The Church of Cyprus has elected Gregorios as the new Metropolitan of Paphos, closing a long-standing vacancy. Despite the official decision by the Holy Synod, a small group continues to express opposition, creating divisions that echo far beyond ecclesiastical matters.

Criticism has been raised against those turning the election into a fan-like dispute, with accusations that they exaggerate Paphos's significance to the point of religious factionalism. The controversy distracts from pressing national issues such as occupation, economic challenges, and public services.

Observers emphasize the need for calm, humility, and respect for institutional decisions to preserve the Church's role in society. The ongoing unrest, they warn, risks reducing faith to a platform for personal grievances rather than spiritual unity.