NICOSIA – The solution of the Cyprus problem must be functional and viable in order to be accepted by the Greek Cypriot side, President of the Republic of Cyprus Demetris Christofias has stressed. Noting that neither today’s status quo on the island, nor Cyprus’ division can be accepted, he expressed his determination to do his utmost to reach a mutually acceptable solution on the island. In his address Sunday at the Maronite Church in Nicosia, where he attended celebrations for Saint Maronas Day, President Christofias said he remains committed to the reunification of Cyprus and pledged to continue his work with consistency on principles, despite all difficulties. He underlined that the Greek Cypriot side is not willing to accept any solution, noting that the solution “must be viable and functional in order to become acceptable”. President Christofias said that the solution must be to the benefit of all Cypriots, Greek Cypriots, Turkish Cypriots, Maronites, Amernians and Latins. “The solution must end the Turkish occupation and Ankara's policy of bringing illegal settlers to the island. The solution must safeguard human rights and fundamental freedoms of our people”, he pointed out. He went on to say that the solution must be a Cypriot one and must give the people of Cyprus the freedom to decide on their future.