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Videogate: The Paranoia of the Presidential Palace and its Inner Circle

Published January 13, 2026, 05:13
Videogate: The Paranoia of the Presidential Palace and its Inner Circle

Following the release of the video, the Presidential Palace attempted to portray it as a hybrid attack against Cyprus, implying Russian involvement due to the presence of the President of Ukraine at the recent EU presidency inauguration ceremony. However, there is no conclusive evidence to support this scenario, which many believe is an attempt at deflection. The criticism focuses on the Presidential Palace's effort to invoke patriotism and create an atmosphere of paranoia, in order to prevent focus on discussions about the video's content. This line of reasoning is compared to dictatorial regimes that fabricate enemies to justify their actions. The video allegedly reveals discussions about practices followed in Cyprus regarding election campaigns and foreign investment. If these practices are illegal, an investigation and assumption of political responsibility are required, something that does not happen in political systems that resort to propaganda and defenses. The author emphasizes that the attempt to present Cyprus as a victim of hybrid warfare is an effort to avoid criticism and accountability for potential irregularities.