Disy and Akel lead new Cyprus poll as Alma party accuses Rik of exclusion

A recent poll by public broadcaster Rik shows Disy and Akel leading ahead of the May 2026 parliamentary elections with 17% and 16% respectively. Elam ranks third with 11%, while the Alma party follows with 9% but has accused the broadcaster of repeatedly excluding its representatives from panels. The survey also indicates a shift in public sentiment regarding defense, with support for relying on Israel rising significantly to 41%. Public opinion remains divided on the viability of the Great Sea Interconnector electricity project between Greece and Cyprus. Most respondents expressed negative feelings about the current state of affairs in the country, citing disappointment and shame. Approximately 6.5% of those surveyed supported the newly renamed Direct Democracy of Cyprus party led by Fidias Panayiotou.