A range of domestic and international issues shape today’s press review, with education policy, economic pressures and political developments taking centre stage across the major Cyprus newspapers.
Alithia leads with the headline Teachers Targeted, reporting that educators argue the official narrative suggesting they oppose evaluation is misinformation that has created a toxic climate. In another article, the paper writes that while President Nikos Christodoulides did not attend Davos, he has now been invited to Washington by Donald Trump, questioning what practical reasons the President will cite in response. Elsewhere, the paper claims that Fidias is turning the Republic into a risky experiment and outlines three scenarios ahead of the parliamentary elections.
Politis highlights Schemes Involving Luxury Vehicles, reporting that used luxury SUVs and supercars are shipped from the United Kingdom to Cyprus mainly via Bulgaria and the Netherlands. According to the report, forged invoices are allegedly used so the vehicles are registered as EU goods at much lower declared values, allowing them to enter Cyprus exempt from customs duties and taxes. The paper also reports on narcotic substances found in vaping liquids and describes a growing sense of desperation, noting that water shortages are forcing farmers out of production.
Phileleftheros runs with Positive Response to the Invitation, stating that Donald Trump has again invited President Christodoulides, as well as the Greek Prime Minister, to participate in a “Peace Council”, this time in Washington. In separate coverage, the paper reports on warnings over earthquake and tsunami risks affecting the Electricity Authority of Cyprus installations in Dhekelia, citing findings from the Geological Survey Department. It also notes that 107 home foreclosures were cancelled during 2025.
Haravgi headlines A Society Without Protection, Banks Without Limits, writing that AKEL is intensifying pressure for stronger protection of borrowers against what it describes as unchecked practices by banks and credit management companies, amid heightened risks of mass foreclosures. Elsewhere, the paper reports that Nicosia and Tufan Erhürman are preparing to present their positions ahead of a meeting with António Guterres. It also highlights concerns that a single fire station is responsible for covering forest fire needs from Dhekelia to Cape Greco.
The report in a British newspaper regarding an imminent United States attack against Iran and its military bases in neighbouring countries, today’s doctors’ strike following the decision of the “ministry of health” to change working hours, five new road traffic accidents in which four drivers were under the influence of alcohol, and statements by the “president” of the DAÜ-SEN trade union on the importance of proper “administration” at the illegal Near East University are among the issues highlighted on the front pages of the Turkish Cypriot newspapers today. Reference is also made to the meeting of Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhürman on Wednesday in New York with the Secretary-General of the United Nations.
The newspaper Avrupa (Europe), under the headline “F35 against the bases”, features a report by The Times according to which the United States is ready to attack Iran and has threatened to also strike Iranian bases located in other countries in the region. Reference is also made to the meeting of Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhürman with the United Nations Secretary-General in New York later this week, while he will be deputised by the “speaker” of the “parliament”, Ziya Öztürkler. It also writes that members of the doctors’ “trade union” will strike today in protest over announcements by the “ministry” regarding changes to working hours.
The newspaper Halkın Sesi (Voice of the People), under the headline “Dispute over full working hours in health”, writes that the decision of the “ministry” to change doctors’ working hours has caused disruption in the health sector, while today the “trade union” of “government” doctors will go on strike as a sign of protest, with the “president” of TIP-IS stating that the change in working hours could be implemented under certain conditions. Elsewhere, it writes that Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhürman will meet the United Nations Secretary-General on Wednesday in New York. Reference is also made to the arrest of a man after threatening his partner that he would kill her if she reported him.
The newspaper Kıbrıs (Cyprus), under the headline “We do not learn”, writes that despite campaigns by the “police” and high fines for speeding, five road traffic accidents were recorded in the occupied areas yesterday, resulting in three deaths, while four of the drivers were under the influence of alcohol. It also reports that Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhürman will have a “critical meeting” in New York with the United Nations Secretary-General. Elsewhere, the newspaper writes that the Republic of Cyprus continues to strengthen its military capabilities, as it will purchase military helicopters and tanks.
The newspaper Yeni Düzen (New Order), under the headline “What matters is how they will govern, not who will be appointed”, features an interview with the “president” of the DAÜ-SEN trade union (trade union of employees at the illegal Near East University), Ercan Hoşkara, regarding the situation at the “university”. Among other things, he said that it does not matter who will be appointed to the leadership of the “university”, but how they will govern in order to succeed. It also writes that doctors of “public hospitals” in the occupied areas are going on strike today following the decision of the “ministry of health” to change working hours. Reference is also made to the meeting of the Turkish Cypriot leader with the United Nations Secretary-General on Wednesday in New York.