Lifting of Nikos Syka's Immunity and Withdrawal of Complaint
January 16, 2026
The lifting of the parliamentary immunity of Nikos Syka paves the way for a criminal investigation. The Supreme Court's decision follows allegations of physical violence and insulting remarks made by the MP towards the complainant. However, the complainant has decided to withdraw her complaint, stating that she does not wish to pursue criminal action against Syka and that the publicity of the case causes her psychological distress. She cites the difficulty of managing the publicity due to Syka's public figure status as a reason for her withdrawal. This situation raises further questions regarding the legal process and the public image of the involved politician.