The upcoming week’s weather will be sunny with temperatures between 18 and 29 degrees Celsius. Expect light breezes and mountain rains in the afternoon, followed by cooler nights. The weekend may bring partly cloudy skies and isolated rains or storms.
A café clash in DromolaxiaMeneou involving municipal councillor Savvas Kyriacou and community leader Kypros Andronicou resulted in a physical scuffle, sparking a police investigation and raising concerns over local governance and community relations. The incident, possibly politically motivated, unfolded in the heart of the village, catching bystanders off guard and prompting a review of CCTV footage to determine the sequence of events.
The arson incident in Kiti on May 4th involved a group of 70 individuals igniting a large pile of wood, endangering local properties. Three teenagers exacerbated the chaos by throwing firecrackers and stones, resulting in a man’s yard burning, leading to the detention of four suspects and leaving the community shaken.
The ongoing arson investigation in Strovolos has led to the rearrest of a 46yearold man connected to multiple arson incidents involving residential and vehicle fires between July 2023 and February 2024. Authorities are intensifying their efforts to ensure community safety and seek justice through thorough investigative work.
President of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, is set to meet with UN envoy Maria Angela Holguin to discuss Cyprus negotiation talks and Turkey’s EU aspirations for a peaceful resolution. The upcoming dialogue aims to align regional interests and seek progress on the longstanding Cyprus issue in line with UN Security Council resolutions.
Cyprus has upgraded its aerial firefighting capabilities with two Jordanian helicopters and a team of 18 crew members, strengthening its fleet to six aircraft dedicated to fire suppression. Plans are in place to acquire up to ten new firefighting aircraft over the next five years, reflecting proactive strategies in anticipating potential wildfires and enhancing regional partnerships for rapid response.
CySEC and Latvijas Banka united in a strategic meeting to tackle financial crimes, focusing on antimoney laundering and terrorism financing strategies. The collaboration aims to strengthen crossborder regulatory cooperation within the EU and enhance the effectiveness of AML/CFT measures to safeguard investors’ interests and maintain market integrity.
Cyprus has established a new task force to enforce environmental laws and protect the natural world, with 15 inspectors focusing on air pollution, waste management, and emissions in alignment with EU directives for a carbonneutral future. This proactive approach marks a significant stride in environmental governance, aiming to rectify the absence of a regulatory body and create fair market conditions for compliant businesses.
In the Limassol shooting incident, an unidentified attacker targeted a 61yearold businessman’s vehicle, sparking a manhunt for a 63yearold suspect and another unnamed individual. With motives unclear and suspects at large, the community remains on edge, prompting a call for public cooperation and heightened security measures in the area.
Law enforcement in Paphos is cracking down on tobacco smuggling with heavy fines reaching up to €12,500 to combat tax evasion and protect public health. Recent seizures of illicit tobacco products highlight the rigorous checks and swift legal action taken by authorities to deter illegal trade and safeguard the community.
