A 22-year-old Greek Cypriot has been remanded in custody for six days as a suspect in an alleged attempted murder after a 19-year-old was struck by a car outside a nightclub near Larnaca Marina in…

Police in Larnaca, Cyprus, are investigating a suspected attempted murder after a 22-year-old Greek Cypriot allegedly drove his car into a 19-year-old man outside a nightclub. The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning and also involves allegations of other acts.

A 19-year-old man was injured after being stabbed during an argument at a music and dance venue in the Mackenzie area of Larnaca, Cyprus, on Sunday night, prompting a police investigation.

Firefighters in Larnaca, Cyprus, rescued an injured worker who fell approximately two meters from a two-storey wooden house under construction. The Fire Service responded to a request from ambulance services to assist in the rescue operation.

A funeral service was held for Resat Ahmet, one of four men killed in an ambush during intercommunal violence in Larnaca in 1964, whose remains were recently discovered by the Committee on Missing Persons. The ceremony brings closure to a long-standing case.

An interview profile with artist Christina Stavri-Sakka, discussing her life in Larnaca, Cyprus, and her daily routine.

The interior ministry in Cyprus is reviewing "Polyvios" evacuation plans for Larnaca and Limassol ahead of the upcoming wildfire season, with completion expected by the end of April.

Police in Larnaca, Cyprus, arrested a 64-year-old man after finding 60 firecrackers in his vehicle during a stop.

A house fire broke out in Larnaca, Cyprus, on Wednesday morning, damaging a residence where six people lived. All occupants safely evacuated before the fire department arrived.

Police in Larnaca, Cyprus, fired warning shots during a high-speed chase to apprehend a 25-year-old suspect who rammed a patrol car and assaulted officers in the Dromolaxia rural area.

Cyprus's veterinary service confirmed two new cases of foot-and-mouth disease in Dromolaxia, bringing the total number of affected units to 54 across Larnaca and Nicosia. The latest infections involve small groups of sheep and goats.

The Larnaca–Dhekelia road project in Cyprus has requested another extension, meaning the city's main tourist strip will remain an active building site for a fourth consecutive year. The ongoing construction impacts the area ahead of the summer season.

An agreement was signed for the construction of a new Cyprus University of Technology (Tepak) building in Larnaca, which will house the School of Marine Sciences, Technology and Sustainable Development. The campus is expected to host 500 students by autumn 2028.

Around 90 Ukrainian volunteers and local Cypriots collaborated to clean, paint, and replant the Odesa municipal park in Larnaca, planting 44 trees and installing a plaque dedicated to Ukrainian-Cypriot friendship.

The Larnaca district government in Cyprus has implemented immediate measures to conserve water, including reducing pressure in supply networks, repairing damage, and launching awareness campaigns in schools, due to growing concerns about water scarcity.

Over 200 individuals gathered in Larnaca for the first Co-Creators Assembly of the Larnaca 2030 European Capital of Culture programme, marking a new phase for the initiative.

A one-eyed cat named Bibi has gone missing during an animal transfer at Larnaca Airport, marking the second such incident in six months and prompting demands for an investigation from environmental groups.

The justice ministry announced the partial opening of a new migrant centre in Limnes, near Menoyia in the Larnaca district, marking a significant upgrade in the state's infrastructure for migrant management.

A Game and Fauna Service officer in Cyprus was rushed to the hospital after inhaling toxic fumes from a powerful disinfectant while assisting with foot-and-mouth disease prevention measures in the Larnaca district.

Police officers on patrol in Oroklini, Larnaca, rescued a 36-year-old man from a house fire after spotting the blaze and entering the property through a window to find him asleep inside.

A hostage crisis in central Larnaca successfully concluded on Wednesday afternoon after police negotiators persuaded a man to release two women he was holding at knifepoint. The standoff began around 3:35 pm at an apartment block on Polygyrou Street.

The House refugee committee in Cyprus has called for an immediate halt to rent increase notices for artists and craftsmen operating in Turkish Cypriot properties at the Mesoyios artists’ park in Larnaca.

District offices across Cyprus will remain open on Saturday for voter registrations, as the deadline approaches next Thursday, with offices in Nicosia, Limassol, Larnaca, Paphos, and Paralimni all participating.

The Larnaca Chamber of Commerce and Industry has unanimously endorsed plans for the separation of the city’s port and marina, advocating for the development of a modern, commercial, multifunctional port.

Customs officials at Larnaca Airport seized undeclared luxury goods worth thousands of euros from two passengers of Russian origin holding Cypriot citizenship.

Water inflows into dams in Cyprus's Larnaca and Famagusta districts are significantly lower than last year's levels, according to recent figures from the Water Development Department.

One person has been arrested following a fight in Larnaca on Wednesday night that resulted in two individuals being injured.

Cyprus has a full cultural calendar on Thursday, with screenings, concerts, lectures, theatre performances, auctions and exhibitions running across Nicosia, Limassol, Larnaca and Paphos.

The trial of a 22-year-old man accused of attempted murder in Larnaca has been postponed until May 4 due to the court's heavy workload. The defendant had previously pleaded not guilty.

A 59-year-old man, who was in police custody for a fraud investigation, died at Larnaca general hospital after suffering a cardiac arrest.

A 35-year-old man from the United States was sentenced to 12 years in prison by the Larnaca permanent criminal court for importing 15kg of cannabis. The man admitted to charges of importing and supplying drugs, as well as impersonation.

Foot-and-mouth disease has reached the Geri and Idalion area — one of the most important centres of Cyprus’s dairy industry — after breaking through the 10km surveillance zone that had contained the…

The Cyprus Fire Service handled 38 incidents across the island in the past 24 hours, primarily due to strong winds, with most occurrences reported in the Larnaca district.

How many people fly in and out of Cyprus each year? Take a guess. A million? 10 million? The actual figure is staggering: close on 13 million passengers pass through Larnaca and Paphos airports every 12 months! Now, how many do you think arrive by sea? Because Cyprus, after all, has an astonishing maritime history; […]

Livestock farmers in the Larnaca district on Wednesday staged a protest against the ongoing culling of animals in the aftermath of an outbreak of foot and mouth disease in the area in recent weeks.

House President Annita Demetriou on Wednesday demanded the resignation of Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou over the ongoing outbreak of foot and mouth disease, which has centred on the Larnaca district in recent weeks. More to follow…

A total of 38 incidences of foot and mouth disease have been detected since the start of the outbreak of the disease in Larnaca last month, veterinary services department spokeswoman Sotiria…

A Lebanese man, suspected of planning terrorist attacks in European countries on behalf of Hamas, was arrested at Larnaca airport in Cyprus based on a European arrest warrant.

A preventive alarm was raised in Larnaca after a suitcase was found near the Chief Rabbi's residence, prompting immediate security checks, while journalist checks were also conducted at Akrotiri.

The government continuing flights to repatriate Cypriots and Cyprus residents back to the island with a fourth flight carrying 170 passengers set to arrive at Larnaca airport at 8pm on Saturday…

A Greek Cypriot diver died after being found “in distress” near the Zenobia shipwreck off the Larnaca coast by the Joint Rescue and Coordination Centre (JRCC), it said on Saturday. According to the JRCC, the man was rescued via speedboat by the port and maritime police and later transferred to an ambulance before being admitted […]

Eight new cases of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) have been identified in Livadia and one in Dromolaxia, with more than 7,000 animals culled since the outbreak began, the Veterinary Services said on Friday. Speaking at a press conference, Veterinary Services spokesperson Sotiria Georgiadou said the new cases involve eight sheep and goat units in Livadia and […]

The president of the Larnaca district self-government organisation has called for a clear strategic plan to guide decisions on livestock farming, emphasizing the 'tragic' situation facing the primary sector in Cyprus.

Two unique concerts with talented young musicians are coming to Larnaca and Nicosia by Sistema Cyprus.

The Larnaca-Ayia Napa highway will be closed for two hours on Thursday evening for the reconstruction of a fatal accident that happened on February 13, the Dhekelia British bases police announced. The highway will close at 9pm and reopen at 11pm, in the direction of Ayia Napa, between exits 63 for the local stadium and […]

A repatriation flight carrying 180 Cypriots from Dubai safely landed at Larnaca airport, bringing them home amid Middle East tensions.

German airline Lufthansa has announced the suspension of its flights to and from Larnaca, Cyprus, until March 6, with no Lufthansa aircraft operating from the airport during this period.

The Department of Public Works announced roadworks on highways in the Paphos and Larnaca districts on Wednesday. Maintenance on electronic signs will also be carried out on the Limassol-Paphos highway from 9 am to 5 pm.

Images from Larnaca Airport show the terminal largely deserted after the cancellation of more than 60 flights across Cyprus in the wake of Iranian drone attacks on the RAF Akrotiri base.

A total of 48 flights between Cyprus and the Middle East were cancelled on Sunday, Hermes airports told the Cyprus News Agency.

Two paddleboarders were rescued off the coast of Pervolia on Friday after being swept out to sea, prompting activation of the national emergency response plan Nearchos. The joint rescue and coordination centre (JRCC) confirmed the operation began at 10.15am, when the two individuals were reported in danger. A helicopter from the 460th naval rescue squadron […]

Recognising the seriousness of the public health crisis arising from confirmed cases of Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) in the Larnaca district, Bank of Cyprus (BoC) has proceeded with the immediate…

The amount of water being supplied to the Larnaca district has been reduced, the Larnaca district government said on Wednesday, with the water pressure in the district’s pipes having been reduced. It said the water pressure had been reduced on Tuesday, as part of measures the district government is undertaking to “rationalise water use and […]

Cases of foot and mouth disease in livestock units in Larnaca most likely originated in the north, head of the Turkish Cypriot Veterinary Association Burak Toskoy said on Tuesday. “It remains unknown

Cypriot health authorities have launched a large-scale operation to cull 13,000 animals in the Larnaca region to contain an outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease.

All buildings along the Larnaca-Dhekelia road will be without water until 3pm on Tuesday, due to planned works to improve the water supply network. The water was cut off at 7am from the Oroklini fire station roundabout till the junction near KOT beach. Consumers are urged to use water sparingly to meet their needs with […]

A 17-year-old appeared before the Larnaca court on Monday in connection with a house burglary in Kornos during which €72,950 and two hunting shotguns were stolen. The court ordered the teenager be remanded for seven days. Court proceedings were held behind closed doors as the suspect is a minor, the police said. During questioning, the […]

A 20-year-old man has been arrested and remanded in custody in connection with a mass brawl that occurred in Larnaca last month, accused of transporting a weapon.

Seven 'green point' rubbish tips in Cyprus's Larnaca district have been closed indefinitely due to an ongoing outbreak of foot and mouth disease, as confirmed by the district governor.

Police in Cyprus are actively searching for a 24-year-old suspect in connection with an attempted murder at a nightclub in Larnaca. The investigation into the stabbing incident is ongoing.

A 13-year-old boy is in serious condition at Makarios hospital following an electric scooter accident in Larnaca, Cyprus. The incident occurred on Sunday morning.

A boat was completely destroyed by a fire that broke out in the village of Kofinou in the Larnaca district of Cyprus. The boat was on a trailer in a field, despite the village not having a coastline.

A 57-year-old man has been remanded by the Larnaca district court for six days in connection with an investigation into assisting the illegal entry of third-country nationals into the Republic of Cyprus.

A Turkish national, wanted in Turkey for at least nine criminal offenses and accused of defrauding victims online as a metaphysical healer, was arrested in Larnaca after allegedly crossing illegally into the Republic of Cyprus from the occupied areas.

Cyprus's foot-and-mouth disease outbreak has spread to 70 infected units, with four new cases confirmed in goat and sheep farms in Larnaca and Nicosia. The Veterinary Services reported the new infections in Dromolaxia-Meneou and Geri.

The dispute over the future of the Larnaca port and marina project in Cyprus has intensified after Transport Minister Alexis Vafeades blocked the Ports Authority (CPA) from presenting development proposals. Larnaca Mayor Andreas Vyras has also commented on the situation.

Tension is rising in Larnaca, Cyprus, regarding government plans for the port and marina, as the Transport Minister has blocked a Cyprus Ports Authority proposal, leading the mayor to call an emergency meeting.

A security guard who stabbed a colleague at the Kofinou Migrant Reception and Accommodation Centre after being criticized for his work has been sentenced to four years in prison by the Larnaca Permanent Criminal Court.

A new study by BirdLife Cyprus found elevated levels of toxic lead in the sediment and soil of two vital Natura 2000 wetlands in Larnaca and Paralimni, attributing the contamination to hunting activities.

The trial of five defendants linked to a January shooting incident in Larnaca, Cyprus, was postponed again by the permanent criminal court following a defense request for additional witness material.

An agreement has been signed for the construction of a new building for the University School of Marine Sciences, Technology and Sustainable Development of the Cyprus University of Technology in Larnaca.

Cyprus has escalated its weather warning to red due to a severe episode of African dust engulfing the island, leading to hazardous air quality. The Larnaca Municipality has instructed staff to suspend outdoor work and advised residents to stay indoors and close windows as airborne particle concentrations exceed 200 μg/m³.

A driver was trapped in their overturned vehicle in Athienou, Cyprus, and subsequently taken to Larnaca hospital early Wednesday morning after emergency crews responded to the collision.

A 19-year-old has been sentenced to two years in prison by the Larnaca district court for robbing a kiosk on March 29, 2025, where three hooded individuals threatened a worker and stole money.

Discover Airlines, a Lufthansa Group carrier, has commenced its first-ever operations to Cyprus, with Hermes Airports announcing the arrival of its flights at Larnaca Airport, connecting the island with German hubs.

Three separate collisions occurred on the Larnaca-Nicosia motorway near Lympia on Monday morning, leading to the temporary closure of both lanes and causing major delays. Police and ambulances attended the scene following the crashes, which all happened around 8:30 am.

Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman criticized the Republic of Cyprus for allegedly preventing a planned Eid al-Fitr visit to the Hala Sultan Tekkesi in Larnaca.

A police patrol car was attacked with firecrackers near a church in Larnaca, Cyprus, after officers responded to a report of a fire in a rubbish bin.

Authorities in Cyprus confirmed three new cases of foot and mouth disease in the Dromolaxia-Meneou area of Larnaca, bringing the total number of affected livestock units to 49.

Police in Cyprus are investigating a new case of online fraud where a 79-year-old man was conned out of €254,679 through a fake investment scheme after responding to an online advertisement in January 2026.

The trial of five men facing charges related to their involvement in a mass brawl in Larnaca on January 17 has been adjourned until next month, as defense lawyers requested additional time to review the evidence against their clients.

Cyprus hoteliers in Ayia Napa, Protaras, and Larnaca are warning of a sharp slowdown in early season bookings, as the Middle East war continues to weigh on travel demand, prompting Larnaca to initiate a comprehensive tourism drive to mitigate these negative effects.

A police van was stolen from a foot-and-mouth checkpoint in Aradippou, Cyprus, in the early hours of Thursday. An officer had briefly stepped out, reportedly leaving the keys in the ignition, and the suspect drove the vehicle to Larnaca.

By Claire Powell The confirmation of foot and mouth disease on a number of livestock units in the Larnaca region on February 20 is a chilling coincidence of dates.

An explosion at the Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) power station in Vasiliko, Larnaca district, injured two workers. The blast occurred in the station’s compressed air fire suppression system.

A fire broke out at an uninhabited house in Larnaca, Cyprus, just before midnight. Fire services found people inside the property where the fire started in waste materials.

European cinema hits the big screens as the Office of the European Parliament in Cyprus presents select film screenings.

The island’s art scene welcomes two new art exhibitions this week, this time in Larnaca and Paphos. On Friday, March 20, the Larnaca Municipal Art Gallery presents the retrospective exhibition by Andreas Paraskevas titled Testimonies of an Unseen Time. Curated by Suzana Anastasi, the exhibition brings together works spanning more than three decades of artistic […]

The budget of the Cyprus Ports Authority (CPA) features no spending on expansions or upgrades at Larnaca port, it emerged in parliament on Monday. MPs were reviewing the CPA’s balance sheet for 2026 – with expenditures at €84 million and projected revenues at €65 million. The only budgeted spending for the Larnaca port involves funds […]

A 35-year-old man from the United States has been sentenced to 12 years in prison by the Larnaca Permanent Criminal Court for importing 15kg of cannabis, after admitting to the charges.

Strong winds swept through the Larnaca and free Famagusta districts on Sunday, causing widespread damage, flattening landmarks like the 'Big Potato,' battering crops, damaging beaches, closing roads, and cutting power.

Several flights were cancelled on Saturday at both Larnaca and Paphos airports as disruptions to regional air travel continued to affect routes linked mainly to the Middle East.

Livestock farmers from across Cyprus gathered in Oroklini, blocking roads in an effort to stop the culling of sheep and goats at a colleague's unit, protesting the severe outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease in the Larnaca district.

The 28-year-old Azerbaijani man and his 27-year-old Estonian partner who were arrested over terrorism allegations in Cyprus have been deported to Estonia, local media reported on Friday. The pair had been in arrested on suspicion of terrorism after allegedly monitoring and photographing Israeli properties in Larnaca, Limassol and Paphos and remained in custody for two […]

The trial of a 33-year-old man accused of attempting to kill a 40-year-old with a cleaver in Tersefanou on January 18 began at Larnaca criminal court. The defendant faces multiple charges, including attempted murder.

The court case involving two businessmen, aged 47 and 43, arrested in connection with a January shooting in Larnaca city center, has been adjourned until June 17 following a defense request.

A 25-year-old man was arrested at Larnaca airport on a German warrant, suspected of being part of a Hamas-linked network planning attacks in Germany and other European countries.

The hostilities in the Middle East were discussed during a meeting between Larnaca school students and President Nikos Christodoulides on Monday, the latter reiterating that Cyprus wished to be part…

Med High is an international school located in Larnaca, Cyprus, established in 1995. We follow the UK National Curriculum, providing high-quality education to children aged 12 months to 18 years.

A diving instructor died on Saturday morning whilst conducting a dive with two trainees at the Zenobia wreck off Larnaca. The Larnaca Joint Rescue Coordination Centre received information at 9.40am on 7 March 2026 about a diver in danger in the sea area of the Zenobia wreck. A speedboat from the Port and Marine Police […]

A group of 37 Turkish Cypriots stranded in Dubai due to the ongoing regional conflict returned home through Larnaca airport on Thursday night. The group, which had been unable to secure flights directly to the north, arrived on a chartered flight. Mustafa Lakadamyali, the “undersecretary of foreign affairs” in the north, said efforts are continuing […]

Operations at Paphos International Airport returned to full capacity on Friday morning, following the drone-related security alerts earlier this week.

Residents in Larnaca, Cyprus, are experiencing reduced water supply, leading to lower pressure and erratic delivery schedules, which shifts attention to the importance of bathroom efficiency.

British Bases Police will close a section of the Larnaca–Agia Napa highway on March 5, 2026, for two hours to reconstruct a collision.

A security alert over Cyprus airspace due to a suspicious object forced an Aegean flight to return to Athens. This incident led to half of the passengers choosing not to fly again.

A 32-year-old foreign national accused of attempted murder escaped custody and left Cyprus for Romania, authorities confirmed on Wednesday, prompting an internal investigation into failures by state services. The suspect was due to appear before a criminal court on February 3 in connection with a stabbing in Larnaca. Instead, he was transferred to Athalassa hospital […]

Authorities in Larnaca, Cyprus, have culled approximately 1,300 sheep and goats in Aradippou and Livadia due to a foot-and-mouth disease outbreak, with plans to cull an additional 2,700 as containment efforts continue.

Global air travel remains severely disrupted following the war in Iran, with major hubs including Dubai, Doha and Abu Dhabi closed and tens of thousands of passengers stranded worldwide, Reuters…

There are reports of a powerful explosion in the area around Larnaca a short while ago.

Control measures remain in place on Saturday as Cyprus aims to stem the spread of an outbreak of foot and mouth disease which was detected in the Larnaca district earlier this month. As such, the ban on the movement of livestock and feed nationwide remains in place, with a 10-kilometre surveillance zone also being upheld. […]

Akel on Friday said Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou must “resign or be sacked”, lambasting her response to the wildfires which tore through the Limassol district last summer, water shortages, and the recent outbreak of foot and mouth disease in the Larnaca district. “The chain of failures and incompetence in her entire area of responsibility is […]

Two paddleboarders were rescued by helicopter off Pervolia beach near Larnaca on Friday morning after being swept away from shore by a sea current. The incident occurred at around 11:00 when the current began pulling the pair out to sea, prompting an immediate response from the authorities. A helicopter was deployed to the scene and […]

Farmers in Oroklini concealed foot-and-mouth disease symptoms in their herds for around two weeks before reporting them, allowing the virus to spread across Larnaca district, according to Veterinary…

Cypriot media criticizes authorities for their handling of a foot-and-mouth disease outbreak in Larnaca, drawing parallels to past mismanagement of wildfires and other crises.

Police have arrested two more suspects, aged 17 and 18, in connection with a burglary in the Larnaca district over the weekend. The incident involved the theft of two guns, cash, and a safe, and the arrests followed the issuance of warrants.

The 5th edition of Femme Fest Cyprus is expanding its reach, taking place simultaneously in five different cities—Nicosia, Limassol, Larnaca, Paphos, and Ayia Napa—on Sunday, April 26.

Customs officers on Friday carried out inspections and seizures of e-cigarette liquids and other products containing synthetic narcotic substances and prohibited cannabinoids during a coordinated operation in Larnaca. The customs department said it took part in a joint operation on February 20, with the police drug squad Ykan and the illegal betting unit, as well […]

Preventive measures against foot-and-mouth disease are being stepped up at livestock units in Aradippou, Athienou, Livadia and Dromolaxia–Meneou, in a bid to contain the virus following confirmed case

A sixth individual, a 31-year-old man, has been arrested in connection with a high-profile burglary that took place in Larnaca in February 2024. He was remanded for five days, joining five other men previously arrested.

An argument is made for Larnaca to host Cyprus's first public university dedicated to arts and culture, emphasizing the nation's need to promote its cultural identity.

The use of firecrackers during Easter celebrations in Greece has once again led to serious injuries among minors, with five hospitalized and one suffering an amputation.

A 16-year-old sustained a hand injury after a firecracker exploded at a primary school in the Larnaca district of Cyprus on Sunday evening. Police are investigating the incident.

A person was hospitalized in Larnaca after falling approximately two meters from an under-construction two-storey house. The incident occurred on Thursday.

Police in Larnaca, Cyprus, arrested a 36-year-old man from Turkey for illegally residing in the Republic, clarifying that the arrest is not linked to any fraud reports.

The Holy Light is scheduled to arrive in Cyprus on a special AEGEAN flight, landing at Larnaca Airport at 17:00 on Holy Saturday.

Two 19-year-olds and a 16-year-old were arrested in Larnaca and Limassol as part of intensified police patrols ahead of the Easter holidays. The arrests were made in connection with illegal fireworks.

Three of the four individuals accused in a criminal syndicate in Larnaca, Cyprus, were conditionally released on Wednesday after the court removed several charges from the indictment, significantly altering the scope of the case.

Nine people were at risk from a house fire in Larnaca, Cyprus, before dawn on Wednesday, with an electrical fault emerging as the likely cause. All residents safely evacuated, though one was hospitalized.

The Cyprus Ports Authority is expected to resubmit its €86 million development proposal for Larnaca port and marina by the end of April, now including land area development which was a point of contention in previous plans.

Cyprus's foot-and-mouth disease outbreak has escalated to 54 infected units, with new cases confirmed in the Larnaca and Nicosia districts. Farmers are demanding faster compensation amidst the growing crisis.

A list of pharmacies operating overnight across various districts in Cyprus, including Nicosia, Limassol, Larnaca, Paphos, and Famagusta, has been released for Monday, April 6.

A driver was hospitalized on Sunday afternoon following a crash on the Limassol-Nicosia highway near Kornos, Cyprus. Police reported that the driver appeared to have lost control of the vehicle amidst ongoing torrential rain in the area.

A new instance of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) was detected in Dromolaxia, Larnaca district, bringing the total number of affected farming units in Cyprus to 50.

The American Academy of Larnaca successfully hosted an event titled 'From the Footprints of Yesterday, to the Vision of Tomorrow,' which highlighted the institution's historical journey, contributions, and future vision to a large audience of distinguished guests.

An 18-year-old woman is in critical condition at Nicosia general hospital after a serious traffic accident on the Larnaca-Nicosia highway near Lympia on Monday morning.

A one-eyed male cat named Bibi went missing during air transport from Larnaca to an overseas destination via Athens, prompting an urgent investigation into its disappearance.

The Aradippou area in Larnaca district, Cyprus, has been without electricity since early Monday morning due to a fault, with Electricity Authority of Cyprus crews working to restore power.

A farmer in Larnaca, Cyprus, is refusing to allow veterinary officers to cull approximately 50 animals discovered in his livestock unit, leading to a standoff.

Holographic AI avatars of legendary polymath Leonardo da Vinci and iconic Cypriot lace-maker Marikkou of Lefkara are set to guide visitors through rural Larnaca, Cyprus, as part of a new tourism initiative.

A 36-year-old man has been remanded in custody for eight days by the Larnaca District Court after holding two women at knifepoint in their home for over two hours, following police intervention.

Police in Larnaca, Cyprus, arrested a 34-year-old man on Tuesday night in connection with a drugs case, seizing cocaine and cannabis resin. A second man was also arrested during the same operation for theft.

The British Sovereign Base Areas Administration has confirmed full alignment with the Republic of Cyprus's measures to contain the foot-and-mouth disease outbreak in the Larnaca District, with no positive cases recorded within the bases as vaccination begins near Akrotiri.

Two separate accidents occurred simultaneously at 7:30 am on the Larnaca-Famagusta motorway in Cyprus, one involving two cars near the Livadia exit and another in the opposite direction, with one person taken to hospital as a precaution.

A 52-year-old man died on Sunday evening after his vehicle collided with another car on Ellados Avenue in the Aradippou area of Larnaca district, prompting a police investigation into the crash circumstances.

Two more incidences of foot and mouth disease were identified at farms in the Larnaca district on Saturday, the veterinary services department said on Saturday.

A large-scale photo exhibition celebrating the achievements of 15 Cypriot para-athletes has opened at the Molos seafront in Limassol, following a successful debut at Larnaca Airport.

A 23-year-old man was arrested in Larnaca in connection with a stabbing incident at an apartment block the previous evening, where three men reported being attacked.

Water cuts are continuing today in selected areas of Larnaca due to ongoing problems affecting desalination units, local authorities said. In a statement, the Larnaca district government (EOA) said that limited water supply from government systems persists as a result of operational issues at desalination plants. “As part of efforts to better manage the situation, […]

A fresh case of foot and mouth disease was detected in the Larnaca district village of Dromolaxia on Tuesday afternoon. The case was found on a farm which houses 110 sheep and goats.

The Movement of Ecologists – Citizens’ Cooperation has reported three separate incidents of cat shootings in Larnaca and Paphos, Cyprus, calling for thorough investigations and raising concerns about public safety due to uncontrolled firearm use.

Two cases of foot and mouth disease have been reported outside the Larnaca containment zone, this time in Dhali and Yeri in the Nicosia district. The Veterinary Services were said to be on alert, following the unconfirmed reports on Monday. Dhali and Yeri are surrounded by hoofed animal farms. It was not immediately clear if […]

The big potato, a cultural landmark in Xylofagou in the Larnaca district, lies on the ground after toppling off its stand due to extreme weather conditions over the weekend. According to Facebook page ‘The Big Potato Cyprus’, the prevailing winds and rain on Saturday and Sunday caused the statue to fall off its stand. “The […]

Livestock farmers in Larnaca, Cyprus, blocked roads in protest against the mandatory culling of animals linked to an outbreak of foot and mouth disease. Protests intensified with farmers gathering in Oroklini.

A car crashed on the Larnaca-Nicosia highway heading towards Nicosia a short while ago, leaving a vehicle stranded in the left lane near GSP, police said. According to police, the driver lost control of the vehicle under circumstances that are under investigation and hit the road barrier. The impact left the vehicle immobilised in the […]

Firefighters successfully released an individual trapped in a car following an accident on the Ayia Napa motorway to Larnaca, near the Ayia Thekla exit. Both the trapped person and a second individual involved in the accident were injured.

The extradition process to Germany is underway for a Lebanese national arrested in Larnaca on terrorism charges, subject to a European arrest warrant issued by the German authorities, Cyprus police…

Another repatriation flight carrying 82 passengers from Cyprus and other European Union nationals arrived at Larnaca airport on Tuesday. According to available flight data, the Cyprus Airways aircraft departed from Saudi Arabia’s King Fahd airport in Dammam and safely landed in Larnaca at around 5pm. On board of the flight were Cypriots, Cypriot residents and […]

The water development department (WDD) reported on Tuesday that desalinated water now covers roughly 80 per cent of Cyprus’ total water needs, with daily production from all units reaching around 245,000 cubic metres. Five permanent desalination plants operate in Dhekelia, Larnaca, Vasiliko, Episkopi and Paphos, alongside two mobile units in Kissonerga and Moni. Two additional […]

President Nikos Christodoulides on Sunday promised to “stand by” farmers impacted by the ongoing outbreak of foot and mouth disease in the Larnaca district, following a meeting with stakeholders at…

Two police officers were injured in Larnaca during the arrest of a 37-year-old suspect in a parking lot. The incident occurred when officers noticed the suspect observing parked cars.

Cypriot security authorities had advance intelligence that a serious incident was imminent on Cypriot soil several days before the drone attack on the British Bases in the early hours of 2 March,…

A total of 37 Turkish Cypriots who had found themselves stranded in Dubai upon the outbreak of hostilities in the Middle East at the weekend returned to the island via Larnaca airport, the north’s…

Cyprus’s cabinet has approved advance payments of up to €50,000 per livestock unit affected by the foot-and-mouth disease outbreak, with the amount varying according to the number of animals, as the virus continues to spread across the greater Larnaca area. Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou described the package as a first, immediate, and substantive intervention, reflecting […]

A total of 45 flights to and from Larnaca airport have been cancelled for Thursday, due to hostilities in the Middle East. According to the Hermes Airports flight display system, 21 arrivals and 24 departures have been cancelled. Passengers are urged to contact their airline or travel agent prior to proceeding to the airport.

Greek F-16 fighter jets reportedly intercepted suspected drones near Lebanon before they could enter Cypriot airspace. This incident led to a flight bound for Larnaca returning to Athens.

Authorities in Cyprus are investigating how a remand prisoner, facing trial for attempted murder in Larnaca, managed to flee the country and return to Romania.

German airline group Lufthansa is suspending all flights to and from Larnaca, Cyprus, until March 6, avoiding the country's airspace, according to a Reuters report.

Flight disruptions linked to the escalating regional conflict with Iran continued into Tuesday, with airlines cancelling a significant number of services to and from Cyprus.

A fire erupted on the wooden roof of a house in Ayios Theodoros, Cyprus, shortly after midnight. Four fire engines from the Larnaca district responded to the blaze.

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Cypriot police destroyed more than 80 kilograms of drugs seized from 530 cases in the Limassol and Larnaca districts.

Have you seen the sign at the start of the Larnaca-Nicosia highway? It’s been there for years – occasionally painted and modernised, but very much an iconic part of the Cyprus’ landscape. It’s a simple semi-circle divided into coloured sections, with an arrow that can be moved from the green of LOW all the way […]

Old calendarist priests entered a farm in the Larnaca district on Wednesday night to bless its goats, with the area having been hit by an outbreak of foot and mouth disease in recent days. The old cal

Cyprus is contemplating declaring a state of emergency and has deployed the National Guard to prevent a 'total livestock disaster' as the foot-and-mouth disease outbreak escalates into a national security crisis.

Two people were taken to hospital following a three-vehicle collision on the Ayia Napa-Larnaca motorway on Tuesday morning. The crash occurred near the Oroklini exit in the direction of Larnaca. According to police, the left lane is currently closed to traffic. Authorities had initially closed both lanes of the motorway following the accident. Police confirmed […]

Customs officials and police in Larnaca, Cyprus, raided a shop and seized numerous illegal cannabinoid products, some linked to fatalities, during a coordinated operation.

A team of veterinary experts from the European Commission has urgently arrived in Cyprus to review the escalating situation concerning foot-and-mouth disease, as authorities intensify control efforts.

Nicosia and Larnaca are set to host a series of spring pop-up bazaars, offering a variety of items from second-hand goods to vintage finds and vinyl records, enriching the local events calendar.

An event which was set to take place in the Larnaca district village of Oroklini to celebrate Green Monday was cancelled on Sunday due to an outbreak of foot and mouth disease among livestock in the a