Konstantinos Letymbiotis emphasizes EOKA struggle values at Paphos conference

Government Spokesperson Konstantinos Letymbiotis addressed a scientific conference at the Polis Chrysochous Cultural Center focused on the historical documentation of the EOKA struggle (1955–1959) in the Paphos district.

Letymbiotis stressed the importance of historical memory and knowledge, noting that while information is abundant today, true understanding of the values that drove EOKA fighters to sacrifice themselves is essential for younger generations. He cited the example of three young fighters in Neo Chorio, Georgios Stylianou, Georgios Anastasi, and Vasos Panagi, who were reportedly killed after returning under fire to rescue a wounded comrade.

The speech highlighted the Paphos region as a foundational site for the national liberation struggle, mentioning specific historical events such as the landing of the first EOKA arms shipment at Chloraka in March 1954 and the secret arrival of the organization's leader at Alykes in November 1954. Letymbiotis noted that the province's villages provided critical hideouts and support networks for the movement.