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Cyprus Broadcasting Corporation (RIK): “It is a violation of the regulations what the media reports” | “It is known to the EBU!”

In a recent segment on RIK1, the Cyprus Broadcasting Corporation (RIK) addressed the allegations raised by the media and clarified its stance on the matter. Andreas Anastasiou, the head of press for the Cypriot delegation, asserted that the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) is now aware of the situation and emphasized that any such claims constitute a violation of the competition’s regulations.

Anastasiou elaborated on the voting process of the jury committee and addressed concerns regarding statements attributed to the President of the Hellenic Broadcasting Corporation (ERT). He stressed that if the reports are accurate, they represent a breach of the rules governing the Eurovision Song Contest.

Highlighting the longstanding relationship between ERT and CyBC, Anastasiou underscored that these allegations may necessitate changes in their dynamic. He reiterated that the EBU has been informed of the situation.

The relations between ERT and CyBC are long-standing and not personalised. If the reports are true, you can understand that some things will change. They are known to the EBU.

Concluding his remarks, Anastasiou extended well wishes to Marina Satti and Greece, making it clear that he was speaking on behalf of CyBC (RIK).

With the matter now brought to the attention of the EBU and considering Anastasiou’s statements, it appears that RIK awaits further developments from the organizing authority. This incident underscores the need for resolution between ERT and RIK, a matter that the EBU will likely need to address once again.

Stay tuned to Eurovisionfun for all the latest updates on this developing situation!

Cyprus: RIK’s special series “United by Music” for Eurovision 2024!

RIK is preparing a special Eurovision show, which will be hosted by Andreas Anastasiou, the head of press for the Cypriot delegation to the competition. The show, named United By Music, will air on Sundays at 23:00 (Cypriot time), with the final episode airing on Tuesday from 21:00 to 22:00, right before the first semi-final, in which Cyprus also competes, begins.

Starting from this Sunday at 23.00 on RIK1, we will have the chance to watch a program devoted to the Eurovision contest and this year’s participation featuring “Liar” and Silia Kapsis.

Along with those who have associated their name with the competition, Andreas Anastasiou will talk about and offer commentary on all things related to Eurovision 2024. Head of Delegation Evi Papamichail, Loukas Hamatsos, who usually serves as Cyprus’ spokesperson, Melina Karageorgiou, who has been a contest commentator for a number of years, Hovig, who represented Cyprus in 2017 but will also be a commentator this year, Evdokia Kadi, who represented Cyprus in 2008, and many other beloved artists and fans of Eurovision will be present at “United by Music”.

This year, Cyprus will be represented by Silia Kapsis and “Liar”. Silia Kapsis will open the first semi-final on May 7.

Stay tuned to EurovisionFun for all the news!