Public Sector Reform: Government is drafting changes to sick-leave rules across the public service to curb abuse while protecting genuine illness, with Justice Minister Costas Fityris in talks with the Medical Association and unions warning against harming people with chronic conditions. Counter-Terror Crackdown (Larnaca): Police arrested a fourth suspect in the Governor’s Beach terrorism case after locating him abroad and extraditing him to Cyprus; he joins three already remanded defendants, with charges tied to alleged Hamas-linked planning against Israeli interests. Justice & Rule of Law: The EU Commission warns Cyprus is still lagging on legal-service and prosecution oversight reforms, citing slow court proceedings and delays in setting up an independent courts service. 1974 Commemoration: Cyprus marked the coup anniversary with officials honouring resistance fighters and President Christodoulides reiterating that the Isaac and Solomou murders remain open, with “developments” handled privately. Energy Costs: A new ranking highlights where households pay the highest energy bills, with Cyprus included among the countries analysed. Environment & Waste: Cabinet approved €1m emergency funding to clear illegally dumped waste sites, prioritising areas at higher wildfire risk.