«Alithia», under the title "Absolute Deadlock at Larnaca Port and Marina," writes that while in 2024 the government said it would move faster than Kition, by September 2026 it is still searching for the appropriate legal framework. Elsewhere, it reports that from 2023 to 31 March 2026, General Government debt to the Social Insurance Fund is estimated to have increased by €3.57 billion. "A" also writes that Electricity Market Association president Giorgos Chrysochos described the single-buyer model as an "unnecessary and time-consuming step backwards for Cyprus".
«Politis», under the title "Criminal Probe Opened Over VIP Tax Files Held by Senior Official," writes that the Legal Service recently ordered a criminal investigation against a senior Tax Department official over the alleged theft of tax returns belonging to a former President of the Republic and prominent businesspeople. Elsewhere, it reports that Agriculture Minister Christos Senekis made clear in an interview that there would be no relaxation of environmental protections in Akamas. Politis also writes that the Justice Ministry's decision to change the location of the new prison complex will not affect the project's design or timetable.
«Phileleftheros», under the title "Puzzle without Ankara," writes that efforts to convene a trilateral or broader meeting on the Cyprus issue are taking shape without Ankara, while Tufan Erhürman appears hesitant. Elsewhere, it describes as "concerning" matters raised before the Athens Court of First Instance on Friday regarding the newspaper's revelations about a batch of grenades held in National Guard warehouses. Phileleftheros also reports that 33% of buildings do not have a final approval certificate.
«Haravgi», under the title "Women Trapped in Low Wages," writes that the gender pay gap remains pronounced in the Cypriot labour market, with average earnings of €2,776 for men compared with €2,378 for women. Elsewhere, it reports that a new wave of price increases is putting further pressure on household budgets and businesses. Haravgi also writes that an analysis of 54,248 Cypriot businesses shows the continued dominance of the trade and services sectors.
In the Turkish Cypriot press, tensions between Turkish settlers and Turkish Cypriots following the shipwreck off Kyrenia, pre-election statements by Ünal Üstel and a new controversy over non-functioning road cameras are among the main stories.
«Avrupa» ("Europe"), under the title "If you don't like it, leave the country," writes about an escalating dispute on social media between Turkish settlers in the north and Turkish Cypriots following comments surrounding former "transport minister" Erhan Arıklı and the shipwreck. According to the paper, Turkish settlers have written that "this is Turkish territory and those who don't like it should leave", while Turkish Cypriots have responded that "this is our homeland; if you don't like it, you should leave". Elsewhere, it reports on Halil Satrazam, described as the first Turkish Cypriot "colonel", who is facing three cases before the "court".
«Halkın Sesi» ("Voice of the People"), under the title "Support Secured for Families of Maritime Tragedy," writes that searches for people missing after the shipwreck continue inside the sunken vessel with the assistance of the private vessel Optimus Prime, while the catamaran's black box has yet to be found. It reports that "prime minister" Ünal Üstel announced that legal assistance for the families of victims and missing persons would be provided free of charge, while accommodation for relatives of those missing has been secured until 30 August 2027. Elsewhere, it reports on allegations that a nephew threatened his uncle with a bomb over an inheritance dispute. In another story, it writes that CTP "MP" Doğuş Derya strongly opposed the operation of a new quarry in the Kythrea area.
«Kıbrıs» ("Cyprus"), under the title "We Are Coming with Projects That Make Everyday Life Easier," carries statements by "prime minister" Ünal Üstel, who said that over the next 80 days his administration would announce projects prioritising families. He also claimed that per capita national income had risen to the highest levels in history. Elsewhere, the newspaper carries a statement by the "foreign ministry" responding to recent comments on the Cyprus issue and arguing that the equal status of the "TRNC" must be reaffirmed. In another story, it reports statements by the "agriculture minister" that irrigation water supplied from Turkey has reached 25,000 donums of agricultural land in the north over the past three years.
«Yeni Düzen» ("New Order"), under the title "More Than TL600m in Public Losses," writes that the "court of audit" has sent to the "attorney-general's office" a file concerning a new smart traffic camera system installed under a contract with a private company. According to the newspaper, not a single fine has been issued since the cameras were installed on roads in May 2025. The paper also reports that the previous system, worth €5.7 million, was discarded, while the public loss attributed to the existing non-functioning system has so far reached TL600 million. Yeni Düzen publishes photographs from the launch ceremony for Radaslan, which was attended at the time by Turkish Vice-President Cevdet Yılmaz. No other story appears on the newspaper's front page.
Source: CNA
