Cyprus parliamentary elections set for May 24, 2026

The parliamentary elections in Cyprus are scheduled for May 24, 2026, with a record number of 753 candidates competing for 56 available seats. The candidate pool consists of 529 men (70.3%) and 224 women (29.7%). Political analysts describe the current landscape as highly volatile, noting a decline in the influence of traditional parties such as DISY, AKEL, and DIKO. There is speculation that these parties may lose their collective parliamentary majority for the first time since 1980. The increase in the number of candidates is attributed to a shift in voter sentiment and the emergence of new, non-traditional political entities. Observers highlight a widespread lack of public trust in both the government of the President and established political parties. The current atmosphere is marked by a deep sense of uncertainty exacerbated by the complex international environment.