Cyprus Times

Fallout from Leaked Video Reaches the Commission: "Serious Concerns About the Exercise of Power at the Top of the State"

Published January 13, 2026, 08:12
Fallout from Leaked Video Reaches the Commission: "Serious Concerns About the Exercise of Power at the Top of the State"

A leaked video in Cyprus has sparked turmoil and questions about potential corruption practices at the highest levels of government. The video allegedly reveals illegal funding of election campaigns, influence peddling by foreign investors, and attempts to influence EU sanctions. The European Democratic Party (EDP), through MEP Sandro Gozzi, has submitted a question to the European Commission, emphasizing that the issue is not merely national but touches upon the integrity of decision-making within the EU, particularly regarding sanctions and strategic investments. Odysseas Michaelides, head of the Alma Movement, warned that these revelations indicate a system of corruption where political access, permits, and "donations" are dangerously intertwined. The EDP and Gozzi insist that Europe must ensure transparency and accountability. The video implicates individuals close to the President, as well as strategic infrastructure projects already under investigation by the European Public Prosecutor's Office. This reinforces the need for a thorough investigation and transparency. This case has raised serious concerns about the rule of law in Cyprus and the potential erosion of democratic institutions. The European Commission is being called upon to examine the matter and take necessary measures to ensure integrity and transparency.