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“The Minister Never Asked to Break Down Doors,” Says Ministry of Agriculture

Published March 21, 2026, 17:18
“The Minister Never Asked to Break Down Doors,” Says Ministry of Agriculture

The Ministry of Agriculture denies allegations made by a farmer regarding Minister Maria Panagiotou, that she ordered officials to break down doors at a livestock farm during an inspection for foot-and-mouth disease. The Ministry states that the Minister only requests the enforcement of the law, which allows official veterinarians to enter premises where there is suspicion of a violation. The farmer claimed that the Minister ordered the Police to break down the door of his farm, which the Ministry categorically denies. The farmer also accused the Minister of making false statements and waging psychological warfare against his son, who was arrested for obstructing an inspection.