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Cyprus Votes in Six-Party Parliament as DISY Wins, ELAM Doubles Its Strength
Cyprus’s latest parliamentary election resulted in a six-party House of Representatives. Key points relevant to your interests in foreign policy, diplomacy, elections, economy, and security: - Domestic politics and leadership: DISY (centre-right) remains the largest party; AKEL second; ELAM doubles its strength and enters a stronger position. DIKO sits in the centrist bloc; new parties ALMA and Direct Democracy enter Parliament for the first time, each with about four seats.
2026-06-25Cyprus election sees parliament fragment as anti-establishment parties gain ground – POLITICO
Cyprus’s parliament is fragmenting after the latest elections, with anti-establishment and far-right forces gaining ground. Key outcomes: - DISY (center-right) leads with ~27.2% and 17 seats. - Communist AKEL (Progressive Party of Working People) remains strong with ~23.9% and 15 seats. - Far-right ELAM jumps to 8 seats (from 3) with ~10.9% support, focusing on migration, Turkey, and Turkish Cypriots. - Newcomers enter parliament: Direct Democracy (5.4%, 4 seats) and Citizens
2026-06-25