«Alithia», under the title "Holguín Left Us Exposed," writes that the United Nations "contradicts the claim that a trilateral meeting was proposed and rejected by Erhürman". Elsewhere, it reports on the widespread reaction and debate prompted by former DISY president Averof Neofytou's decision to announce his candidacy for the 2028 presidential election. Alithia also writes that Cyprus is obliged to comply with an EU directive requiring revenue from emissions to be channelled into energy.
«Politis», under the title "Averof Versus Averof as 2028 Presidential Bid Puts Him at Odds With DISY," writes that Averof Neofytou's announcement of his candidacy for the 2028 presidential election opens a lengthy pre-election period. Elsewhere, it reports on the reform of Cyprus' Civil Protection mechanism, noting that Parliament is set to become the battleground over the division of responsibilities. Politis also carries an on-the-ground report from Agios Sozomenos, the area selected for the construction of Cyprus' new prison complex.
«Phileleftheros», under the title "Averof Lights the Fuse," writes that Averof Neofytou has set off a political "bomb" by announcing his presidential candidacy. Elsewhere, it describes Monday's meeting between hourly-paid government employees and President Nikos Christodoulides as crucial. The newspaper also reports on an investigation into boxing, referring to its findings as a damning report for the sporting sector.
«Haravgi», under the title "Everyone Outside the Finance Ministry Today," writes that the Left is taking to the streets to demand emergency measures against the rising cost of living. Elsewhere, it reports on Averof Neofytou's presidential announcement, describing the situation within DISY ahead of the election as one of serious internal turmoil. Haravgi also writes that AKEL is calling for emergency measures to support households.
In the Turkish Cypriot press, the aftermath of the Cyprus contacts in New York, proposals for confidence-building measures, anti-corruption policies and youth housing are among the main stories.
«Avrupa» ("Europe"), under the title "63% Effort. This Notebook Is Closed," argues that Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhürman has pushed the Cyprus issue deeper into the freezer and returned from New York having closed what it calls the "notebook of a solution". According to the newspaper, Erhürman rejected President Christodoulides' proposal for a trilateral meeting so as not to undermine Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan's reference at the UN General Assembly to a two-state solution and his call for recognition of the breakaway administration in the north. Elsewhere, Avrupa reports that Filo Jet's second vessel, "Champion Angels," has resumed routes from Turkey to Famagusta port until 12 December with what it describes as a reliable certificate. In another story, it reports that the Greek Cypriot Sunday press portrayed Christodoulides as having returned from New York empty-handed.
«Halkın Sesi» ("Voice of the People"), under the title "Implement Confidence-Building Measures," highlights the written statement by UN Secretary-General's Personal Envoy María Ángela Holguín. According to the paper, Holguín stressed that the two sides should move forward with confidence-building measures to demonstrate their ability to cooperate. It also writes that a trilateral meeting had not been scheduled, but was proposed by Christodoulides and not approved by Erhürman. Elsewhere, the newspaper reports on the first Trikomo marathon, held under the title "One Step for Every Future," and statements by "mayor" Sadıkoğlu. Halkın Sesi also writes that "prime minister" Ünal Üstel announced a youth housing programme providing for 5,000 homes, with details expected in the coming days.
«Kıbrıs» ("Cyprus"), under the title "Our Most Dynamic Projects Are for Young People," writes that Ünal Üstel met young people over breakfast and announced special terms for the purchase of 5,000 homes for young people. It reports that Üstel will present what he called a "new vision for the TRNC" on 12 October. Elsewhere, the newspaper reports on a speech by "foreign minister" Tahsin Ertuğruloğlu at an informal meeting of foreign ministers of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation, where he referred to "one island, two states". It also covers Holguín's written statement under a headline saying that the UN Secretary-General wants to establish the willingness of the two leaders.
«Yeni Düzen» ("New Order"), under the title "We Promise: No One Involved in Corruption Will Go Unpunished," reports on the three-pillar anti-corruption strategy announced by the Republican Turkish Party (CTP). Elsewhere, it outlines a roadmap from the New York contacts through to December. According to the newspaper, the agreed confidence-building measures are expected to be gradually implemented by then, while the two sides will submit their respective positions on the methodology of the negotiating process. Holguín is expected to visit the island in October to assess the climate and, if a favourable environment is established, give the green light for the process. Yeni Düzen also reports statements by Umut Öksüz, president of the Turkish Cypriot pharmacists' association, on medicine shortages. Öksüz said the problem would not be resolved unless pharmaceutical production increases.
Source: CNA
