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September 23, 2026

Cyprus: Makarios Avenue funding at risk — FrontPages.eu, September 23, 2026

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Concerns have emerged regarding the potential loss of €21 million in European funding for the Makarios Avenue project, following changes that would allow car access. This development signals a significant challenge for ongoing urban development initiatives. In other news, a dramatic police chase in Limassol resulted in a police officer being injured, highlighting public safety concerns. Separately, a serious international case involving a 'Cypriot' executed in China for half a billion dollars, linked to money laundering and asset freezing in Limassol and Paphos, has come to light. President Nikos Christodoulides is set to address the UN General Assembly, focusing on efforts to resume negotiations for a solution to the Cyprus problem and urging Chevron to advance the Aphrodite gas field. Domestically, political discussions include a dispute between Makis and Nikolas Papadopoulos, leader of DIKO, and statements regarding DIKO's candidate for the 2028 presidential elections.

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Changes allowing car access on Makarios Avenue are reportedly jeopardizing €21 million in European funding, with official warnings from the European Commission.

Politis: Makarios Avenue: Car access changes risk €21 million in funding

Changes allowing car access on Makarios Avenue are jeopardizing €21 million in funding, with the European Commission's official stance and warnings highlighted.

President Nikos Christodoulides will address the UN General Assembly, focusing on resuming negotiations for the Cyprus problem and urged Chevron to advance the Aphrodite gas field. UN envoy Maria Angela Holguin confirmed the United Nations' ongoing efforts regarding the Cyprus problem. Additionally, President Christodoulides advised British Prime Minister Andy Burnham to consider Cyprus's relations concerning UK bases, while Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan demanded 'sovereign equality'…

Cyprus Mail: President to focus on resumption of talks in UNGA address

President Nikos Christodoulides will address the UN General Assembly, with his speech expected to center on efforts to resume negotiations for a solution to the Cyprus problem.

Cyprus Mail: Time to move forward with Aphrodite gas field, president tells Chevron

President Nikos Christodoulides urged Chevron to move decisively from planning to implementation for the Aphrodite gas field, emphasizing the need to maintain momentum.

Cyprus Mail: UN ‘continuing its efforts’ on Cyprus problem, envoy says

UN envoy Maria Angela Holguin stated that the United Nations is actively continuing its efforts regarding the Cyprus problem after meeting with President Nikos Christodoulides.

Cyprus Mail: Christodoulides tells Burnham to give Cyprus serious consideration

President Nikos Christodoulides advised British Prime Minister Andy Burnham to seriously consider the Republic of Cyprus's relations with its neighbors when making decisions about UK bases.

Sigmalive: Erdogan Demands 'Sovereign Equality' for Turkish Cypriots from UK PM

Turkish President Erdogan has requested 'sovereign equality' for Turkish Cypriots from the British Prime Minister, indicating ongoing international diplomacy concerning the Cyprus issue.

Cyprus Mail: Turkish Cypriot property service admits member held massive plot

The Turkish Cypriot property management service acknowledged allocating a substantial amount of land, over 150 million square metres, to a staff member 30 years ago.

A dramatic police chase involving shootings in Limassol resulted in a police officer being injured. A 34-year-old man with outstanding arrest warrants was apprehended after crashing into a patrol car during the pursuit.

Sigmalive: Dramatic Chase with Shootings in Limassol - Police Officer Injured

A police officer was injured during a dramatic chase involving shootings in Limassol, detailing a serious public safety incident within Cyprus.

Philenews: Limassol police chase ends in shooting, officer injured

A 34-year-old man with outstanding arrest warrants was apprehended in Limassol after a police chase involving gunfire, during which he crashed into a patrol car and injured a police officer.

A political dispute has erupted between Makis and Nikolas Papadopoulos, leader of DIKO, with DISY expressing support for DIKO. Michalis Damianou, Minister of Energy, Commerce and Industry and Vice President of DIKO, stated that DIKO has a candidate for the 2028 presidential elections, and toned down his rhetoric after a clash with Nikola Keravnos.

Sigmalive: Makis and Nikolas Clash Over GSI - DISY Supports DIKO

A political dispute between Makis and Nikolas regarding GSI is highlighted, with DISY expressing support for DIKO. This points to internal political maneuvering and alliances within Cyprus.

Politis: Michalis Damianou on 2028 Presidential Elections: 'DIKO has a candidate'

Michalis Damianou stated that DIKO has a candidate for the 2028 presidential elections, while the Minister of Energy tones down his rhetoric after a clash with Nikola Keravnos.

A case involving Cypriot naturalizations revealed a 'Cypriot' was executed in China for half a billion dollars, with money laundering activities traced back to Cyprus, leading to asset freezing and a search for the victim's son.

Philenews: Citizenships linked to China murder: 'Cypriot' executed for $0.5B, money…

A case involving naturalizations reveals a 'Cypriot' was executed in China for half a billion dollars, with money laundering activities traced back to Cyprus, leading to a search for the victim's son and freezing of assets worth €14 million in Limassol and Paphos.

Fuel prices are increasing due to geopolitical factors, taxes, and transportation costs. Applications have opened for compensation to landowners in the Akamas region. Concerns have been raised by the House labour committee chairman that hiring workers through temporary employment agencies is linked to human trafficking and slave trade.

Politis: Fuel prices: Geopolitics, taxes, and transport costs inflate prices

Dr. Konstantinos Chatzistassou explains how geopolitical factors, taxes, and transportation costs are driving up fuel prices.

Sigmalive: Applications Open for Compensation to Akamas Landowners

The submission of applications for compensation to landowners in the Akamas region has begun, indicating a local government initiative.

Cyprus Mail: Workers trafficked to Cyprus through hiring agencies

The House labour committee chairman stated that hiring workers through temporary employment agencies is linked to slave trade and human trafficking.

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