CRIME ROUND UP

Filenews 27 March 2026

They went carelessly to the Police to sign terms for one... And he was finally arrested, while the latter took advantage of the moment and fled, only to be located and arrested a few hours later. These are the two suspects, 19 and 21 years old, who were arrested for the case under investigation of an explosion in a fast food restaurant in Limassol, owned by a well-known Russian businessman, which was committed in the early hours of March 24.

The authorities seem to have reached their tracks after evidence emerged from closed surveillance circuits and testimonies.

ELEVATOR - CARPARK, PAPHOS - FULLY OPERATIONAL

 

ELEVATOR - CARPARK, PAPHOS - FULLY OPERATIONAL

The elevator in the Municipal Market is fully operational

The Municipality of Pafos informs the public that the elevator in the parking area of the Municipal Market, which serves the access to the Administrative Square, has been restored and put into full operation.

The responsible services of the Municipality have completed the necessary work to repair the damage to the inner chamber, ensuring its safe use by the public.

The Municipality of Pafos thanks the public for their understanding and invites everyone to contribute to protecting public infrastructure.

CYPRIOTS PLAN EASTER HOLIDAYS IN THE WAR ZONE - STRICT MESSAGE FROM KOMBOS TO COMPLY WITH TRAVEL INSTRUCTIONS

 

CYPRIOTS PLAN EASTER HOLIDAYS IN THE WAR ZONE - STRICT MESSAGE FROM KOMBOS TO COMPLY WITH TRAVEL INSTRUCTIONS - Filenews 27/3

The Minister of Foreign Affairs sent a stern message today to citizens who may be planning to travel for holidays to areas in the middle of conflicts in the Middle East.

Speaking to journalists, Konstantinos Kombos called on the public to follow the travel instructions and comply with them, since the regional crisis is extremely dangerous and unpredictable.

LONG POWER OUTAGE IN LIMASSOL AND PAPHOS - 31 MARCH - INFORMATION FROM EAC

 

LONG POWER OUTAGE IN LIMASSOL AND PAPHOS - 31 MARCH - INFORMATION FROM EAC - Filenews 27/3

The Electricity Authority announces that the electricity supply will be interrupted on Tuesday, March 31, 2026 between the hours of 08:00am – 14:00pm in the following areas of the Limassol and Paphos district:

1. Kato Platres (part of the village),
2. Omodos, Mandria,
3. Vasa Kilaniou,
4. Malia,
5. Kissousa,
6. Potami,
7. Arsos,
8. Praetori,
9. Mesana
10. Arminou,
11. Filousa of Kelokedara,
12. Kedares
13. Salamiou,
14. Ayios Ioannis Paphos,
15. Agios Nikolaos

The Organization emphasizes that because it is not certain that the power outage will last for the entire period mentioned above, consumers should consider that their facilities are under voltage, i.e. that they have electricity for the entire period of time mentioned in the announcement.

The Authority regrets any inconvenience, but this interruption is necessary for the execution of network expansion and maintenance works.

YARIS WANTED

 

YARIS WANTED

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Tel - 99 534555

EU BACKS PLAN FOR MIGRANT DEPORTATION CENTERS OUTSIDE BLOC

 

EU BACKS PLAN FOR MIGRANT DEPORTATION CENTERS OUTSIDE BLOC - Knews 27/3

European Parliament approval opens door to ''return hubs'' in third countries amid growing pressure to speed up deportations and signalling a tougher stance on migration.

By Alexandra Voudouri

The European Union has moved a step closer to creating migrant deportation centers outside its borders, following a controversial vote in the European Parliament that highlights Europe’s increasingly stricter approach to irregular migration.

Lawmakers on Thursday approved new legislation paving the way for so-called “return hubs," facilities in third countries where migrants denied asylum could be sent while awaiting deportation. The proposal passed with 389 votes in favour, 206 against and 32 abstentions.

WHY LONG-HAUL TRAVEL FROM CYPRUS IS SUDDENLY MORE COMPLICATED - AND MORE EXPENSIVE

 

WHY LONG-HAUL TRAVEL FROM CYPRUS IS SUDDENLY MORE COMPLICATED - AND MORE EXPENSIVE - Knews 27/3

Airline reroutes and Middle East tensions are reshaping how island residents reach Asia and Australia.

For years, flying from Cyprus to Asia or Australia often meant one relatively affordable connection through the Gulf. That era may be ending, at least for now.

Travellers planning summer getaways are facing sticker shock as escalating tensions in the Persian Gulf ripple through global aviation. Ticket prices on key Europe–Asia routes have jumped sharply in recent weeks, with some fares reportedly rising severalfold compared with last year. Industry data shows prices on popular routes to Europe are on average about 70% higher than June 2025, while some long-haul tickets now cost two or even three times as much.