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President Christodoulides' Popularity Plummets - What the Alpha Poll Reveals After 'Videogate' and Political Fallout

Published January 19, 2026, 06:32
President Christodoulides' Popularity Plummets - What the Alpha Poll Reveals After 'Videogate' and Political Fallout

President Christodoulides' popularity has plummeted following the leak of a video featuring his former Chief of Staff and two others discussing matters with alleged investors. According to a RAI Consultant poll, 58% of respondents believe the President's image has been very negatively affected, while 19% believe it has been slightly negatively affected. A majority (71%) have seen the video, with strongly negative reactions. The poll shows that the negative impact on the President's image is uniform across all demographic groups, but more pronounced among voters of AKEL, the ALMA Movement, and Direct Democracy. Respondents primarily expressed feelings of disappointment, shame, anger, and a loss of trust in the political system. The Presidential narrative of a 'foreign finger' and conspiracy has not convinced the majority. Only 13% question the authenticity of the video, 4% believe it is a conspiracy, and 2% defend the President. The poll suggests that the video leak has damaged the President's credibility and created a negative climate around his government. The article states that this case highlights the need for transparency and accountability in the political life of Cyprus. Restoring public trust requires a full investigation of the facts and the administration of justice.