The filing of a court case against former Cyprus Football Association (CFA) president Giorgos Koumas, the rejection of former judge Doria Varossiou’s objection to her dismissal, DISY’s bill proposal on the disengagement of guarantors, and complaints over the failure to safeguard Cypriot agricultural products in Europe are the main issues featured on the front pages of the Cypriot press on Saturday.
Alithia, in its lead story titled “Disengagement of guarantors”, refers to a bill proposal submitted by DISY addressing a problem affecting a large number of people. Elsewhere, it reports that the US State Department is urging American citizens to leave Iran immediately or seek safe shelter. In another article titled “A meeting with two different agendas”, the newspaper refers to the upcoming meeting between Mitsotakis and Erdogan.
Politis, in its lead story titled “Former ‘tsar’ of the CFA in court”, writes that, following instructions from the Attorney General, a case has been filed against Giorgos Koumas. In another article, the newspaper refers to a lecture by Nobel laureate Christoforos Pissarides on how artificial intelligence is changing work. Elsewhere, it reports that Doria Varossiou lost her case but is preparing to appeal to the European Court of Human Rights.
Phileleftheros, in its lead story titled “Koumas prosecuted, others to follow”, refers to the charges against the former CFA president over television broadcasting rights. In another article, it highlights the compelling story of swimmer with autism Marios Philippou, which came to the fore following a gaffe by Fidias. Elsewhere, it reports signs of a pre-election “civil war”, with DIKO adopting two different lines as part of the government and as part of the opposition.
Haravgi, in its lead story titled “Difficult days ahead for farmers”, writes that MEP Giorgos Georgiou said at a press conference that other countries had protected their products, while Cyprus failed to safeguard even halloumi. In another article, it reports that the criminal case against Giorgos Koumas was filed with considerable delay. Elsewhere, it writes that labour issues have fallen outside the president’s priorities, pointing to silence on wages and collective agreements.
Cyprus Mail, in its lead story titled “Varossiou’s objection rejected”, writes that her ruling in the Thanasis Nicolaou case sparked reactions. In another article, it reports that Cypriot farmers are planning protests over the EU–Mercosur agreement. Elsewhere, it reports that the European Confederation of Police (EuroCOP) stated in a letter that the collapse of social dialogue within the Cyprus police is undermining Cyprus’ EU Council Presidency.