Trial of Mayor Phaidonas Phaidonou on Rape Charges Begins Today
May 28, 2026
The mayor of Paphos, Phaidonas Phaidonou, is on trial today for a rape case. The accused will be asked to respond to the charges against him. If he pleads guilty, the court will continue with sentencing. If he does not, a new hearing will be scheduled for the trial to proceed. The process is being handled carefully regarding public access and the publicity of the trial.