In response to undisclosed security concerns, the Israel General Security Service, Shin Bet, has instructed Israeli airlines to redirect their flights from Paphos to Larnaca Airport. This move, affecting carriers such as El Al, Arkia, and IsraAir, is effective immediately and remains in place until further notice, highlighting the seriousness of the situation. Passengers are advised to stay informed about the latest developments.
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A strong earthquake with a magnitude of 4.6 struck between Cyprus and Turkey today, shaking several regions including Mersin, Antalya, Nicosia, and Paphos. The tremor, which occurred at 12:09 PM off the coast of Turkey’s Gazipaşa district, caused widespread concern but has so far not resulted in significant damage or casualties. Authorities continue to monitor the situation for potential aftershocks.
President Nicos Christodoulides welcomed European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to Cyprus for the MED9 Summit, emphasizing regional cooperation. The summit focuses on crucial regional issues, including economic development and security. Additionally, von der Leyen will inaugurate a new Dialysis Unit at Paphos General Hospital, marking progress in local healthcare services. The event aims to strengthen ties among Mediterranean EU member states.
A significant earthquake, measuring 3.9 on the Richter scale, jolted Cyprus awake in the early hours of this morning. The tremor struck at precisely 2:18 AM, with its epicenter located 21.5 kilometers southeast of Paphos, beneath the sea. While the earthquake was felt across several regions, it was thankfully less intense and shorter in duration compared to a previous seismic event that shook the island nation just a month ago.
The Paphos City Council in Cyprus has revoked the honorary title and Golden Key awarded to US Senator Robert Menendez following his conviction on multiple corruption charges. The decision, made unanimously, underscores the city’s commitment to fostering a culture against corruption.
ATHENS, Greece A scorching heatwave, potentially the earliest ever recorded in Greece, has gripped the…
An uncontrolled wildfire ravaged the Paphos district on Tuesday, engulfing homes and animals in flames…
The residents of Paphos saw a burnt iron skeleton today at the spot where the…
Thousands of young people at the Supernova music festival, billed as “a journey of unity…
Greek Cypriot residents of the village of Chloraka and other areas in the Paphos province…
David Hunter, a retired British miner and expatriate, was recently released from a Cyprus prison…
The Mayor of a city in Cyprus expressed concern about gathering many foreign Muslims, mostly…
We have seen many videos of Cypriots dancing with dozens of glasses on their heads,…
A man who says his girlfriend slipped and fell to her death in coastal Paphos…
Anastasia Adamidou from Paphos was also confirmed dead after DNA was used to identify her…
A British man has been charged in Greece with a number of offenses after his…
Cyprus returns the immigrants back to Lebanon. A tug boat was hired to return the…
According to PafosPress, the luxury mega yacht “Flying Fox”, owned by the multi-billionaire owner of…
A recent study has compiled a list of the Best Places in the World to Purchase a Holiday Home and three of the top ten locations were in Cyprus and Greece.
A mini earthquake was recorded in the Limassol district on Wednesday morning, with reports suggesting…