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Concerns Raised Regarding Impartiality in Tychikos' Ecclesiastical Trial

June 10, 2025

The support group for former Paphos Metropolitan Tychikos raises concerns about impartiality in his ecclesiastical trial, arguing that the Archbishop of Cyprus should have recused himself from the proceedings. They accuse the Archbishop of violating the Statute and fair trial principles, stating he did not provide guarantees of impartiality. They point out his repeated public negative comments about Tychikos, undermining the presumption of innocence. They emphasize the need for adherence to international legal standards in this process.