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Revelations Confirm Practices of Collusion at the Presidential Palace

Published January 10, 2026, 07:02
Revelations Confirm Practices of Collusion at the Presidential Palace

AKEL is calling for the immediate assumption of political responsibility by the President of the Republic, Nikos Christodoulides, and his close circle, following the release of a video allegedly implicating the Presidential Palace in corruption cases. The video, which circulated on the "X" platform, raises serious questions about practices of "quid pro quo" with business interests, the existence of a funding mechanism within the Presidential Palace, circumvention of election expenses, and possible involvement in bypassing European sanctions against Russia. AKEL also calls on the Attorney General, the Anti-Corruption Authority, and the Prosecution Authorities to investigate the issues objectively and decisively. Specifically, the immediate dismissal of the President's Office Director, the abolition of the President's wife's Fund with the publication of donors, and a clear position from the ruling parties are requested. AKEL General Secretary Stefanos Stefanou stressed that the evidence in the video confirms the continuation of practices from the previous government. Even if the video is a malicious act, the authenticity of the claims has not been disputed.