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Clash Over Video Alleging Illegal Funding

Published January 9, 2026, 10:42

A fierce dispute has erupted between the government and the opposition over a video posted online alleging illegal funding and corruption at the Presidential Palace. AKEL is demanding the immediate dismissal of the Director of the President's Office, Charalambos Charalambous, who appears in the video. The Director of the President's Press Office, Viktor Papadopoulos, responded that AKEL's request was for electoral purposes and accused the party of being involved in bribery cases in the past. Stefanos Stefanou, General Secretary of AKEL, replied that the party does not need ethical lessons from Mr. Papadopoulos, whom he accused of serving various Presidents depending on the fee he receives. The video shows three individuals talking with alleged investors, raising questions about the funding of the Presidential Palace and potential connections.