision filed March 6 is under review; ministries, services and civil society presented views. Main issues are protections for unaccompanied children and compliance with national obligations. Text to go to plenary, possibly completed by the next term. ELAM MP Sotiris Ioannou said the pact tightens rules, shortens deadlines, limits file reopenings, presumes adulthood if age tests refused, and called for stricter NGO oversight; he warned changes won’t instantly remove thousands of migrants.
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📄Koumis: Tourist bookings rebound after geopolitical pressures
Kostas Koumis said bookings have begun to recover after about 20 days of slowdown, speaking at the PASYDIXE annual meeting. Government moved quickly to protect safety and Cyprus’s image and stresses the island remains a safe destination. Cyprus’ presence at ITB Berlin reassured partners and helped reinstate flight schedules. Measures target hotel employment, air connectivity and stepped-up promotion. New PASYDIXE president Nikolas Aristou called for quality upgrades, staff investment, cooperation, sustainability and innovation. Former president Marios Ellinas urged normal operation and staff support; cancellations versus new bookings are improving. KEVE urged collective action on connectivity, seasonality and high‑value experiences. Koumis presented a plaque to Ellinas.
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🚫Court orders review of undisclosed prison documents
Defense raised disclosure and fair‑trial issues in trial over Central Prisons files. Court unanimously ordered undisclosed documents submitted for judge to decide if classified. Accused include former Prisons Director Anna Aristotelous, deputy Athena Dimitriou, five staff and one ex‑member now police officer. Charges cover conspiracy, theft of thousands of documents, prison plans, digital devices and abuse of power for removing material to a guard’s home; Aristotelous faces extra count over alleged leak. Prosecution withheld 2,900 redacted items. Court ruled prosecution must justify exceptions, allowed defence inspection; stay request denied. Next arguments April 24.
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