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Political Earthquake in Cyprus Over Controversial Video

Published January 8, 2026, 17:15
Political Earthquake in Cyprus Over Controversial Video

A video circulating on the 'X' platform is causing a political earthquake in Cyprus, as it raises suspicions of opaque funding practices during the 2023 election campaign and 'open doors' to investors at the Presidential Palace. The video has sparked strong reactions from the opposition, which is demanding explanations from the government. Opposition figures, such as Annita Dimitriou (DISY), Stefanos Stefanou (AKEL), Nikolaos Papadopoulos (DIKO), Irene Charalambidou, and Christos Christofides, have publicly expressed their concerns and called for an immediate investigation of the allegations. The reactions focus on the need for transparency and accountability. The opposition accuses the government of corruption and opaque dealings, while urging the President of the Republic to provide detailed explanations regarding the content of the video. Some MPs describe the video as 'shocking' and warn of potential criminal prosecutions. So far, the Presidential Palace has not issued an official statement, however, pressure from the opposition is expected to lead to a government response in the near future.