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Financial Times: Cypriot Government "Sinking Over Corruption Scandal"

Published January 13, 2026, 10:29
Financial Times: Cypriot Government "Sinking Over Corruption Scandal"

The Financial Times has published an article titled "Cypriot Government Sinking Over Corruption Scandal," referring to the resignation of the Director of the President's Office, Charalambos Charalambou. The scandal concerns the release of a video showing Mr. Charalambou allegedly discussing the acceptance of donations in exchange for access to the Presidency. Mr. Charalambou claims the video has been edited and presents selected excerpts. The government has dismissed the allegations, characterizing the video as a product of malicious manipulation and speaking of a "hybrid activity" against the Republic of Cyprus. The article emphasizes that the scandal is damaging to President Christodoulides, who had made the fight against corruption a priority. Additionally, it states that the case has exacerbated the political climate ahead of parliamentary elections and led to the First Lady's withdrawal from the administration of a charitable foundation. The Cypriot Government is under pressure as it holds the rotating presidency of the Council of the European Union. President Christodoulides has called on anyone with evidence of illegal acts to submit it to the authorities.