Nikolaos Prakas

President Nikos Christodoulides reiterated that he is ready to come to the dialogue table of the Cyprus problem based on the agreed solution framework.

Four drivers were caught in Paphos driving under the influence of drugs, police said on Saturday.

Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou reaffirmed the government's commitment to promoting Cypriot gastronomy and supporting rural communities at the 45th Kolokasi Festival in Sotira on Friday.

Four nightclubs in Paphos were charged with noise pollution during a coordinated police operation, authorities said on Saturday.

Boat owners at Larnaca marina protested on Saturday, voicing concerns over rising docking fees and the management of the marina. The protesters marched from Larnaca marina to the entrance of Athens Avenue, briefly blocking traffic while chanting slogans and holding banners that read, “The state is pushing us out of Larnaca and Cyprus,” “Corruption and incompetence at Larnaca Marina,” and “You lost the guarantees, we will pay for them.”

The consortium managing the OEDA Koshi waste facility – ILEKTOR SA – ELLAKTOR SA and CYBARCO Contracting Ltd – has defended its waste disposal practices following criticism from opposition party Akel, which claimed waste was not being properly managed.

President Nikos Christodoulides announced on Saturday that he plans to visit all district self-governance organisations in the coming days. Speaking on the sidelines of an event organised by First Lady Philippa Karsera at the presidential residence in Troodos, Christodoulides emphasised that the regeneration of rural areas is a key priority for the government.

The “Let's Go Troodos!” Festival kicked off on Saturday at 11am with a large turnout of visitors. The festival, aimed at promoting small businesses in the region, featured exhibitions and sales of traditional products and handicrafts.

A 23-year-old man was arrested in Limassol for allegedly purchasing several mobile phones using stolen credit cards. The suspect, along with others, reportedly bought the phones using fraudulent means.

Monks involved in the Osiou Avakoum Monastery scandal have selected a new lawyer for their appearance at the Holy Synod court, after their original choice was rejected by the church and another lawyer stepped down, it emerged on Saturday.