Cyprus parliamentary elections result in a six-party legislature

The Cypriot parliamentary elections held on May 24, 2026, resulted in a six-party parliament, strengthening the two traditional major parties, DISY and AKEL. DISY secured 27.1% to 27.2% of the vote, maintaining its position as the largest party, while AKEL followed with 23.9%. DIKO retained 10% of the vote, remaining a participant in power structures despite limited regulatory influence. The election results led to the exclusion of several smaller parties, including EDEK, DIPA, the Greens, and Volt, from the legislature. These results are seen as a setback for President Nikos Christodoulides, who may now face challenges in his governance and upcoming political maneuvers. The outcome has redirected the political focus toward the 2028 presidential elections, with DISY and AKEL positioning themselves to lead the candidate selection process. Internal party activities, such as the upcoming election for the President of the House on June 4, are already underway. Furthermore, the political climate remains linked to ongoing developments in the Cyprus problem, with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres seeking reunification prospects before his term ends in December.