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Maria Angela Holguin, the UN envoy, has suggested both sides begin negotiations without preconditions, warning that the cost of failure this time would be immense. For those monitoring progress in inches, she pointed to four new checkpoints that are nearly ready to open. Meanwhile, President Nikos Christodoulides has turned his attention to the colonial legacy of British bases on the island; London is reportedly open to the discussion. The 2028 presidential election cycle has begun four years early as the AKEL party formally enters the campaign trail. On the diplomatic front, officials are lobbying to block Turkish candidate Feridun Sinirlioğlu from becoming UN Secretary-General. During questioning on international law, Mr Sinirlioğlu reportedly avoided most direct answers, which has not eased local doubts about his suitability. A recent credit rating upgrade to A by Fitch has been welcomed by the government, though it remains to be seen if the news will reach households currently struggling with the cost of living. In Nicosia, two serious collisions involving drunk drivers resulted in a hit-and-run and four injuries, while the Speaker of the Egyptian Parliament arrived for an official visit.

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UN Secretary-General's Personal Envoy on Cyprus, Maria Angela Holguin, has cautioned that a failure of the current initiative to resolve the Cyprus issue would result in "huge damage." She has urged leaders to engage in negotiations without preconditions and highlighted the nearing establishment of four checkpoints. An editorial also discussed the potential implications if Holguin were to conclude her mission.

Cyprus Mail: Holguin: 'huge damage' if Cyprus initiative fails

UN Cyprus envoy Maria Angela Holguin has proposed that the island's two sides begin negotiations without preconditions, warning of significant damage if the current initiative falters.

Politis: Maria Angela Holguin at "P": Four checkpoints a breath away - Pressing leaders…

UN envoy Maria Angela Holguin is in Cyprus, emphasizing the proximity of four checkpoints and urging leaders to pursue significant developments.

Cyprus Mail: Our View: Would either side be upset if Holguin calls time?

An editorial piece discusses whether either side in the Cyprus issue would be negatively affected if the UN envoy Maria Angela Holguin decides to end her mission.

President Nikos Christodoulides has publicly stated Cyprus's objective to resolve the status of British bases on the island. Reports indicate that the British government is receptive to engaging in discussions on this matter.

Cyprus Mail: Christodoulides: Cyprus seeks to end 'colonial legacy' of British bases

President Nikos Christodoulides stated that Cyprus aims to resolve the status of British bases on the island, with the British government reportedly open to discussions.

The Central Committee of the Progressive Party of Working People (AKEL) has formally commenced the process for the 2028 presidential elections, signaling the party's entry into the campaign. Discussions are ongoing regarding potential candidates, with Yiasemides' candidacy reportedly gaining traction as the center-left seeks a unifying figure.

Philenews: Stefanos winks at Sofia: Collaboration flirtations and data with Giasemides…

AKEL's Central Committee has initiated the presidential election process, formally entering the party into the campaign trail.

Politis: Presidential Elections 2028: Yasemides' candidacy gains ground - Center-left…

Yiasemides' candidacy is gaining traction as the center-left seeks a unifying candidate for the 2028 presidential elections, with AKEL playing a key role and EDEK holding a deciding vote.

Cyprus Mail: Cyprus and Greece press Turkish UN chief candidate on international law

Cyprus and Greece questioned Turkey's UN secretary-general candidate, Feridun Sinirlioglu, regarding international law, though he avoided direct answers to most of their queries.

Nicosia experienced a series of serious collisions caused by drunk drivers, including a hit-and-run incident that resulted in injuries to four people.

Politis: Drunk drivers sow terror in Nicosia: Two serious collisions, hit-and-run and…

Drunk drivers caused two serious collisions in Nicosia, resulting in a hit-and-run incident and injuries to four people.

The Speaker of the Egyptian Parliament has arrived in Cyprus for an official visit, engaging in diplomatic discussions.

Sigmalive: Egyptian Parliament Speaker visits Cyprus for official visit

The Speaker of the Egyptian Parliament arrived in Cyprus for an official visit.

Cyprus's recent 'A' credit rating upgrade by Fitch highlights the ongoing challenge of balancing a stronger national economy with the financial pressures faced by households and the persistent cost-of-living divide.

Cyprus Mail: Stronger economy, squeezed households: Cyprus faces a difficult balancing act

Cyprus's A rating upgrade by Fitch highlights the ongoing challenge of a stronger economy contrasting with squeezed household finances and the cost-of-living divide.

A 75-year-old woman tragically lost her life in Morfou after falling down a cliff, with authorities releasing details of the incident.

Sigmalive: 75-year-old woman dies in Morfou after falling down a cliff

The details of a 75-year-old woman who lost her life in Morfou after a fall down a cliff have been released.

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