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Police Investigation Launched Over Video Involving Former Minister and 'Investors'

Published January 9, 2026, 11:15
Police Investigation Launched Over Video Involving Former Minister and 'Investors'

The Cyprus Police have launched an investigation into a video that has surfaced, depicting conversations between former Energy Minister Giorgos Lakkotrypis, the Director of the President's Office Charalambos Charalambous, and Cyfield Director Giorgos Chrysos, with individuals claiming to be Dutch investors. The video contains references to funding for electoral purposes and contributions to the First Lady's Fund. The investigation is in its initial stages, and the exact subject matter or potential offenses have not yet been determined. Police are awaiting Mr. Lakkotrypis to gather evidence for an official testimony. The government has characterized the video as an attempt at manipulation and a hybrid threat, claiming it is a montage. The case has sparked a political uproar in Cyprus, with questions raised about the origin of the funding and the potential implications for transparency and legality. Police are collaborating with other departments, such as the Cybercrime Unit, to analyze the video and verify its authenticity. The investigation will examine whether the conversations involve illegal activities or violations of the law, as well as whether the video has been edited or altered. Police have neither confirmed nor denied the authenticity of the video, but are conducting an investigation to ascertain the truth.