Nicosia, Cyprus. The Arsos – Gerovasa/Trozena community council on Monday denied social media claims that part of the village of Trozena is being turned into an Israeli community. The council said the reports were unfounded and had caused unjustified concern.
Council response to online rumours
The council dismissed claims shared online in recent weeks as not reflecting reality. It said the village remains freely accessible to all visitors and that there are no restrictions on entry.
Church status and access concerns
The council also rejected claims that the Church of Ayios Georgios is under threat, stating it belongs to the Metropolis of Paphos and that there is no intention of demolition. It called on anyone who believes they have been denied access to report the matter to the authorities for investigation.
Speculation about ownership and development
The statement followed online speculation that Trozena, described as an abandoned settlement in the Diarizos Valley, has been bought by an Israeli company and is being turned into a private development. Visible construction works and coordinated restoration of buildings have raised questions about who is behind the project.
Online material linked to the project points to plans involving hospitality and agritourism, including the development of a winery. Social media posts said people had been prevented from going into the village and were told it was private Israeli land.
Company records and project details
Public records show that THV Home Resort (Trozena) Ltd, a Cyprus-registered company, was established in April 2023 and lists Trozena as its registered address. The company is active, though publicly available registry information does not disclose its shareholders.
Separately, the Trozena winery project names Lin Gold as its chief executive, with a background in the regional wine industry.
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