Fidias Panayiotou casts vote in Cyprus election

Fidias Panayiotou, leader of the Direct Democracy of Cyprus party, cast his vote at 13:30 at the Meniko Primary School, polling center B, ballot box 401. He was accompanied by his wife, Styliana Averkiou, and his parents while utilizing his digital ID for the identification process. Following his vote, Panayiotou expressed gratitude toward polling station staff, the media, and citizens participating in the election. He urged voters, particularly the youth, to go to the polls before the voting centers closed at 18:00. Panayiotou described the day as a potential turning point for democracy in Cyprus, suggesting the current electoral process continues a shift in public engagement that began with the European elections. He also extended his best wishes to all competing parties and candidates. His remarks focused on the importance of electoral participation and optimism regarding the democratic process.