Reactions to Statements Regarding Grigoris Afxentiou
August 23, 2025
The debate surrounding the sacrifice of Grigoris Afxentiou has sparked reactions from political parties. MEP Fideas Panayiotou and journalist Michalis Michail provoked controversy with their statements about the EOKA hero, claiming he committed suicide or was executed. DISY and ELAM countered that these claims are offensive and attempt to distort history. AKEL defended Afxentiou's legacy, emphasizing the importance of his sacrifice in the anti-colonial struggle. These disagreements highlight the ongoing political tension surrounding Cyprus's history.