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Cyprus Supreme Court Lifts Immunity of MP Nikos Sykas for Full Investigation

Published January 15, 2026, 15:22

The Cyprus Supreme Court unanimously decided to lift the parliamentary immunity of Nikos Sykas, a Member of Parliament for the Democratic Rally, paving the way for a full investigation into allegations of violence against his partner. The decision was made following a request from the Attorney General, which was deemed to be based on “genuine and serious reasons of public interest” and without political motivation. The Court emphasized the seriousness of the offenses under investigation and that the behavior attributed to the MP requires immediate investigation. The decision underscores the principles of equality before the law, stating that everyone is equal regardless of status. The lifting of immunity applies to all stages of the proceedings.