CRIME ROUND UP

Filenews 30 July 2026





The presence and action of the Police last night was intense, throughout Cyprus, with organized patrols in key points of urban areas, with the aim of preventing serious criminal acts, ensuring public order and increasing the sense of security of the public.

As a result of the preventive policing operations, four persons were arrested for various offenses, such as illegal possession of drugs, and traffic violations.

COUNCIL OF MINISTERS - ''YES'' TO FOUR ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROGRAMS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CYPRUS

COUNCIL OF MINISTERS - ''YES'' TO FOUR ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROGRAMS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CYPRUS - Filenews 30/7 by Evangelia Sizopoulou


The Council of Ministers has given the green light for four new English-language undergraduate study programs of the University of Cyprus. A development that rejoices the academic institution, with its rector Tasos Christofides welcoming the decision.

THE NUMBER OF VICTIMS OF HUMAN TRAFFICKING IN CYPRUS AND THE EU IS ALARMINGLY HIGH

THE NUMBER OF VICTIMS OF HUMAN TRAFFICKING IN CYPRUS AND THE EU IS ALARMINGLY HIGH - Filenews 30/7


The number of victims of human trafficking in Cyprus and the European Union remains alarmingly high, points out the Commissioner for Administration and Protection of Human Rights, Maria Stylianou-Lottides. At the same time, it emphasizes the need for early detection and effective protection of victims, as well as exemplary punishment of perpetrators.

In her statement on the occasion of the International Day Against Trafficking in Human Beings, the Commissioner states that in 2025, 30 victims of human trafficking were recognized in Cyprus, of which 16 women and 14 men, while five convictions of traffickers were recorded.

MICHALAKIS ONISIFOROU WANTED IN CONNECTION WITH VARIOUS OFFENCES

MICHALAKIS ONISIFOROU WANTED IN CONNECTION WITH VARIOUS OFFENCES - 30/7

Michalakis Onisiforou, 53, from the province of Nicosia, is wanted to facilitate investigations into an investigated case of illegal trade in antiquities, illegal export of antiquities, illegal possession of antiquities and money laundering, offenses committed in 2025 in the province of Nicosia and via the internet.

Anyone who knows anything that can help locate him, is requested to contact the Morphou Police Department, at 22-802518 or 22-802504 or the Citizen's Line, at the telephone number 1460, or the nearest Police Station.

'OUR HEALTH COMES FIRST' - LIMASSOL PORT TRUCK DRIVERS WALK OFF THE JOB OVER X-RAY SCANNER FEARS

'OUR HEALTH COMES FIRST' - LIMASSOL PORT TRUCK DRIVERS WALK OFF THE JOB OVER X-RAY SCANNER FEARS - KNews 30/7

Drivers say they are being exposed to radiation every time they enter the container terminal, while Customs insists there is no danger.

For the hundreds of truck drivers who pass through Limassol port every day, Thursday wasn't business as usual.

Instead of collecting and delivering containers, many parked their trucks and refused to work, saying they fear the very route they drive dozens of times a day could put their health at risk.

NICOSIA GENERAL HOSPITAL GOES ROBOTIC

NICOSIA GENERAL HOSPITAL GOES ROBOTIC -Cy Mail 30/7 by Dina Husseini


Nicosia general hospital has gone high tech, with the introduction of a robotic barista, but there is a catch: unless you have a Visa card, you won’t be getting a cup.

The AROS 24/7 Robo Café, developed by Cyprus-based robotics company AROS, is the latest example of automation entering everyday life.

The fully autonomous kiosk promises freshly prepared coffee in under a minute without any human intervention.

PENSION REFORM BILL ENTERS FINAL STAGE AS GOVERNMENT SEEKS CONSENSUS

PENSION REFORM BILL ENTERS FINAL STAGE AS GOVERNMENT SEEKS CONSENSUS - Cy Mail 30/7 by James Morphakis


The bill to reform Cyprus’ pension system is to enter its final drafting stage next week after Labour Minister Marinos Mousiouttas meets Finance Minister Makis Keravnos next Wednesday to settle the remaining financial aspects before the bill is released for public consultation.

On Thursday, Mousiouttas said the draft bill should be completed by the end of next week, after which it will be presented to trade unions, employers’ organisations and political parties before reaching the House.