Annual inflation rises, drops in EU

Annual inflation in Cyprus increased to 4.3% in September, up from 3.1% in August, bucking the downward trend in the wider EU. A year ago, Cyprus’ inflation rate was 9.0%, according to

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New shelter for trafficking victims

The Social Welfare Deputy Ministry announced the operation of a new unit for managing human trafficking victims based in a Nicosia shelter for those sexually exploited. In 2022-2023, Social Welfare Services (SWS)

52 Cypriots remain in Israel

Fifty-two Cypriots remain in Israel who have not expressed a desire for repatriation, said Cyprus Ambassador to the country, Kornelios Korneliou. He told the Cyprus News Agency (CNA): “Since October 7, when the Hamas