Category: Cyprus News Agency

Department of Meteorology

Today’s weather and temperatures for Cyprus according to the Department of Meteorology

Date 30/05/2026

Station

TEMPERATURE (C) (FROM 20:00 PC of the previous one until the time of the show)

Highest

Lowest

Humidity at

1200 UTC

Nicosia (Athalassa)

30

16

32

Larnaka Airport

27

18

65

Limassol

26

16

67

Pafos Airport

24

18

80

Frenaros

29

18

53

Prodromos

21

12

57

Polis Pafos

26

17

58

CNA/EA/AGK/2026

In Cyprus, there are protocols that were put into effect in the past and will be followed in the event of a suspected case, epidemiologist Petros Karagiannis told CNA regarding the outbreak of the ebola virus in Central Africa.

Asked what the response would be if there were an imported case in Cyprus, he said that there are protocols that were put into effect in the past and will be followed.

He also said that the Ministry of Health may have updated these protocols, and stressed that what is important is the complete isolation of the suspected case and the implementation of biosecurity measures, to protect both doctors and nurses and the general population so that there is no further spread.

Transmission, Karagiannis said, occurs only through very close contact with fluids from the patient, such as saliva, tears, urine, feces and also blood. He noted that in the final stages of the disease, microhemorrhages occur, which is why these viruses are considered responsible for hemorrhagic episodes, meaning they cause hemorrhagic fevers.

For the rest of the world, he said, except for Central Africa, where outbreaks occur from time to time, any case will be an imported one.

“This is where we need to be cautious, at least people coming from these countries should be given a thorough ‘interrogation’ to see where they traveled, what places they visited to clarify whether they have been exposed or not,” he stressed.

He estimated that this time the outbreak seems to be a little more serious than in previous times. The specific strain responsible for the current outbreak is a strain that has had one or two outbreaks in the past and is associated with a more aggressive disease, he added. Karagiannis noted that there is no vaccine for this at the moment.

Therefore, he said, the management of an incident depends on the symptoms presented by the patient.

At the present stage, he added, what is of particular importance is prevention, informing the general population in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda, where there are cases, so that citizens know what to avoid.

CYPRUS DEPARTMENT OF METEOROLOGY

FORECAST FOR THE SEA AREA OF CYPRUS (B)

FOR THE PERIOD FROM 1200 30/05/2026 UNTIL 1200 31/05/2026

Area covered is 8 kilometers seawards.

Winds are in BEAUFORT scale. Times are local times.

Atmospheric pressure at the time of issue: 1013hPa (hectopascal)

Weak low pressure and an unstable air mass are affecting the area. The weather will be mainly fine, but tonight locally increased low cloud coverage will be present at times, mainly over the west, the south and the east, while later local mist and/or fog patches is likely, mainly over the southeast.

Visibility: Good, but moderate to poor in mist

Sea surface temperature: 21°C

Warnings: NIL

AREA PERIOD WIND STATE OF SEA

West Coast

Afternoon Southeast to South 3 to 4, later Southeast to Southwest Smooth to Slight

Night Northwest to Northeast 3, locally Variable Smooth to Slight

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

South Coast

Afternoon Southeast to Southwest 3 to 4, later South to Southwest Smooth to Slight

Night Northwest to Northeast 3, locally Variable Smooth to Slight

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

East Coast

Afternoon East to Southeast 3 to 4, later South to Southwest Smooth to Slight

Night South to Southwest 3, later Southeast to Southwest Smooth to Slight

Morning East to Southeast 3, later 3 to 4 Slight

North Coast

Afternoon Northwest to Northeast 3 to 4 Smooth to Slight

Night Southeast to Southwest 3, offshore Northwest to Northeast Smooth to Slight

Morning Northwest to Northeast 3, later Southwest to Northwest 3 to 4 Smooth to Slight

Time of issue: 1130

Date: 30/05/2026

The Cyprus issue, migration, security in the Eastern Mediterranean and developments in the Western Balkans were discussed during a meeting on Friday between Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis and PACE President Petra Bayr, according to a post by Greece’s Foreign Ministry.

Gerapetritis reaffirmed Greece’s strong support for the Council of Europe and its steadfast commitment to human rights, democracy and the rule of law.

Greece remains firmly committed to multilateralism and international law, working closely with the Council of Europe’s bodies, mechanisms and Parliamentary Assembly, the Ministry said.

Pafos FC secured a 2-0 victory on Friday against Apollon Limassol, and won the Cyprus Cup at a match at GSP Stadium, in Nicosia.

Jaja scored in the 84th minute, while Pepe secured the title for the Paphos team in the 92nd minute.

Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides, who attended the match, said on Friday that Ricardo Sa Pinto’s substitutions helped change the course of the Cypriot Cup final, while describing the post-match incidents and tensions as “regrettable.”

Speaking to Alpha Cyprus, which broadcast the match, President Christodoulides said Apollon had been the better side for much of the contest.

“Objectively, Apollon were the better team for most of the game,” he said.

“I think the substitutions made by Pafos’ coach helped change the course of the match,” he added.

President Christodoulides also noted that “there are no favourites in a cup final”.

“When one team scores, the other is forced to push for an equaliser and the game opens up. The game opened up and it became 2-0. Overall, it was a good match,” he said.

Referring to the tensions that erupted after the final whistle, the President said that “what happened was regrettable, we did not need it. Those involved in the game also have a responsibility to ensure we do not witness such unacceptable incidents.”

“They could have been avoided. We do not want to see such things in our stadiums. There were so many families and children there. Certain behaviours also provoked a reaction from the crowd,” he added.

President Nikos Christodoulides said Moody’s assessment of the Cypriot economy recognises an economic strategy that is delivering results in practice, noting that the development has clear political and economic significance for Cyprus.

In a written statement, the President welcomed Moody’s latest assessment of the Cypriot economy, saying that at a time when the global economy is being tested by uncertainty, geopolitical tensions and continuous pressures, Cyprus is assessed as an economy with credibility, resilience and prospects.

He said Moody’s reference to strong institutional governance and effective policymaking confirms the soundness of the economic strategy being followed.

President Christodoulides said that from the first day of his administration, the priorities set were fiscal responsibility, stability, the reduction of public debt, the strengthening of growth momentum and the creation of real benefits for citizens.

‘The results confirm that this course is correct, effective and internationally recognised,’ he said.

According to the President, the development strengthens the credibility of the Republic of Cyprus, supports the confidence of markets and investors, helps protect the economy from external risks and creates greater scope for targeted social policy.

He added that this includes support for the middle class and the strengthening of households, workers, young people and businesses.

‘We continue with the same seriousness, with a specific plan and a clear direction,’ he said, adding that the aim is ‘to safeguard what we have achieved, further strengthen the resilience of our economy and turn every positive result into more security, more opportunities and better prospects for citizens and society.’

‘Cyprus comes above all,’ the President concluded.

Cyprus’ Council of Ministers has approved the country’s first National Anti-Fraud Strategy for the Protection of the Financial Interests of the European Union for the 2026-2031 period, together with a five-year Action Plan aimed at strengthening sound financial management, transparency and the protection of EU and public funds.

According to a press release issued on Friday by the Treasury of the Republic and Cyprus’ Anti-Fraud Coordination Service (AFCOS), the strategy seeks to establish a unified and coherent national framework for the prevention, detection, investigation, recovery and monitoring of fraud and irregularities affecting the EU’s financial interests.

The strategy covers both the expenditure and revenue sides of the EU budget, as well as key EU-funded sectors in Cyprus, including Cohesion Policy, the Common Agricultural Policy, the Common Fisheries Policy, Migration and Home Affairs, and the Recovery and Resilience Facility.

The strategy was prepared by AFCOS Cyprus with the support of the Treasury of the Republic, which serves as the body’s secretariat, and with technical assistance from the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) under an EU-funded support project.

AFCOS Cyprus will play the central coordinating role in implementing the strategy. Its members include the Accountant General of the Republic as chair, the Attorney General, the Chief of Police, the Tax Commissioner, the Director of the Customs Department and the Commissioner for Agricultural Payments. The Auditor General and the Commissioner of Internal Audit will participate as independent observers.

The five-year Action Plan includes specific measures, timetables and monitoring indicators, with emphasis on risk assessment, stronger controls, staff training, improved reporting procedures, the use of digital tools and enhanced coordination among competent authorities.

Implementation of the strategy will be monitored through AFCOS Cyprus with biannual reviews and annual progress reports submitted to the Finance Minister and the Council of Ministers.

FOR THE PERIOD FROM 1200 29/05/2026 UNTIL 1200 30/05/2026

Atmospheric pressure at the time of issue: 1010hPa (hectopascal)

An unstable air mass is affecting the area. The weather will be mainly fine but tonight and early morning increased low cloud will be present, mainly west part.

Visibility: Good

Sea surface temperature: 21°C

Warnings: NIL

Cyprus’ Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Maria Michael, stressed at the UN Security Council that the UN Charter remains ‘the cornerstone of the multilateral system’ and the ‘indispensable foundation for international peace and security,’ warning that its principles must not be applied selectively.

Speaking in her national capacity, after aligning Cyprus with the European Union statement, she said the Charter was born from the ‘devastation of the Second World War’ as a commitment to prevent ‘future generations from the scourge of war’ and to build an international order based on ‘sovereign equality, peaceful coexistence and respect for international law.’

Ambassador Michael underlined that today’s international environment is marked by an ‘increasingly complex and volatile landscape,’ including proliferating armed conflicts, rising humanitarian needs, climate change, threats to maritime security and freedom of navigation, and technological developments advancing faster than governance frameworks can adapt.

She argued that such challenges ‘cannot be addressed through unilateralism or selective approaches,’ but require ‘effective multilateralism, firmly centered on the United Nations.’

Focusing on the core principles of the Charter, she emphasized that respect for ‘sovereignty, territorial integrity and political independence cannot be applied selectively or conditionally.’

Drawing on Cyprus’ own experience, she said that for more than 50 years the country has faced the consequences of ‘illegal foreign military invasion and ongoing occupation,’ in violation of the Charter and relevant Security Council resolutions. ‘No sustainable peace can be achieved through military aggression, foreign occupation or the creation of fait accompli,’ she said.

The Cypriot representative also warned that Security Council resolutions ‘cannot be treated a la carte,’ and that violations of international law must not become normalized ‘simply through the passage of time.’

She called for respect for international judicial institutions, recalling that under Article 94 of the Charter, states must comply ‘in good faith’ with decisions of the International Court of Justice.

She also stressed that international humanitarian law must be respected in all armed conflicts and that accountability must remain central to the credibility of the international system.

Concluding, Ambassador Michael called for a more ‘effective and credible Security Council,’ with greater focus on ‘prevention, transparency and consistent action.’ Eight decades after its adoption, she said, the Charter remains ‘our shared point of reference’ in an uncertain world.

For Cyprus, she added, its principles are ‘not abstract concepts,’ but ‘essential safeguards for peace, justice, sovereignty and international stability.’

CYPRUS DEPARTMENT OF METEOROLOGY

FORECAST FOR THE SEA AREA OF CYPRUS (A)

FOR THE PERIOD FROM 0600 29/05/2026 UNTIL 0600 30/05/2026

Area covered is 8 kilometers seawards.

Winds are in BEAUFORT scale. Times are local times.

Atmospheric pressure at the time of issue: 1009hPa (hectopascal)

An unstable air mass is affecting the area. The weather will be mainly fine but tonight and early morning increased low cloud will be present, mainly west part.

Visibility: Good

Sea surface temperature: 21°C

Warnings: NIL