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The Department of Meteorology has issued a new yellow warning for extreme maximum inland temperature on Tuesday. It comes into effect from 1400 local time until 1600.

The maximum temperature over inland areas is expected to reach around 40 degrees Celsius.

Forecast shows that Wednesday, Thursday and Friday the weather will be mainly clear with increased clouds.

The temperature will gradually drop slightly and is set to be close to the average for this period.

The goal of further reducing non-revenue water, which is currently at around 19%-20% – the lowest by far comparing other districts and below EU average – is among the issues the Nicosia District Local Government Organisation (NDLGO), will seek assistance from Israel’s National Water Company Mekorot, NDLGO President Constantinos Yiorkadjis said on Tuesday.

He was speaking at the Memorandum of Understanding signing ceremony between NDLGO and Mekorot, which is aimed at promoting the exchange of expertise and best practices in sustainable water resources management.

The MoU was signed by Yiorkadjis, on behalf of NDLGO, and by Barak Graber, CEO of Mekorot Development and Enterprise, in the presence of Israel’s Ambassador to Cyprus Oren Anolik, officials of the two organisations and of services of the Cyprus government.

‘This partnership brings together two organisations that operate in water-scarce environments and, as one would expect, share the same mission, the sustainable, efficient, and innovative management of water resources’, Yiorkadjis said in his speech. He referred to Mekorot’s decades-long experience and global expertise in desalination, water reuse, smart water system networks, and advanced water technologies.

‘Climate change moves across borders, affecting water abundance and water scarcity in similar, if not identical, ways’, he also said, adding that its protection becomes ‘a shared responsibility for countries across our region’. At the Nicosia-based local government organization, he said, ‘we continue to invest in modern infrastructure, digital transformation, and innovation to ensure reliable, high-quality, and sustainable water service for our citizens.’

He noted that, through this cooperation, the two organisations would be joining forces in sharing knowledge, experience, and expertise, creating a platform that will allow the exchange of best practices, strengthening both organisations, ‘and, hopefully, giving better service to all citizens.’

Graber, in his own speech, noted that the two countries share ‘not only the climate, but we are also sharing the responsibility of providing water to the inhabitants of the island and the State of Israel, and also share the resources in the Mediterranean, which is a very unique league in providing water for the island and for Israel.’

The experience gained in Israel by Mekorot in the past 90 years, he said, was at the disposal of this agreement, and that they put to this test the best practices, ‘the best engineering, and the manpower we have to support this responsibility we share.’

Anolik said that the partnership between Israel and Cyprus continues to grow across many fields and that water is one area where cooperation can make a real difference in people’s daily lives. Israel and Cyprus, he said, are both part of a region where water scarcity is one of our greatest challenges, stressing the need to find smarter, more innovative solutions.

‘This is not only an environmental challenge. It’s also an economic one and a strategic one’, he said, noting that, over the years, ‘Israel has developed unique expertise in water management’, making ‘every drop count’, and that this experience is highly relevant to the needs of Cyprus. ‘This is why cooperation between our two countries is so valuable’, he said.

He added that Mekorot’s expertise ‘is already well known here in Cyprus’, as, it has contributed to major water projects on the island, among them the desalination plants in Larnaca and in Limassol, which helped strengthen Cyprus’ water security, Anolik said. ‘Today’s agreement builds on this successful cooperation, and it also opens the door to new opportunities’, he noted.

The Director of Cyprus’ Agriculture Ministry’s Water Development Department, Iliana Tofa, expressed satisfaction by the cooperation between the two organisations, being forged through the MoU.

She added that the Water Development Department has been partnering with Mekorot since 2015 under the desalination plants, noting that ‘it was a very difficult starting period’ and that the company ‘supported us the best they could.’

Replying to a question about the benefits for Cyprus from this MoU Yiorkadjis noted that this agreement represents an initial understanding and that they will begin by exchanging views to determine the key issues and challenges on which they should focus. As this is essentially an exchange of information, he said, ‘we may also be able to provide assistance in certain areas.’

He said that the NDLGO identified the reduction of non-revenue water resulting from leaks as one of its main priorities, noting that they estimate that non-revenue water in the Nicosia district is around 19-20%. ‘This is the lowest level recorded among the districts of Cyprus, by a considerable margin, and is also below the European Union average. Nevertheless, as we have set ourselves very ambitious targets, one of our primary objectives – and an area in which we will be seeking the company’s support – is to achieve a further reduction in non-revenue water’, he added.

The second priority, he said, is the management of the sewerage network, particularly in addressing potential problems that may arise during periods of flooding.

Garber also said that the signing of the MoU is the beginning of this relationship, and that the two organisations would work together to identify the problems and prioritise to see what needs to be handled and to tailor a suitable solution in a holistic approach.

CYPRUS DEPARTMENT OF METEOROLOGY

FORECAST FOR THE SEA AREA OF CYPRUS (A)

FOR THE PERIOD FROM 0600 04/08/2026 UNTIL 0600 05/08/2026

Area covered is 8 kilometers seawards.

Winds are in BEAUFORT scale. Times are local times.

Atmospheric pressure at the time of issue: 1008hPa (hectopascal)

Seasonal low pressure is affecting the area. The weather will be mainly fine, but overnight and during dawn, locally increased low cloud coverage will be present and possibly local mist and/or fog patches over southern and eastern areas.

Visibility: Good

Sea surface temperature: 28°C

Warnings: NIL

CYPRUS DEPARTMENT OF METEOROLOGY

FORECAST FOR THE SEA AREA OF CYPRUS (B)

FOR THE PERIOD FROM 1200 04/08/2026 UNTIL 1200 05/08/2026

Area covered is 8 kilometers seawards.

Winds are in BEAUFORT scale. Times are local times.

Atmospheric pressure at the time of issue: 1008hPa (hectopascal)

Seasonal low pressure is affecting the area. The weather will be mainly fine, but overnight and during dawn, locally increased low cloud coverage will be present and possibly local mist and/or fog patches over the western and eastern areas.

Visibility: Good

Sea surface temperature: 28°C

Warnings: NIL

AREA PERIOD WIND STATE OF SEA

West Coast

Afternoon Southwest to Northwest 3 to 4, at times locally 4 to 5 Slight

Night West to Northwest 3 to 4, gradually Northeast 3 Smooth to Slight

Morning South to Southwest 3, gradually Southwest to West 3 to 4 Smooth to Slight

South Coast

Afternoon Southwest to West 4 to 5, at times locally 5 Slight

Night Southwest to West 3 to 4, locally Variable 3 Smooth to Slight

Morning Southeast to Southwest 3 Smooth to Slight

East Coast

Afternoon South to Southwest 3 to 4, at times locally 4 to 5 Slight

Night Southwest to West 3 to 4, gradually 3 Smooth to Slight

Morning Southeast to South 3, gradually South to Southwest 3 to 4 Smooth to Slight

North Coast

Afternoon Southwest to Northwest 3 to 4, locally 4 Smooth to Slight

Night Southeast to Southwest 3 Smooth to Slight

Morning Southeast to Southwest 3, gradually Southwest 3 to 4 Smooth to Slight

The Cyprus Stock Exchange (CSE) All Share Index closed at today`s stock exchange meeting as follows:

MEETING DATE: 04/08/2026

INDICES BASE VALUES: FTSEMed=5000, OTHERS = 1000

EURO (pound )

TRADED VALUE 704.441,56

INDEX

VALUE

%DIFF.

VALUE

FTSE/CySE 20

187,330

0,840

701.366,230

MAIN MARKET INDEX

251,400

0,850

613.735,500

INVESTMENT COMPANIES MARKET INDEX

2.860,950

-0,690

34.472,510

CSE GENERAL INDEX

318,760

0,840

701.366,230

HOTELS INDEX

1.762,010

0,000

300,000

ALTERNATIVE MARKET INDEX

2.122,380

0,450

87.930,730

Six organisations are joining forces and resources to protect and conserve three iconic birds of prey of Cyprus: the Griffon Vulture (Gyps fulvus), the Bonelli’s Eagle (Aquila fasciata) and the Common Buzzard (Buteo rufinus).

A Birdlife press release said that the project officially starts next October with co-funding from the EU LIFE programme and is implemented by BirdLife Cyprus as lead partner, together with the Game and Fauna Service, the Vulture Conservation Foundation, the General State Chemical Laboratory, the Cyprus Police and the Cyprus Electricity Authority.

The project aims at the long-term conservation of these species, addressing the main threats that increase their mortality rates, such as the use of poisoned baits, electrocution and collision with electricity transmission and distribution infrastructure, shooting and drowning in open water reservoirs.

In Cyprus, the Griffon Vulture is in a particularly critical situation, with its population numbering only 37 birds. In recent years, the placement of poisoned baits and electrocution have emerged as the most significant threats to its survival.

The Bonelli’s Eagle, the only eagle that still nests in Cyprus, remains vulnerable to persecution, poisoning and risks from energy infrastructure.

The Egyptian Vulture, although it has expanded its presence on the island in recent decades, it still faces serious threats such as shooting, electrocution, collisions and drowning, which require further and in-depth study of the species, the press release reads.

The project builds on and extends the important results of two previous projects, ‘LIFE with Vultures’ and ‘LIFE Bonelli’s eastMed’ which have contributed significantly to strengthening the protection of the Griffon Vulture and the Bonelli’s Eagle.

In particular, with regard to the Griffon Vulture, a significant population increase was achieved through the transport and release of birds from Spain, while at the same time the cooperation of the competent authorities was strengthened to prevent and address the illegal use of poisoned baits.

The new project builds on this experience and the valuable knowledge acquired, expanding the knowledge for the three species of birds of prey and further strengthening the actions to reduce the threats they face.

Through ‘Raptors for LIFE’ targeted actions will be implemented such as providing reliable scientific evidence through analyses to effectively support criminal proceedings in wildlife poisoning cases, improving the investigation and prosecution procedures for crimes against wildlife, strengthening expertise in the detection of poisons in baits through the purchase of new equipment and specialized training etc, it is noted.

President of Cyprus Nikos Christodoulides announced on Tuesday a partial Cabinet reshuffle, introducing changes to the composition of the Council of Ministers, as well as new appointments to the positions of Commissioners and of the Director of the President’s Office.

According to a statement issued by the Presidency of the Republic, the President, exercising the powers vested in him by the Constitution, decided to appoint Evanthia Tsolaki as Minister of Transport, Communications and Works, Christos Senekis as Minister of Agriculture, Rural Development and Environment, Tina Pavlou as Deputy Minister of Social Welfare and Clea Papaellina as Deputy Minister of Culture.

The President also decided to appoint Elias Myrianthous as Commissioner for the Environment and Animal Welfare, Eirini Poyiatzi as Commissioner for Citizens’ Rights, and Panayiotis Palates as Director of the President’s Office.

The swearing-in ceremony for the new members of the Government and the appointment ceremony will take place on Thursday, August 6, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. at the Presidential Palace.

The visit of Hungary’s Ambassador Krisztina Lakos to the premises of the Cyprus News Agency (CNA) in Nicosia, on Tuesday, marks a step towards strengthening cooperation between Cyprus and Hungary, the Ambassador told CNA.

The Ambassador met with CNA’s President of the Board of Directors, Andreas Frangos, and Director Dinos Phinikarides.

In a statement, Frangos said he had the privilege and pleasure of welcoming the Ambassador of Hungary to CNA premises, where he presented the Agency’s work and the undertaking of providing authoritative news coverage in an era of misinformation.

“I have requested from the Ambassador to contribute to the revival of our cooperation with the corresponding historic news agency of Hungary, MTI (Magyar Távirati Iroda),” he said, noting that although the two agencies are members of the European Alliance of News Agencies (EANA), “I believe that with her assistance, we will revive our cooperation and exchange news in both countries, about Cyprus and Hungary.” He added that he looks forward to further strengthening their cooperation.

For her part, Ambassador Krisztina Lakos thanked CNA for hosting her. She said that this was an issue that had been pending for some time, in order for her to make this visit personally and to strengthen cooperation, not only between the Embassy and CNA, but also as another step “in strengthening the cooperation between the two countries as well.”

“We will be more than happy to assist with the renewing of the agreement between CNA and MTI in Hungary and we will be working on it and hopefully it will be very fast, in order to exchange more news and may be some photographs,” she said.

She also expressed the hope that in the future CNA would provide news coverage when the Embassy organises events that are of journalistic interest to the Agency. ‘We are a small Embassy, but with very interesting ideas,’ she said.

Asked about upcoming events organised by the Embassy of Hungary, the Ambassador said that, on the occasion of the 70th anniversary of the 1956 Hungarian Revolution, a dance performance will take place on 21 October at the Strovolos Municipal Theatre.

She also said that the Embassy is organising a bicommunal chess event for children, which will take place in November.

FOR THE PERIOD FROM 1800 04/08/2026 UNTIL 1800 05/08/2026

Atmospheric pressure at the time of issue: 1008hPa (hectopascal)

Seasonal low pressure is affecting the area. The weather will be mainly fine, but overnight and during dawn, locally increased low cloud coverage will be present and possibly local mist and/or fog patches over the western and eastern areas.

Visibility: Good

Sea surface temperature: 28°C

Warnings: NIL

AREA

PERIOD

WIND

STATE OF SEA

West Coast

Night

West to Northwest 3 to 4, gradually Northeast 3

Smooth to Slight

Morning

South to Southwest 3, gradually Southwest to West 3 to 4

Smooth to Slight

Afternoon

Southwest to West 3 to 4, at times locally 4

Slight

South Coast

Night

Southwest to West 3 to 4, locally Variable 3

Smooth to Slight

Morning

Southeast to Southwest 3

Smooth to Slight

Afternoon

Southwest to West 4 to 5, at times locally 5

Slight

East Coast

Night

Southwest to West 3 to 4, gradually 3

Smooth to Slight

Morning

Southeast to South 3, gradually South to Southwest 3 to 4

Smooth to Slight

Afternoon

Southwest 3 to 4, at times locally 4 to 5

Slight

North Coast

Night

Southeast to Southwest 3

Smooth to Slight

Morning

Southeast to Southwest 3, gradually Southwest 3 to 4

Smooth to Slight

Afternoon

Southwest 3 to 4, locally 4

Smooth to Slight

Time of issue: 1700

Date: 04/08/2026

Minister of Justice and Public Order Costas Fytiris on Tuesday convened a meeting at Larnaca Airport to address congestion problems observed both inside the airport and in the access, drop-off and passenger pick-up areas, particularly during periods of increased passenger traffic.

According to a statement issued by the Ministry of Justice and Public Order, the meeting was attended by the competent authorities and services, which reviewed the current situation and discussed ways to alleviate the problem.

The statement said the aim is to reduce inconvenience for travellers and drivers, improve services for the travelling public and strengthen coordination among all relevant stakeholders.

According to the Ministry, Fytiris stressed the need for continuous evaluation of procedures and close cooperation among all competent services to ensure that problems are addressed promptly and that the smooth operation of Larnaca Airport is safeguarded to the greatest extent possible.