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A self-styled mayor in occupied Kyrenia has condemned sharp fare increases for migrant crossings following a deadly boat tragedy, noting prices jumped from 6,000 to 22,000 Turkish lira due to demand.
Rescue teams are searching for 20 people missing after a vessel sank off the coast of Kyrenia, Cyprus. Authorities have released the names of confirmed victims while families share harrowing accounts of the disaster.
Turkish Cypriot officials have published the identities of eight confirmed fatalities and twenty individuals still missing after a passenger ferry capsized off the coast of Kyrenia.
Decades after the division of Cyprus, residents continue to grapple with collective trauma and the fading hope of returning to their ancestral homes in northern Kyrenia.
A passenger ferry carrying over 260 people capsized off the coast of northern Cyprus, leaving at least eight people dead and dozens missing. Authorities have detained the vessel’s captain while search and rescue teams continue operations in challenging sea conditions.
Newly released video shows passengers experiencing distress and fear as a vessel took on water and sank near the coast of Girne, sparking public concern.
There have been “losses of life” recorded after a passenger ferry capsized off the coast of Kyrenia, Turkey’s ambassador in Nicosia Ali Murat Basceri said on Sunday. He told Turkish public broadcaster TRT that the boat had issued a may-day call at 12.10pm, saying that it was “taking on water” at a distance of around […]
The 'mayor' of occupied Kyrenia announced increased security measures and municipal police patrols following public outrage over an attempted sexual assault on a young girl.
Another major international electronic music event, Zamna, is being planned in the occupied areas of Cyprus, days after Serbian company EXIT withdrew from the NEXUS festival in occupied Kyrenia following reactions.
Serbian music company EXIT has withdrawn from the planned Nexus electronic music festival at Kyrenia Castle. The decision follows diplomatic and political pressure over the event, which was scheduled for September.
The Brussels Times published a search query-like article titled 'WWW BUY-COKE COM how to order cocaine powder in Kyrenia', which appears to be SEO spam.
The Brussels Times website has published multiple articles consisting solely of search queries related to buying cocaine and other drugs in various cities and countries. These articles appear to be spam or a technical error, listing specific drug names and locations.
Four of seven individuals arrested in connection with the murder of 40-year-old Nizam Allanazarov have appeared in court in Kyrenia, facing charges related to the murder and drug possession.
On July 28, 1998, the European Court of Human Rights awarded compensation to Greek Cypriot refugee Titina Loizidou for the ongoing deprivation of her property in occupied Kyrenia, marking a historic decision after years of legal battle.
On the 52nd anniversary of the 1974 Turkish invasion, Kyrenia Mayor Akis Violaris reiterated calls for the return of displaced persons and a resolution to the issue of missing persons.
An American businessman, Ibrahim Hilmi, has been arrested in Kyrenia, Cyprus, on accusations of orchestrating a scheme to defraud the US Medicare program of over $3.7 billion. The alleged fraud targeted the government-funded health insurance for the elderly and disabled.
Maintenance works are underway at the Church of Panayia Melendrina in northern Cyprus, with tenders announced for further restoration efforts aimed at preserving the 14th-century structure.
The National Guard of Cyprus conducted a towing operation of the historic Kyrenia II vessel, accompanied by a modern patrol boat, as part of an initiative to showcase Cyprus’ maritime heritage.
Observers from the United Nations Development Programme visited the Panayia Apsinthotissa monastery in the Kyrenia district, where renovation work is currently underway.
Unal Ustel, the 'prime minister' of Northern Cyprus, has denied claims that he accepted a £300,000 bribe to facilitate the construction of a cable car in Kyrenia, following allegations made by a social media journalist.
Rescue operations are underway to locate survivors and recover the vessel that sank off the coast of Kyrenia on Tuesday afternoon. Turkish Cypriot officials confirmed the crisis response efforts as teams work to reach the submerged wreckage.
Rescuers are searching for dozens of missing passengers after a ferry capsized off the coast of northern Cyprus, prompting court appearances for the vessel’s captain and financial aid offers to affected families. Emotional testimonies from relatives continue to emerge as authorities investigate the disaster.
Erhan Arikli vowed to step down if warranted, pending the recovery and analysis of the black box from the passenger ferry that sank off Kyrenia.
A passenger ferry capsized off the coast of northern Cyprus, resulting in multiple fatalities and leaving dozens missing. Authorities have taken the vessel’s captain and seven crew members into custody as investigations into the disaster continue.
Regional video coverage released by Rudaw focusing on developments in the Girne area.
Government Spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said the protection of human life remains the top priority following the sinking of a vessel off the coast of Kyrenia. In a post, Letymbiotis said Cyprus was following developments “with deep sadness and concern” following the incident. “Our thoughts are with those who lost their lives, the injured, all those […]
The Turkish Cypriot mayor of Kyrenia, Murat Senkul, stated that the town's actual population is between 150,000 and 160,000, suggesting the overall population of Northern Cyprus is likely much higher than official figures.
An article reflects on the historical discussions and agreements concerning Kyrenia, mentioning its handover to Turkish control as part of a "high-level" understanding involving the junta, Ankara, and Washington.
Cypriot diplomacy successfully convinced the Serbian company EXIT to cancel its participation in a festival planned in occupied Kyrenia, countering actions by the occupation regime.
Disy MEP Loukas Fourlas has called on Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic to intervene and prevent a planned electronic music festival at Kyrenia Castle. Fourlas argues that the event would legitimize the administration in the occupied north of Cyprus.
Questions are being raised regarding an order for the 70th Engineer Battalion not to lay mines at a crucial landing point on the northern coast of Cyprus shortly before the 1974 Turkish invasion, according to a new report.
Numerous search queries for buying cocaine in various global cities, including Salt Lake City, Rhodes Town, and Whangarei, were found on The Brussels Times website. These searches often included specific website addresses like "BUY-COKE COM" and "FINDCOK ORG."
A search query for where to buy cocaine in Kyrenia, Cyprus, referencing the website BUY-COKE COM, has appeared on brusselstimes.com.
A total of 146 animals perished after a fire erupted on a farm near the village of Koutsoventis in the Kyrenia district, also destroying a milking machine and a generator.
A Kyrenian shares a poignant reflection on the town of Kyrenia, describing its magnetic hold on the imagination of its displaced inhabitants and its significance as the setting for an idyllic childhood.
Police in Kyrenia, Cyprus, seized over nine kilograms of cannabis and 300 grams of cocaine, along with cash and equipment, during a major drug operation.
A planned pilgrimage to the Sourp Magar Armenian monastery in the Kyrenia district was abruptly cancelled by Turkish Cypriot authorities, according to Armenian Cypriot representative Vartkes Mahdessian.
The Turkish armed forces are reportedly considering stationing a new commando brigade in the mountains above Kyrenia, with the Turkish defense ministry confirming that "work has been done."
A candidate of the Direct Democracy party was reportedly convicted in a drug-related case in the north, according to Turkish Cypriot media reports. The reports refer to Kyrenia district candidate Valery Tarapai, who is said to have been arrested in May 2017 along with another individual for transporting drugs to the north. According to the […]
The anxiety of the relatives of the missing turned into anger on Monday afternoon in the port of Kyrenia in occupied Cyprus, where tension prevailed during the departure of the Turkish ambassador to...
New documentary videos from the tragedy off the coast of Kyrenia in the Occupied Territories, where a catamaran with 267 passengers capsized, plunging dozens into mourning, are causing shock and horror...
Crisis teams are managing separate emergencies across Greece and Cyprus, prioritizing rescue efforts after a catamaran sank near Kyrenia while firefighters contain a blaze in Athens. Authorities are investigating both incidents as passenger safety remains the primary concern.
Multiple nations and organizations expressed sympathy following the sinking of a passenger ferry near Kyrenia, which has so far claimed eight lives. Investigations into the cause are ongoing.
At least eight people have died and dozens remain missing after a passenger catamaran capsized in rough seas near Kyrenia amid rescue operations battling severe weather. Authorities are investigating the vessel's seaworthiness and crew conduct following the maritime disaster.
Government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis on Sunday afternoon expressed “deep sadness” over the sinking of a passenger ferry off the coast of Kyrenia, which has thus far caused the deaths of seven people. “Our thoughts are with those who lost their lives, with the injured, with all those experiencing this tragedy, and with their families, in […]
Patriotic forces in Cyprus celebrated a victory after successfully opposing a techno music concert near Kyrenia castle, which they viewed as a threat to national survival and reunification efforts.
The Turkish Cypriot Kyrenia mayor, Murat Senkul, has cautioned that political pressure to cancel the Nexus electronic music festival in his town could 'lay the foundation for the division of the island'.
The Serbian festival company EXIT announced its formal withdrawal from the planned Nexus festival near Kyrenia castle in northern Cyprus, stating that music should unite people, not divide communities.
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A planned Nexus electronic music festival at Kyrenia Castle has drawn criticism from Kyrenia mayor Akis Violaris, who has called for government intervention due to concerns over the participation of European artists.
Cyprus is experiencing a severe heatwave, with temperatures expected to reach 40C inland on Saturday. Coastal areas like Paphos and Kyrenia will see highs around 33C.
A 40-year-old man died after being stabbed in Kyrenia during the early hours of Thursday morning following a dispute involving seven people in a car park.
The Committee of Occupied Communities from Kyrenia, Nicosia, and Famagusta expressed support for President Nikos Christodoulides' efforts to resume negotiations on the Cyprus issue after a meeting at the presidential palace.
A planned concert by Jason Derulo in Kyrenia has sparked controversy, drawing criticism and debate. This follows recent discussions around other controversial concerts, such as Kanye West's performance in Albania.
A speculative piece explores a hypothetical scenario where Cyprus' Troodos and Kyrenia mountains mysteriously vanish on April 3, 2026, causing widespread disruption.
Reports of low-flying Turkish fighter jets over Nicosia and Kyrenia sparked concern among residents in northern Cyprus, though local authorities insisted the flights were routine operations and posed no danger.
The motorway connecting Nicosia and Kyrenia will be partially closed between the Kioneli roundabout and the new junction linking it to the northern Nicosia ring road until the end of the month, according to Turkish Cypriot police.
A Turkish combat drone, likely a Bayraktar TB2 or a Bayraktar Akinci, was circling in the skies above Cyprus on Saturday afternoon, east of Kyrenia, near the village of Ayios Epiktitos. The drone had earlier been flying off the coast of Dalaman, in the southwest of Turkey, before flying up Turkey’s southern coast and then […]