Stagnation in the Cyprus issue, the Auditor General’s refusal to provide data on the Organisation, the collapse of the Larnaca port and marina development, and revelations about “forgotten bodies” at Larnaca General Hospital dominate today’s front pages of the Cypriot press.
Alithia, under the headline “Open institutional clash over the Organisation”, reports in its main story that a crisis has erupted following the Auditor General’s refusal to submit data on the Organisation. Elsewhere, it reports that Pakistan broke the silence procedure with comments unfavourable to Cyprus regarding the renewal of UNFICYP’s mandate by the UN Security Council. In another story, it refers to a confrontation between a priest and supporters of Tychikos.
Politis, under the headline “Concern over stagnation”, writes in its main story that endless discussions between the two leaders have trapped and weakened the process for restarting talks on the Cyprus issue. In another article, it reports that Eirini Charalambidou is “one foot” away from joining Odysseas Michaelides’ party, Alma. Elsewhere, it warns that patients’ personal data may be at risk through the GESY software system.
Fileleftheros, in its lead story titled “Larnaca turns into a volcano over major projects”, reports renewed unrest in Larnaca following the collapse of the €1.2 billion port and marina development. Elsewhere, it writes that the Interior Minister is examining the possibility of placing Paphos Mayor Phaedonas Phaedonos on suspension following a police investigation into allegations of abuse involving his wife. In another story, it reports that Kurds and Cypriots protested in Nicosia against war crimes committed by the Syrian regime.
Haravgi, under the headline “Forgotten bodies in the morgue”, reports in its main story that the bodies of foreign nationals are being stored at Larnaca General Hospital for up to five years, potentially posing health risks to staff. Elsewhere, it reports on a multi-million-euro scandal at the Housing Finance Organisation linked to a new banking information system. In another article, it publishes a photo from yesterday’s gathering of Kurds and Cypriots in Nicosia, conveying a message of solidarity with Rojava.
The English-language newspaper Cyprus Mail, under the headline “Former minister’s private consultancies under scrutiny”, reports that MPs are seeking answers regarding the role of Giorgos Lakkotrypis’ advisory services. Elsewhere, it reports on a one-day postponement of the vote on the renewal of UNFICYP’s mandate by the UN Security Council. In another article, it reports assurances by the President of the Republic that the Polis Chrysochous New Hospital will be completed in 2028.
The weekly newspaper I Gnomi, in its lead story titled “The aim is the erosion of consciences to maintain dominance”, writes that the policies of right-wing and far-right parties are plunging the country deeper into decay and corruption. Elsewhere, it claims that the underworld governs from within prisons, and in another article refers to the “laundering” of Fidias through what it describes as absurd arguments.
The weekly To Pontiki headlines its main story “Cyprus issue – proposal for a ‘convergences document’ is a mistake”, arguing that the President’s proposal for such a document is flawed unless its compatibility with the EU acquis is examined first. Elsewhere, it refers to a poll in Greece giving New Democracy a lead, and in another article discusses the blue moon and when the next one will appear.
Cases against the newspaper Afrika and its columnists over publications allegedly insulting the Turkish president, the rise in illegal online gambling, statements by “finance minister” Ozdemir Berova regarding the economy of the breakaway entity and assurances that 2026 will be a year of recovery, as well as the use of a black flag as a protest symbol by members of the “medical association” with the backing of parties and organisations, are among the issues featured on the front pages of Turkish Cypriot newspapers.
Avrupa (Europe), under the headline “This article brought a case in Ankara”, revisits the court case in Turkey against the newspaper Afrika (its former name) and its columnists over a front-page story accused of disrespecting the Turkish president, following attacks on the newspaper’s offices in 2020. Elsewhere, it refers to developments in the fake diplomas case, reporting that one of the accused, Fatma Unal, claimed in her testimony that she was “set up,” while the “police investigator” said evidence shows she was aware of the process used to obtain a fake diploma. No other story appears on today’s front page.
Halkin Sesi (Voice of the People), under the headline “Stop the illegal activities”, reports that despite warnings from the “casino operators’ association” about a surge in illegal online gambling, the “police” have failed to take the necessary action. It also reports that a delegation from the RTK party, led by party president Sila Usar Incirli, visited the newspaper’s offices, where she spoke about the need to support society and the importance of transparency and justice. It also refers to the reaction of a mother of a road accident victim following the imposition of a two-and-a-half-year sentence on the driver who killed her son.
Kibris (Cyprus), under the headline “There is no negative picture”, highlights statements by “finance minister” Ozdemir Berova on Kibris TV, where he said that 2026 will be a year of economic recovery for the breakaway entity, noting that the 2026 budget is expected to reach 120 billion Turkish lira. It also reports on increases in water bills imposed by “municipalities,” noting that prices have risen by up to 133% within a year. The newspaper also reports that student progress reports will be issued today, with both students and teachers going on holiday from Monday, and an increase in hotel bookings and overseas travel is expected.
Yeni Duzen (New Order), under the headline “Together we will lift the darkness”, reports that the use of the black flag by members of the “medical association” during their protest outside the “health ministry” was met with a positive response from parties and organisations, and that the flag was later hung on the ministry’s railings. The newspaper features statements expressing disappointment and dissatisfaction with the “government’s” apathy and inaction, and support for the black flag as a symbol of protest. No other story appears on today’s front page.