Cyprus Beat

In today’s episode, Syrian migrants arriving in Cyprus will from now on be taken to the Kofinou reception centre to live, following a decision to cut all stipends given to them and delay examining their asylum applications.

Elsewhere, the government is taking all necessary measures for security following Iran’s attack on Israel over the weekend, government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said.

Meanwhile, the government has categorically denied any involvement in a reported Israeli air exercise last week aimed at simulating a response to an Iranian airstrike.

All this and much more in today’s Daily News Briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

In today's episode, the situation in Israel is “very difficult”, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Sunday following a snap meeting of the National Security Council but stressed the island is not involved in any attacks.

Meanwhile, in light of developments in the region, the foreign ministry on Sunday said that the Estia plan has been activated in case there was a need for evacuations but so far no formal request has been received.

Elsewhere, due to the recent mass arrival of Syrian asylum seekers, and pending developments on the issue of the reassessment of Syria's status and the designation of safe areas, Cyprus has suspended the examination of asylum applications for all Syrians.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

In today’s episode, the redesign of the European Union's migration system is a "step in the right direction", Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou said.

Meanwhile, authorities collected over €700 million more in taxes last year than the year before.

Elsewhere, two men have been injured after a fight broke out in Paphos over a "like" on social media.

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In today’s episode, a man fell to his death after jumping out of a fifth-floor apartment window to escape a police immigration raid.

Meanwhile, state prosecutors said they cannot keep fighting organised crime only to get attacked in retaliation and left with no protection from the state.

Elsewhere, the Cyprus-based web browser Aloha Browser saw a 250 per cent jump in users in March.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

In today's episode, the appeals court on Tuesday reserved its decision over an 82-year-old grandfather jailed for shooting a man who was attempting to steal electricity cables.

Elsewhere, the Amalthea plan, Cyprus’ humanitarian aid corridor to Gaza, is to continue despite Israel’s “reprehensible attack” on aid workers, President Nikos Christodoulides said.

Meanwhile, if the ongoing traffic issues in Limassol are not properly addressed, people’s quality of life “will deteriorate very quickly,” Transport Minister Alexis Vafeades warned.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

In today’s episode, President Nikos Christodoulides and Lebanon’s Prime Minister Najib Mikati discussed ways to improve the effective management of migratory flows from Lebanon to Cyprus.

Elsewhere, Larnaca port’s over one-billion-euro investment project is cloaked in mystery, it emerged on Monday, as MPs called for transparency amid rising concerns over the grand scheme.

Also, charges are to be introduced for people using park and ride services, Transport Minister Alexis Vafeades said. 

All this and much more in today’s Daily News Briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

In today’s episode, efforts are underway to develop the National Cancer Institute, as well as a legal framework to offer palliative care through Gesy, Health Minister Michael Damianos said on Sunday.

In other news, President Nikos Christodoulides is departing for Beirut on Monday morning, where he will be received by Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati upon his arrival.

Elsewhere, Chirstodoulides discusses migration with the President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen during a meeting in Athens.

All this and much more in today’s Daily News Briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

In today’s episode, €2.5 billion in taxes is owed to the state.

Meanwhile, Cyprus is looking for "immediate solutions" to deal with the migration crisis, House President Annita Demetriou told Lebanese Ambassador Claude El Hajal.

Elsewhere, a warehouse where medicines were being stored and which was recently flooded was unfit for purpose, and the authorities knew since at least 2019.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

In today’s episode, three boats carrying a total of 285 irregular migrants have arrived in Cyprus since Tuesday.

Meanwhile, the three ships which had carried humanitarian aid from Cyprus to Gaza but then were forced to turn back as Israel bombed aid workers' vehicles arrived back in Cyprus.

Elsewhere, MPs reiterated concerns about the influx of cash into Cyprus.

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In today's episode, Tuesday turned out “to be a very sad day,” President Nikos Christodoulides said after seven members of the World Central Kitchen NGO were killed in an Israeli attack but he pledged the humanitarian aid corridor from Cyprus to Gaza would continue.

Elsewhere, Cyprus is at a “breaking point” with the influx of migrants, government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said after a snap National Security Council meeting was convened to address the issue.

Meanwhile, police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death a65-year-old man, who died after his car plunged into a ravine approximately 20 metres deep in the village of Gerakies.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

In today’s episode, a total of 137 irregular migrants arrived in Cyprus by sea on Monday, bringing the number of arrivals up to 408 in the space of 24 hours.

Elsewhere, European Parliament president Roberta Metsola arrived in Cyprus on Monday evening, being received at the Presidential palace by President Nikos Christodoulides.

Also, the two monks embroiled in a sex and cash scandal at Osiou Avakoum monastery may be called to testify before the church’s investigative committee, it was reported on Monday.

All this and much more in today’s Daily News Briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

In today’s episode, the electricity subsidy is to be extended until the end of June as part of the government’s latest package of measures aimed at alleviating the cost-of-living crisis.

Elsewhere, Out-of-court fines for traffic violations will largely remain the same but offenders will have more time to pay them, according to tweaks to the legislation discussed in parliament on Thursday.

Also, the results of a death inquiry into the 2005 death of national guardsmen Thanasis Nicolaou will happen after Easter it was decided on Thursday.

All this and much more in today’s Daily News Briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

In today's episode, the electricity authority has been left in the lurch and smart meter installation has again fallen into a state of limbo, after the administrative court’s decision to forbid the telecommunications authority from being awarded the tender to install smart meters.

Elsewhere, the Supreme Court rejected a request from two Helios orphans seeking compensation from the government over the plane crash that killed their parents.

Meanwhile, Cyprus holds the third highest share of foreign-born residents in EU, Eurostat data revealed on Wednesday.

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In today’s episode, President Nikos Christodoulides said green taxation will begin by the end of 2024 and not on April 1.

Meanwhile, over 3,500 people will be elected in Cyprus on June 9.

Elsewhere, justice officials from Cyprus and the US will cooperate to enhance Cypriot capabilities to counter illicit finance.

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In today's episode, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has some thoughts that could pave the way for the resumption of Cyprus talks, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Monday.

Elsewhere, the President also said that he is planning and discussing with the cabinet about new measures or extending measures in place already to deal with inflation.

Meanwhile, Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos was received on Monday, during his official visit to Kazakhstan, by the country's President Qasym-Jomart Toquayev.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

In today’s episode, dignitaries from 35 countries and representatives of various international organisations descended on Larnaca for a meeting over the Amalthea initiative – Cyprus' humanitarian aid corridor to Gaza.

Meanwhile, President Nikos Christodoulides met with United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres.

Elsewhere, the giant water bug, which has been found in Cyprus by scientists, does not bite human toes.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

In today’s episode, the Cyprus Broadcasting Cooperation has had all its bank accounts frozen.

Meanwhile, scientists have warned of a giant water bug known as the toe-biter along the shores of Cyprus.

Elsewhere, the electricity authority (EAC) were handed a €28,000 fine following the conclusion of investigations into the death of a worker in 2018.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

In today's episode, Cyprus could generate electricity from natural gas by the middle of 2025, Energy Minister George Papanastasiou said on Tuesday.

Elsewhere, preparations have been completed and the vessel Jennifer, loaded with around 500 tonnes of aid is ready to leave Cyprus’ shores as soon as weather conditions permit.

Meanwhile, it is no longer necessary to present a negative Covid-19 test to visit hospitals and nursing homes, Health Minister Michael Damianos announced.

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In today's episode, Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos announced on Monday that representatives from over 40 countries will meet in Cyprus on March 21 to discuss the operational coordination of the next steps regarding the aid corridor to the Gaza Strip.

Elsewhere, President Nikos Christodoulides discussed with his Egyptian counterpart, Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, the intention to schedule the next Cyprus-Egypt Intergovernmental Summit, as well as the next trilateral summit with Greece.

Meanwhile, Tamasos Bishop Isaias called on the public do not be swayed by the news and the machinations of the enemies of the church, in light of the scandals that have rocked the Osiou Avakoum monastery in recent days.

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In today's episode, the government has a ‘Plan B’ for the stalled Vasiliko liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal, though it has not yet worked out the timetable for that alternative, Energy Minister George Papanastasiou said on Thursday.

Elsewhere, scandal continued to rock the church, with a new video surfacing of a woman being beaten with a belt by a monk at the now notorious Osiou Avakoum monastery.

Meanwhile, preparations were being made on Thursday for a second humanitarian aid ship to set off from Larnaca, with the first 200-tonne batch of items, including food and water, expected to arrive in Gaza by Friday morning.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

In today’s episode, MPs raised the alarm over whether Cyprus is carrying out its duties on money laundering compliance.

Meanwhile, a second shipment of aid will be sent from Larnaca to Gaza within the coming days, Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos said.

Elsewhere, the European Commission referred Cyprus to the European Court of Justice due to its failure to fulfil obligations under the Habitats Directive.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

In today’s episode, the humanitarian aid ship Open arms finally set sail from Larnaca for Gaza.

Meanwhile, President Nikos Christodoulides will meet the UN Secretary-general's personal envoy Maria Angela Holguin on Saturday.

Elsewhere, a teenager has contracted measles and is in hospital.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

In today’s episode, the UN secretary-general’s personal envoy Maria Holguin said “a lot of ideas” had been raised at her meeting with President Nikos Christodoulides.

Elsewhere, the ecclesiastical court will convene within the week over the two monks involved in an alleged sex and cash scandal.

Also, Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos will be travelling to Lebanon on Tuesday to meet with his counterpart Abdallah Bou Habib.

All this and much more in today’s Daily News Briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

In today's episode, Cyprus was gearing to send around 150 tonnes of aid to Gaza on Sunday afternoon, after it received the final seal of approval from Israel. The vessel will set off on Monday morning.

Elsewhere, over 2,000 people living in Cyprus illegally were deported or repatriated this year, police said.

Meanwhile, the story surrounding the monks embroilled in an alleged sex and cash scandal, took a bizarre twist after their lawyers claimed this is a case of corruption between the police and church.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

In today’s episode, President Nikos Christodoulides warned of large increases in the price of motor fuel.

Meanwhile, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said she is "so proud" of Christodoulides.

Elsewhere, parliament said the state health services organisation (Okypy) needs to rein in its expenses.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

In today’s episode, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is to visit Cyprus to discuss the implementation of the maritime humanitarian corridor to Gaza.

Meanwhile, the energy regulator (Cera) ruled out a price increase on electricity bills.

Elsewhere, the Austrian government threw its weight behind Cyprus' plan to declare parts of Syria safe to return migrants.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

In today's episode, President Nikos Christodoulides on Tuesday evening highlighted the importance his government is putting on restarting Cyprus talks, despite the difficult stance of the Turkish side.

Speaking during a televised speech on his first year as president, Christodoulides went over the initiatives his government has taken to “better the daily life of all

Elsewhere, a 31-year-old Ukrainian woman arrested on suspicion of money laundering is not cooperating with authorities, police spokesman Christos Andreou has said.

Meanwhile, diplomats past and present convened on Tuesday to mark the 60th anniversary of the establishment of the United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus (Unficyp) and discuss prospects for peace in the future.

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In today’s episode, the search for the body of a six-year-old child reportedly thrown into the sea from a boat carrying irregular migrants to Cyprus was called off on Monday lunchtime.

Elsewhere, the significant role of the United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus (Unficyp) in efforts to “restore peace, stability, and international legality in Cyprus,” was hailed by President Nikos Christodoulides.

Also, organised crime has grown to a 'worrying' scale, and all elements of society must come together to contain it, speakers said at a workshop.

All this and much more in today’s Daily News Briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

In today's episode, Monday marks exactly 60 years since the passage of United Nations Security Council resolution 186, which, among other things, created the UN’s Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus (Unficyp).

Elsewhere, a poll showed Nikos Christodoulides’ popularity to have been greatly diminished since his election as President a year ago.

Meanwhile, one in three Cypriots is overweight, the Cyprus Association of Dietitians and Nutritionists said.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

In today’s episode, an investigator will face criminal charges for deliberately failing to properly investigate the road death of Andreas Loizou in 2012.

Meanwhile, the Attorney-general ordered the trial of Turkish Cypriot lawyer Akan Kursat be suspended since the key witness in the case is dead.

Elsewhere, parliament gave the nod to the establishment of a deputy ministry for migration and asylum.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

In today’s episode, Cyprus' entry for this year's Eurovision song contest was revealed to be Liar, which will be sung by Silia Kapsis.

Meanwhile, MEP Niyazi Kizilyurek was slammed for campaigning in the north for re-election by Turkish Cypriot Leader Ersin Tatar and the north's 'foreign minister' Tahsin Ertugruloglu.

Elsewhere, Cyprus received one asylum application per 78 inhabitants last year.

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In today's episode, the investigation into Thanasis Nicolaou’s death was negligent and irresponsible, the Limassol district court heard on Tuesday.

“The omissions are so many, so great, that it crosses the boundaries of gross negligence and borders on a cover-up,” former investigator into the case Savvas Matsas told the court.

Elsewhere, cabinet greenlighted the creation of an oversight body for service-sector companies, Finance Minister Makis Keravnos said.

Meanwhile, tThe price of olive oil has skyrocketed in Cyprus, as across the rest of Europe, in the past year, data published by Eurostat showed.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

In today’s episode, the inquest into the death of National Guard officer Thanasis Nicolaou, found dead in 2005, continued, with state prosecutor Xenia Xenophontos questioning forensic pathologist Dimitra Karayianni regarding her examination of Nicolaou’s hyoid bone.

In other news, the solution to the Cyprus problem is of fundamental importance for the balance in the Mediterranean, Italian President Sergio Mattarella said before meeting President Nikos Christodoulides.

Elsewhere, Cyprus is the second-worst country in the European Union regarding workplace gender equality, a study showed.

All this and much more in today’s Daily News Briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

In today's episode, President Nikos Christodoulides said he hoped UN Secretary-General personal envoy Maria Holguin would soon be able to meet with Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan to discuss the Cyprus problem.

Elsewhere, cabinet will shortly approve the new National Sanctions Implementation Unit, Christodoulides said, stressing that there can be no discussion when it comes to sanctions violation and the country’s image abroad.

Meanwhile, police arrested a 28-year-old man in Nicosia, who is suspected of injuring a man and a woman with a knife in a break-in.

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In today’s episode, legislators dubbed the commercial development done in a protected area in Ayia Napa "a classic crime".

Meanwhile, the auditor-general will report the Cyprus Broadcasting Cooperation (CyBC) to the anti-corruption authority on suspicion of "abuse of power".

Elsewhere, Morphou Bishop Neofytos said he "honours" Russian President Vladimir Putin "at every liturgy" and called Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis a "jew".

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In today’s episode, government subsidies on electricity and fuel tax will be extended into the spring.

Meanwhile, a large fire that broke out in Limassol severely damaged an abandoned listed mansion.

Elsewhere, a top court in the European Union rejected an attempt to drop the protected status of halloumi.

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In today's episode, two people were hospitalised following an explosion in the Nicosia suburb of Engomi.

The explosion had occurred in a three-storey building, which suffered extensive damage.

Elsewhere, although it made front page news in the north, police said they received no information that a group of eight young Turkish Cypriots said on Monday they had been attacked by Greek Cypriots during an excursion in the Troodos mountain range.

Meanwhile, a children’s book in school sparked controversy and homophobic comments, which eventually led to the withdrawal of the book.

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In today's episode, only two out of eight anaesthesiologists at Makarios hospital are willing to participate in abortions, it emerged on Monday, following a complaint that a woman was forced to endure for five days what should have been a two-day procedure.

Elsewhere, former President Nicos Anastasiades welcomed the appointment of Gabrielle Louise McIntyre, who is meant to investigate corruption claims against him.

Meanwhile, one of the rarest marine mammals in the world, the Mediterranean monk seal, has been breeding steadily in Cyprus in recent years with two born in the latest season.

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In today’s episode, the status quo in Cyprus cannot be the island’s future, President Nikos Christodoulides reiterated on Sunday. The island is at a critical juncture in its history, he said.

Elsewhere, a 29-year-old man was arrested on Sunday after he was believed to have been involved in an argument which saw him pull a gun out when he was involved in an incident with a group of youngsters.

Also, nine people were arrested on Sunday as the police staged a special operation in Nicosia and Paphos to identify third country nationals living illegally on the island.

All this and more in today’s Daily News Briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

In today's episode, Paphos mayor Phedonas Phedonos will file a complaint to the police against both the Contractors Council and the Scientific and Technical Chamber where he’ll accuse of them of dereliction of duty, for having taken no disciplinary action against companies previously implicated in the Paphos sewerage board scandal.

Elsewhere, the government pledged on Thursday it was working efficiently to quickly give compensation to over 150 people who saw their homes destroyed by severe weather in Limassol.

Meanwhile, Cyprus has the youngest population of any of the European Union’s member states, according to the latest figures published by statistical institute Eurostat.

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In today’s episode, intense weather resulted in scenes dubbed as "biblical destruction".

Meanwhile, the European Commission has greenlighted the use of Casgevy gene therapy to treat beta thalassaemia and sickle cell disease.

Elsewhere, the "pay-as-you-throw" scheme is set to hit households in Cyprus in the pocket.

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In today's episode, intense weather overnight, including at least two tornados, resulted in scenes dubbed as “biblical destruction” in Limassol on Wednesday.

Elsewhere, the row over local government reform continued on Tuesday, as Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou said the current law is not ideal and will create unequal benefits for citizens.

Meanwhile, the government is handling the matter of a hotel in Varosha which allegedly belongs to King Charles of the United Kingdom “diplomatically”, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Tuesday.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

In today’s episode, German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier said on Monday that politics “has a duty to try the "impossible” as he evaluated the Cyprus problem.

In other news, speculation was ongoing on Monday as to the fate of consumers regarding electricity costs as deliberations between the electricity authority (EAC) and the energy regulatory authority (Cera) continued.

Elsewhere, opposition Akel shot down the government’s comments on local government reform, saying on Monday they were mistimed, unnecessary and damaging to the initiative.

All this and much more in today’s Daily News Briefing, brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

In today’s episode, UN Envoy Maria Angela Holguin will be back in Cyprus in mid-March.

Meanwhile, the government is working on plans to offer incentives to young families and couples to resettle Maronite villages in the north.

Elsewhere, police were trying to track who may have written "Koumas, die" on a Makarios statue in Paphos.

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In today’s episode, farmers protested in Nicosia and Paphos, following similar action from many of their European counterparts.

Meanwhile, parliament will very soon hold hearings on what some have dubbed a "mega scandal".

Elsewhere, Health Minister Michalis Damianos attended the inauguration of a supported living facility for people with mental health needs.

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In this episode, “None of the above” was the most popular option selected by voters in an opinion poll of voting intention for the next parliamentary elections conducted by Red Wolf PR company. 

Meanwhile, the United States does not support a two-state solution in Cyprus, the deputy assistant secretary of state Jushua Huck said.  

Elsewhere, Investigations continued on Wednesday following the busting of a Europe-wide sham wedding ring last week. 

All this and much more in today’s Daily News Briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

In today's episode, the government on Tuesday hinted it may extend some of the relief measures it introduced last November – such as subsidising electricity bills – beyond the end of the month.

Meanwhile, British High Commissioner in Nicosia Irfan Siddiq was summoned to the foreign ministry to be served with a demarche, following comments made in a newspaper interview, government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said.

Elsewhere, Tuesday marked the first anniversary of the two devastating earthquakes which hit southeastern Turkey, with commemorations taking place in the north to remember the Cypriots who died.

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In today’s episode, Turkish Cypriot lawyer Akan Kursat, wanted for selling Greek Cypriot properties in the north, will be extradited to Cyprus from Italy next week.

Meanwhile, the government may have to make "painful decisions" regarding the liquefied natural gas terminal at Vasiliko.

Elsewhere, British High Commissioner Irfan Siddiq drew the ire of both sides of the island after making an intervention on the Cyprus problem.

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In today's episode, Cyprus was once again the launchpad for British bombing raids in Yemen, as the United Kingdom, together with the United States, conducted its third round of strikes.

Meanwhile, another pro-Palestine protest took place on Sunday, this time in Limassol.

The protest took place on the Molos seafront promenade, with attention focused on the plight of the children in Gaza.

Elsewhere, House President Annita Demetriou described the arrival of UN Envoy Maria Angela Holguin as a “positive first step” at an event held in honour of Eoka fighters.

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In today’s episode, Attorney-General George Savvides said he would be referring lawyer Efstathios Efstathiou to the Bar Association for potential disciplinary offences after the latter claimed the legal service was corrupt

Meanwhile, the Health insurers' organisation has begun its comparison of doctors' salaries from 2022 and the second half of 2023

Elsewhere, Serdar Denktash said the 14-point package of measures prepared for the Turkish Cypriots by President Nikos Christodoulides are "an admission of guilt".

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