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Video Casts Shadows on Presidential Office over Corruption Allegations

Published January 9, 2026, 05:20
Video Casts Shadows on Presidential Office over Corruption Allegations

A recently released video is causing controversy in Cyprus, as it contains alleged conversations between associates of President Christodoulides and foreign investors. According to the video's creators, these conversations, secretly recorded, concern financial offers for the President's election campaign, as well as attempts to influence government decisions, such as granting licenses and removing names from sanctions lists. Former Energy Minister George Lakkotrypis and Cyfield CEO George Chrysoshoos confirmed they met with individuals presenting themselves as Dutch investors in November, but deny discussing influence or funding. They claim the video is a product of editing and manipulation, with fragmented conversations presented out of context. Mr. Lakkotrypis has already filed a complaint with the police. The Director of the President's Office, Charalambos Charalambous, has not commented on the allegations. Government sources claim the video has a Russian background and is an attempt to destabilize the situation. The owner of the account that published the video, Emily Thompson, identifies herself as an analyst and claims the video reveals a "shadowy mechanism for raising cash" for the President. The video raises serious questions about transparency and conflicts of interest in the relationship between political figures and business interests in Cyprus. The case is under investigation and is expected to have political and legal consequences.