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Contradictions from Charalambidou: Sought Fourth Term with AKEL – Now 'Looking' at Another Party

Published February 15, 2026, 12:01
Contradictions from Charalambidou: Sought Fourth Term with AKEL – Now 'Looking' at Another Party

Irene Charalambidou, a spokesperson for AKEL, is facing criticism from the party due to recent statements contradicting her previous expressions regarding AKEL. AKEL spokesperson Giorgos Koukoumas points out that Ms. Charalambidou had previously expressed her desire for a fourth term with the party, while now she is strongly criticizing it. Furthermore, he raises questions about her choice to support Nikos Christodoulides in the previous elections and the simultaneous discussion of a possible candidacy with another party. AKEL's statement highlights Ms. Charalambidou's inconsistency and questions her political stance.