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Phaidon's Response to Smear Campaign Allegations

Published February 17, 2026, 12:09
Phaidon's Response to Smear Campaign Allegations

Phaidon Phaedonos, the suspended Mayor of Paphos, responded to allegations regarding the financial statements of the Municipality of Paphos, characterizing the smear attempts as organized and assuring that they will not go unanswered. He claims that the Municipality of Paphos is the only one in Cyprus with audited financial statements up to 2024, while most other municipalities have outstanding issues dating back to 2016. He emphasizes that good governance and transparency are fundamental principles of his administration, as demonstrated by the financial results and the European recognition the Municipality has received. Mr. Phaedonos stresses that the defamation attempt will not be allowed to pass, both at the institutional and political levels. He reiterates that the data presented against him is inaccurate and attempts to refute it.