Both the invitation and the participation of Cyprus in the upcoming meeting of the Board of Peace are particularly important, said the President of the Republic, Nikos Christodoulides, on Sunday, speaking to journalists after the solemn celebration of Saint Maron, at the Cathedral of Our Lady of Grace, in Nicosia.

The President of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, said he was conveying a message in all directions, as he reiterated in statements on Sunday his readiness, even as early as next week, to attend an expanded conference at which the resumption of talks for a Cyprus settlement would be announced. The President called on all sides to demonstrate their readiness through deeds.

President of Cyprus Nikos Christodoulides expressed the government's unwavering support for Cyprus' Maronite community during the feast day celebration of Saint Maron at the Maronite Cathedral in Nicosia on Sunday, pledging continued efforts to improve the daily lives of enclaved and resettled Maronites in the occupied territories.

The High Level Group on Gender Mainstreaming will hold a two - day meeting in Nicosia, in the framework of the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the EU. According to an official press release, the deliberations will begin this afternoon and in the presence of Cypriot Minister of Justice and Public Order, Costas Fitiris, who will deliver a welcome address.

The President of the Republic, Nikos Christodoulides, approved a request for the release from prison of Kurdish activist Kenan Ayaz, Cyprus News Agency learns. Kenan Ayaz had been in custody since March 2023 and had been extradited to Germany. Last year, he was returned to Cyprus to serve his remaining prison sentence

Cyprus marks International Childhood Cancer Day (ICCD), commemorated annually on 15 February to raise awareness of childhood cancer, with the Presidency of the Republic noting the importance of strengthening pediatric oncology care.

Students from Agios Neophytos Lyceum on Saturday presented their school enterprise "Heritage Weave" in the community of Fyti, showcasing handmade fashion items such as bags and jewellery inspired by the traditional woven textiles of the village. The initiative was carried out as part of the Junior Achievement Cyprus "Student Enterprise" programme, which encourages young people to develop entrepreneurial skills through innovative ideas.