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Embarrassment and Threat Through 'Warning'

Published January 15, 2026, 07:02
Embarrassment and Threat Through 'Warning'

The President of the Republic, Nikos Christodoulides, caused embarrassment and reactions with a public reference to the upcoming parliamentary elections, linking them to the parties' reaction to the video scandal. This move was interpreted as an attempt to intimidate the parties into not criticizing the government. Initially, the President's reaction was spontaneous, but he then tried to silence the parties, which led to even more reactions. Some parties criticized the action, calling it unacceptable. Kyriakos Loizou, in his article, emphasizes that the President's statement revealed his true self and his attempt to control the parties until he formed a strategy to deal with the scandal. He believes that any attempt to justify the government is pathetic. Specific reference is made to ELAM, which found itself in an awkward position and resorted to highlighting Turkish involvement, a common tactic of nationalist and far-right parties. The article concludes with a warning to ELAM that its support for the government may be temporary and terminated when it is no longer needed.