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Cyprus Seeks EU Aid and Vaccines to Combat Foot-and-Mouth Disease

Published February 23, 2026, 18:24
Cyprus Seeks EU Aid and Vaccines to Combat Foot-and-Mouth Disease

Cyprus is in close cooperation with the European Commission to address the outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease. The Minister of Agriculture, Maria Panagiotou, met with the Commissioners for Animal Health and Agriculture, requesting the immediate start of vaccinations and financial assistance. The Commissioner for Animal Health committed to the immediate dispatch of vaccines from tomorrow, while the allocation of funds from the EU reserve is being considered. The Minister expressed her satisfaction with the Commission's prompt response. The government is seeking rapid action to limit the spread of the disease and protect livestock farming.