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The Trap of Legal Measures

Published January 16, 2026, 09:23
The Trap of Legal Measures

Philippa Karsera, wife of the President of Cyprus, has chosen to take legal action against Nicoletta Tsikkini for social media posts she deems defamatory. However, this move is considered potentially counterproductive, as public opinion tends to side with the citizen facing legal action from a powerful figure. The legal action transforms Ms. Tsikkini from a simple critic into a victim of censorship, giving greater publicity to her posts. The question arises as to whether Ms. Karsera needs a courtroom to prove her worth, or whether it would be wiser to show magnanimity towards criticism, even if she considers it unfair. This move raises questions about how public figures deal with criticism and the potential consequences of legal action.