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ESK: Accuses Cypriot EU Presidency of Scandalous Downgrading of its Identity

Published February 17, 2026, 17:14
ESK: Accuses Cypriot EU Presidency of Scandalous Downgrading of its Identity

The Union of Cyprus Journalists (ESK) denounces a scandalous downgrading of its identity by the Cypriot EU Presidency, as its press card is not recognized as a valid credential for covering the Presidency's activities. The ESK accuses the Presidency of evasion, as it responded by referring the matter to the Ministry of Interior. It points out that the ESK card is recognized internationally and questions why it should not be recognized in Cyprus as well. It has informed the European Federation of Journalists, which has also protested to the Cypriot authorities, but has not received a response.