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Changes in the Political Landscape of Cyprus and the Influence of Algorithms

May 22, 2026

The political landscape in Cyprus is changing significantly, with new parties challenging the traditional political order. Academic Giorgos Charalambous analyzes the new ideological lines taking shape, with social media playing a more significant role in politics. The classic left-right dichotomy has become blurred, as new social and political contrasts emerge. The positions of the parties are more diverse and don't always align with older ideologies. All of this is accompanied by a greater influence of algorithms on political legitimacy.