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Cyprus President Accused of Campaign Finance Violations in Leaked Video

Published January 8, 2026, 20:09
Cyprus President Accused of Campaign Finance Violations in Leaked Video

A video circulating on social media has sparked political controversy in Cyprus, allegedly containing secretly recorded conversations regarding funding for President Nikos Christodoulides' election campaign. The video suggests that the campaign finance limit was exceeded, as well as offers made to businessmen for government favors in exchange for contributions. AKEL General Secretary Stefanos Stefanou accuses the government of a delayed response, which he believes does not dispute the video's authenticity. The government has dismissed the video as “malicious” and a product of editing, while an investigation into hybrid activity is underway. Authorities have been informed, and the matter is under investigation.