Onasagoras
When Nikolas Papadopoulos asked whether the government was “playing hot potato” over the electricity interconnection, the same government in which he happens to be the biggest co-governor, he was told it’s all just “political nonsense.” And who delivered this gem? Not some rival party, but Mr. Orphanides, a fellow MP from the Democratic Party. Yes, you heard that right: the party presided over by our very own national prince. Clearly, we’ve taken political pluralism to a whole new level. Even Annita doesn’t have this much internal opposition. Parallel lives, indeed. And let’s not forget the good old days when we mocked the fox of Argaka for speaking about a “mishmash.”
Meanwhile, the president publicly reprimanded Mousiouttas for his comments against Nikolas, showing he’s willing to sacrifice a few “Iphigenias” to calm the furious prince, who has lately been acting like a bull in a china shop. Oddly enough, the timing of the Democratic Party president’s aggression toward our young retiree raises eyebrows. In the past, he backed him through major blunders, but now, as Christodoulides prepares to enjoy his European presidency glory days, the support has turned to vinegar. Dream on, they say, don’t wake him up, as Hatzigiannis might sing.
Gleeful Popcorn for Police Drama
The methods of the police chief? Absolutely Goebbels-level, according to union firebrand Nikos Loizides.
When I heard the new Justice Minister planned to get officers back on the streets for patrols and a stronger public presence, and that the Police Chief would limit expensive overtime after recent hires, I grabbed popcorn and waited for Loizides to explode. He did not disappoint. Our favorite unionist, the national showman, thundered and flashed accusations of Goebbels-style methods (!!), even revealing the chief’s salary: €130,000 per year. Translation: money exists, so let them eat.
Of course, insiders know the minister’s and chief’s decisions aren’t just wise; they’re overdue. Loizides’ outrage is just his political performance for union members. Think of it as empty dribbling, or, if you like football metaphors, holding onto the ball for no reason. Pure “nonsense with flair,” or as the original author puts it, “kirkillouthkia.”
Cyprus vs. Europe: Brace for Impact
According to Politico, Brussels is sweating over Cyprus’ upcoming EU presidency. European diplomats, usually only stressed when the coffee runs out at Berlaymont, are now worried about how a non-NATO country will handle defense files. Some even fear Cyprus-Turkey relations could make EU-NATO talks as smooth as a meeting between Feidis and Tornaritis, or worse, Odysseas and Hasapopoulos.
Nicosia now has to prove it can steer the wheel steadily, even if the passengers on the European bus are squabbling over who sits up front. When Politico replays a story from two weeks ago on the front page, it’s obvious: someone is sending messages, applying pressure, and telling Cyprus to behave...basically, don’t rock the boat while the grown-ups plan their moves.
It’s as if they want to clip young Nikos’ wings before he starts imagining himself as the deputy head of the world. And let’s recall the last EU presidency: Christofias tried to turn everyone into communists. This time, Cyprus will lead the dance, whether it’s the “tatsia” or the “Zalogo”, and the Europeans will follow. Mark my words: the next six months promise a lot of action.
