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Two Scenarios for Haralambous' Replacement: The Four Individuals 'Close to the President'

Published January 15, 2026, 18:22

Following the funding scandal, the President of the Republic is tasked with deciding who will replace Charalambos Charalambous as Director of his Office. This position is traditionally filled by individuals considered close collaborators of the President. Two main scenarios are circulating: either the appointment will come from within the Presidential Palace, with Constantine Letymbiotis, Yannis Antoniou, and Viktor Papadopoulos as potential successors, or Panagiotis Palates, the Citizen's Commissioner, will be chosen. Palates is reportedly highly trusted by the President, having worked closely during the election campaign. The decision is expected to be made within a reasonable timeframe to allow the new Director to work without further tension.