Yiannis Karousos, deputy leader of the Democratic Rally (DISY), recently declared his firm opposition to any potential shift of the party toward the left. This statement has sparked public criticism regarding the party's internal integrity and past electoral strategies.

Critics, including reports from Philenews, have challenged Karousos to investigate allegations of internal betrayal during previous elections. Specifically, questions have been raised regarding who allegedly leaked the party’s membership databases to the campaign staff of Andreas Mavroyiannis. Furthermore, concerns were cited regarding unauthorized communication between certain party members and the Mavroyiannis camp during the interval between the first and second rounds of the last presidential election.

The situation highlights ongoing tensions within DISY as the party prepares for future electoral cycles. Political analysts suggest that Karousos's emphasis on the party's right-wing identity may be a tactical move to define his stance against President Christodoulides, should a future presidential run result in a second-round contest between the two.