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President of Cyprus Addresses Controversial Video: 'I Will Not Allow Corruption Accusations'

Published January 9, 2026, 15:08
President of Cyprus Addresses Controversial Video: 'I Will Not Allow Corruption Accusations'

The President of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, responded to allegations related to a controversial video, stating that he will not allow anyone to accuse him of corruption. He called on anyone with evidence of funding during the election campaign or his presidency to submit it to the competent authorities. This statement came after the release of a video allegedly recording conversations between former Energy Minister Giorgos Lakkotrypis, the President's Office Director Charalambos Charalambou, and Cyfield Director Giorgos Chrysos, with a Dutch investor. The video contains references to funding of one million euros for election purposes and contributions to the First Lady's Fund. The Cyprus Police is investigating the video, but according to Spokesman Viron Vironos, the exact subject of the investigation has not yet been determined. At the same time, political reactions to the video's content are increasing. Fact Check Cyprus is investigating the possibility of using Artificial Intelligence in the recording. Letympiotis stated that there were investors, but their details are not available, while CYP has launched an investigation into the video. The Government emphasizes that attracting investment is beneficial for the country and that investors are called upon to offer social responsibility in areas such as health, welfare and defense. Overall, the case has caused political uproar and led to investigations by the Police and CYP, while the Government insists on attracting investment and adhering to transparency rules.