Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides announced the presentation of an eight-point proposal package during a statement at the Greek Cypriot Presidential Palace following a leaders’
Greek Cypriot police have formally requested the extradition of four Turkish Cypriots allegedly connected to the death of 24-year-old Khan Shoaib, a Pakistani national
The Minimum Wage Determination Commission of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) is set to convene tomorrow to establish the first minimum wage
The preliminary hearing for Barış Sel, arrested in March during the investigation into fake diplomas at Cyprus Health and Social Sciences University (KSTU), has
Mehmet Bicen, a representative of the Elye Producers Committee, has highlighted the severe challenges faced by citrus farmers due to recent embargoes imposed by
Berat Ekin, arrested during the “Operation Poison” conducted in Lefkoşa and Alayköy, has been sentenced to 3 years in prison. The trial concluded yesterday
President Ersin Tatar is set to meet Greek Cypriot leader Nikos Christodoulides on Monday, January 20, at 10:30 AM. The meeting will be held at the residence of Colin Stewart, the UN Secretary-General’s Special Representative in Cyprus, located in the buffer zone. The primary agenda will focus on discussions regarding the establishment of new crossing points. President Tatar has previously advocated for the opening of the Haspolat gate, emphasizing the need for a second vehicle crossing in Lefkoşa to alleviate the congestion at Metehan. The proposed Haspolat gate aims to
Kudret Özersay, President of the People’s Party, met with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan during his visit to the TRNC. The meeting took place at the Turkish Embassy in Nicosia. Hakan Fidan arrived in the TRNC yesterday for a series of talks. During his visit, he met with President Ersin Tatar, followed by a joint press conference. Today, Foreign Minister Fidan also held discussions with Tufan Erhürman, the leader of the Republican Turkish Party. Kibris Postasi
Ercan Airport, the main gateway to the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, experienced a busy holiday season, accommodating 738 flights and 95,440 passengers between December 28, 2024, and January 3, 2025. On January 1, 2025, the airport recorded its busiest day of the year, managing 121 flights, including private jets, and welcoming 13,646 passengers. Heavy traffic was noted both before and after New Year’s Day, with seamless operations ensured by T&T Airports Management’s robust planning and safety measures. Passenger activity was particularly high on December 28, 2024, with 105 flights
The General Directorate of Police (PGM) reported that 70 traffic accidents occurred across the country between December 16 and December 22. One accident resulted in a death, while 13 caused injuries. In total, one person died, and 19 others were injured. The main causes of the accidents were speeding (23 incidents), careless driving (16), failure to yield at intersections (14), tailgating (10), and other forms of negligence (7). The total damage from these accidents was estimated at 4.6 million TL. By region, 21 accidents happened in Kyrenia, 17 in Nicosia,
The weather is expected to be clear and partly cloudy today, tomorrow, and Monday. By Tuesday, it will become partly cloudy with showers or thunderstorms, followed by occasional showers on Wednesday. Thursday and Friday are forecast to remain partly cloudy, the Met Office has forecast. Temperatures are expected to reach 19–22°C in inland areas and along the coasts during the early part of the period, dropping to 15–18°C later in the week. Winds will generally blow from the north and east, moderate in strength but occasionally strong. Kibris Postasi
Following a magnitude 5.2 earthquake in the Mediterranean, former President of the Chamber of Geological Engineers, Geologist Oğuz Vadili, and President of the Cyprus Turkish Chamber of Engineers and Architects (KTMMOB), Seran Aysal, have issued statements underscoring the importance of preparedness and robust construction standards, Yeniduzen reported. Geologist Oğuz Vadili’s Recommendations Vadili highlighted the urgent need for proactive measures rather than fear. He stated: “Let me repeat: do not fear earthquakes; take precautions. Publish the active fault map, and immediately commence the second phase of the MTA-JMD paleoseismology study.” He
President Nicos Christodoulides of the Republic of Cyprus has confirmed that the administration is exploring NATO membership, stating, “We are engaging with the US on multiple levels to position ourselves for NATO membership when conditions align”, Kibris Postasi reported. According to Greek Cypriot daily ‘Haravgi’, Christodoulides made the statement in response to media questions, acknowledging ongoing but previously undisclosed discussions with the US. He attributed the island’s inability to join NATO to Turkey’s longstanding opposition, which has hindered the National Guard’s modernisation and access to armament opportunities. Christodoulides highlighted plans
Long queues formed at the Kermiya (Metehan) border crossing point as people headed south for the ‘Black Friday’ shopping event, Yeniduzen reported. Traffic was almost blocked with the queue extending all the way to the ring road because there is only vehicle crossing point between the north and south of the island. Meanwhile, in a statement he made during his ministry’s budget discussions, Foreign Minister Tahsin Ertuğruloğlu claimed that “the current number of crossing points is sufficient.” Yeniduzen
Following a scientific and legal evaluation requested by lawyers Hasret Güney Doğan and Yiğit Gökçehan Koçoğlu, representing the family of Serin İpekçioğlu, who tragically lost her life in the February 6 earthquake at the Grand İsias Hotel, it was concluded that “despite the defendants’ awareness of the catastrophic consequences, they failed to take the necessary precautions to prevent them. They continued their unlawful actions, and their behaviour amounted to gross negligence“, Kibris Postasi reported. The legal and scientific assessment, prepared by criminal law experts from three different universities, emphasised that
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