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Political Storm Erupts Over Leaked Video – President Calls for Evidence, Parties Escalate Rhetoric

Published January 10, 2026, 05:04
Political Storm Erupts Over Leaked Video – President Calls for Evidence, Parties Escalate Rhetoric

A video circulating online under the name “EmilyThompson” has triggered a political uproar in Cyprus. The video contains allegations questioning the transparency and legality of procedures related to the President's Office and the Independent Social Support Agency. The President has called on anyone with evidence to submit it to the relevant authorities. The government is attempting to manage the crisis, while opposition parties, particularly AKEL, have escalated their criticism, even demanding the dissolution of the Agency and the resignation of the President's Office Director. The government maintains that the video is edited to create false impressions and is investigating its source, considering it a potential hybrid operation. Simultaneously, questions are being raised about the involvement of the President's Office Director in the events.