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On the Brink of Hysteria

Published January 19, 2026, 15:20
On the Brink of Hysteria

The article addresses the intense charge of public discourse and the dangerous tendency towards hysteria observed in Cypriot society, sparked by a recent video that caused unrest. The author, Deputy President of DIPA, emphasizes the need for composure, moderation, and responsibility in the way discussion and criticism are conducted. DIPA has called for an immediate and independent investigation into the matter, stressing that no one should be above the law. However, it criticizes the toxicity and man-eating behavior that have entered the public dialogue, urging everyone to lower the tone and allow the investigation to follow its natural course. It points out that democracy cannot function in a climate of constant anger and hysteria.