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Cyprus 'Videogate' Scandal Escalates with Accusations Between Government and AKEL

Published January 9, 2026, 14:17
Cyprus 'Videogate' Scandal Escalates with Accusations Between Government and AKEL

A video circulating online has sparked a fierce political controversy in Cyprus, with mutual accusations between the government and AKEL. The video concerns the Director of the President's Office, Charalambos Charalambous, and the opposition is demanding his immediate removal. Viktor Papadopoulos, Director of the President's Press Office, responded to the allegations, describing AKEL's request as politically motivated and accusing the party of trying to create a new agenda. Stefanos Stefanou, General Secretary of AKEL, retorted with a biting tone, hinting at Viktor Papadopoulos's past choices and suggesting he serves presidents depending on the reward. The government maintains that the video is a product of editing and that a Russian finger is behind it.