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George Lakkotrypis: Edited Footage Aimed at Damaging Cyprus, President and Myself – Philenews Confirms

Published January 8, 2026, 17:12
George Lakkotrypis: Edited Footage Aimed at Damaging Cyprus, President and Myself – Philenews Confirms

Former Energy Minister George Lakkotrypis confirmed that he reported to the Nicosia TAE the leak of a video showing him discussing campaign funding with individuals presented as investors for the President of the Republic. Mr. Lakkotrypis claims the video has been edited and distorted to damage Cyprus, the President, and himself personally, and originates from a fake profile on social media. He links the leak to the start of the Cypriot Presidency of the Council of the European Union, suggesting a possible attempt at undermining it. The complaint has already been filed with the Nicosia TAE, and Mr. Lakkotrypis has evidence regarding the case. His statement came after a report by Philenews about the incident.