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Wednesday, October 21, 2026
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President of Northern Cyprus Tufan Erhürman has rejected a proposal by President Nikos Christodoulides to open and repopulate the fenced-off area of Varosha. This development follows recent meetings between the two leaders concerning the Cyprus issue.
Domestically, a serious audit report has revealed significant weaknesses in the process of granting urban planning permits by exception, warning that this practice risks becoming a parallel licensing path outside development plans. In other political news, John Christodoulou has officially declared his interest in running for the Presidency of the Republic, while Averof Neophytou is reportedly preparing announcements.
On the international front, Cyprus's foreign ministry has declared the maritime boundary agreement between Turkey and Libya illegal, null, and void. European Council President Antonio Costa, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, and European Parliament President Roberta Metsola have expressed solidarity with Greece and Cyprus over the Turkey-Libya deal.
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President of Northern Cyprus Tufan Erhürman has formally rejected a proposal made by President Nikos Christodoulides to open and repopulate the fenced-off area of Varosha. This rejection follows recent discussions between the two leaders regarding the Cyprus issue.
Cyprus Mail:
Erhurman Rejects Christodoulides' Varosha Proposal
Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman confirmed on Tuesday night his rejection of a proposal by President Nikos Christodoulides to open and repopulate the fenced-off area of Varosha.
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A comprehensive audit report has identified significant weaknesses in the process of granting urban planning permits by exception. The report warns that this practice risks becoming the norm, effectively creating a parallel licensing system outside established development plans.
Politis:
Urban Planning Permits Through the Window: Audit Reveals How Illegal…
A serious audit report identifies significant weaknesses in the process of granting urban planning permits by exception, warning that this practice risks becoming the rule and functioning as a parallel licensing path outside development plans.
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John Christodoulou has officially declared his intention to run for the Presidency of the Republic, adding a new contender to the political landscape. Meanwhile, Averof Neophytou is reportedly preparing to make announcements.
Philenews:
Tzon officially enters presidential race; Averof prepares announcements
John Christodoulou has officially declared his interest in running for the Presidency of the Republic, confirming previous reports. Meanwhile, Averof Neophytou is reportedly preparing announcements, and the DISY party is seeking a strategy to calm internal tensions.
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Pamporidis has publicly stated that President Nikos Christodoulides must apologize, though the specific context and reasons for this demand are not detailed in the report.
Sigmalive:
Pamporidis: Christodoulides must apologize
Pamporidis stated that Christodoulides must apologize, with the article likely detailing the context and reasons behind this demand.
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Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has stated that Turkey has no objection to the proposed Greece-Cyprus undersea power cable project, but has set a condition: Turkey demands to be included in the project.
Philenews:
Turkey sets condition for Greece-Cyprus undersea cable
Turkish Foreign Minister Fidan stated that Turkey has no objection to the Greece-Cyprus undersea power cable project but has set a condition, demanding to be included in the project.
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Results concerning a Legionella case at a private clinic are anticipated tomorrow, with reports indicating that the condition of the newborn involved remains critical.
Politis:
Tomorrow the Results for Legionella at the Private Clinic - The Newborn's…
Results regarding a Legionella case at a private clinic are expected tomorrow, while the condition of the newborn involved remains critical.
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The average salary in Cyprus has been reported to have reached €2,591, with further details expected on the sectors or regions where the highest earnings are recorded.
Sigmalive:
Average salary in Cyprus: €2,591 - where are the highest earnings?
The average salary in Cyprus has reached €2,591, and the report details the regions or sectors with the highest earnings.
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