CRIME ROUND UP

 Filenews 7 May 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 police operations, four (4) persons were arrested for various offenses, such as arson, illegal stay, theft, etc.

CYPRUS IS FIRST IN PRISON OVERCROWDING IN THE EU - WHAT EUROSTAT DATA SHOWS

CYPRUS IS FIRST IN PRISON OVERCROWDING IN THE EU - WHAT EUROSTAT DATA SHOWS - Filenews 7/5


Cyprus recorded the highest prison overcrowding rate in the European Union in 2024, according to data published on Thursday by Eurostat.

In particular, the prison occupancy rate in Cyprus stood at 227.6 in 2024, the highest rate among EU Member States. They were followed by Slovenia with 134.2 and France with 129.3. The lowest occupancy levels were recorded in Estonia with 49.9, Lithuania with 67.0 and Luxembourg with 67.4.

ISRAELI MEDICAL GIANT HADASSAH EXPANDS INTO CYPRUS WITH LIMASSOL CENTER

ISRAELI MEDICAL GIANT HADASSAH EXPANDS INTO CYPRUS WITH LIMASSOL CENTER - KNews 7/5 by Dorita Yiannakou


115-year-old healthcare organization plans June opening in Limassol and hospital development in Nicosia within three years.

Hadassah Medical Center is making a major entry into the Cyprus healthcare market, expanding its presence on the island with a new medical center in Limassol expected to open in June, as well as plans for a hospital development in Nicosia within the next three years.

The Israeli medical organization, which has a 115-year history and international reputation, is moving ahead with what it describes as a strategic expansion into Cyprus.

MORE FLIGHTS COMING TO LARNACA AND PAPHOS AS TUS AIRWAYS EXPANDS CYPRUS FLEET

MORE FLIGHTS COMING TO LARNACA AND PAPHOS AS TUS AIRWAYS EXPANDS CYPRUS FLEET - Cy Mail 7/5 by Kyriacos Nicolaou


TUS Airways on Thursday announced the arrival of a new Airbus A320 aircraft at Larnaca International Airport, further expanding the carrier’s fleet as part of its broader growth strategy in Cyprus and the eastern Mediterranean.

The airline described the latest addition a “significant milestone” for the company, particularly during what it called a period of “regional complexity“, saying the move reflects a strategy of “strategic resilience”.

“The latest fleet expansion further strengthens the airline’s position as the largest Cypriot airline and reaffirms its commitment to supporting and expanding air travel from Cyprus and across the wider Mediterranean region,” the airline said.

CYPRUS RECORDS HIGHEST EVER TEMPERATURES IN JULY 2025

CYPRUS RECORDS HIGHEST EVER TEMPERATURES IN JULY 2025 - Cy Mail 7/5 by Rebekah Gregoriades


Globally, 2025 was the third-warmest year on record, with Cyprus recording the highest temperature of 46.1C on July 27, 2025, in Lefkara, and 44.7C on July 24, 2025, in Athalassa, the latter being the highest recorded in July since measurements began in 1983.

Data from around the world and particularly Europe’s vulnerable hotspots are included in the European State of the Climate 2025 report, compiled by the Copernicus Climate Change Service and the World Meteorological Organisation.

Cyprus’ meteorological department said on Thursday that in July 2025, Cyprus battled the worst forest fire ever recorded on the island, during an especially difficult anti-fire period in the whole southeastern Europe.

POLICE WITHDRAW LIMASSOL SCAM WARNING AFTER COMPANY SAYS NOTES WERE MARKETING CAMPAIGN

POLICE WITHDRAW LIMASSOL SCAM WARNING AFTER COMPANY SAYS NOTES WERE MARKETING CAMPAIGN - in-cyprus 7/5 by Christina Karakondylou

Police withdrew a warning about handwritten notes left on car windscreens in Limassol after the company behind the campaign clarified that the notes were part of a marketing strategy.

The initial warning was issued after police received complaints from concerned members of the public, who had reported finding handwritten notes on car windscreens urging drivers to download an app that appeared to offer information about criminal activity in their area.

FOOT AND MOUTH - THESE ARE THE AMOUNTS OF COMPENSATION TO LIVESTOCK FARMERS - WHEN DO PAYMENTS START?

FOOT AND MOUTH - THESE ARE THE AMOUNTS OF COMPENSATION TO LIVESTOCK FARMERS - WHEN DO PAYMENTS START? - Filenews 7/5


The amounts of compensation to livestock farmers in relation to foot-and-mouth disease were announced a while ago by the Minister of Agriculture, the total amount of which amounts to €35.6 million. These amounts were agreed by the Ministry and the agricultural organizations at a meeting of the Special Advisory Committee as support for livestock farmers.