In today's episode, Diko MP Zacharias Koulias’ plan to appoint a new auditor-general as acting president was thwarted by House President Annita Demetriou, who cancelled her overseas trip to prevent his move.

Meanwhile, the number of migrants arriving in Cyprus through irregular means has significantly dropped in 2024, with just over 5,000 arrivals compared to nearly 11,000 last year.

Elsewhere, heavy rain caused traffic chaos in Nicosia on Monday afternoon, stranding cars in Strovolos and Engomi due to flash floods.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.