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Government Refrains from Commenting on Faidonas' Allegations

Published February 16, 2026, 14:23

The government has decided not to comment on the statements made by the suspended Mayor of Paphos, Faidonas Faidonos, regarding investigations against him for allegedly assaulting his wife and raping a woman. In his written statement, Faidonos claims that these investigations are deliberate and linked to matters concerning the President of the Republic. Deputy Government Spokesman Yannis Antoniou stated that the government respects the judicial process and will not comment on Faidonos' allegations. He emphasized that everyone will be judged by the public and that the prosecution authorities are the only ones competent to determine guilt or innocence. Mr. Antoniou reiterated that the government respects the independence of the judiciary and that everyone should be accountable to the authorities. This statement comes at a time of intense debate regarding the charges facing Faidonos and the potential political implications.