Impacts of Faidias Panagiotou's remarks on people with disabilities
January 27, 2026
Member of the European Parliament, Faidias Panagiotou, caused a storm of reactions after referring to people with intellectual disabilities as 'fools'. The outcry even led to a complaint from the Cyprus Paralympic Committee. His attitude has raised concerns about his influence on society, especially on the youth. Despite his previous controversial statements, he has not apologized for his remark this time. His behavior highlights ongoing issues in society regarding the acceptance of people with disabilities.