Averof Neofytou responds to critics with cryptic political post on X

On August 19, 2026, former DISY president Averof Neofytou sparked a significant reaction on the social media platform X after publishing a cryptic and pointed political commentary. Referencing Shakespeare's King Lear, he criticized current leadership with the phrase, "It is the plague of the times when madmen lead the blind.

Neofytou further stated that the partition of Cyprus is being "cemented" and claimed that certain individuals are attempting to silence "voices of reason" using "mud" and "medieval methods." While he did not name specific individuals, the post appeared to be a direct response to recent criticism regarding his stance on the Cyprus problem and his interactions with DISY and AKEL. He concluded his message with lyrics from the Greek artist Giannis Aggelakas: "I won't cry, I won't be afraid," signaling his refusal to be intimidated by his opponents.

This incident follows broader political tension regarding the Cyprus issue. The lack of specific names in his post has fueled intense speculation in the media regarding the intended targets of his remarks. As of now, no further clarifications have been issued by Neofytou, leaving the political sphere to interpret the depth of his confrontation with his critics.