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Anti-Corruption Authority report on Mafia State sparks protests and calls for resignations

The Independent Anti-Corruption Authority has completed a two-and-a-half-year investigation into the so-called 'Mafia State' based on the book by Makarios Drousiotis. The report identifies potential criminal responsibility for 15 individuals and entities, including former President Nicos Anastasiades, regarding allegations of influence peddling, abuse of power, and money laundering. In response, AKEL and Volt have organized a protest scheduled for Monday, June 22, at 18:30 outside the Legal Service in Nicosia. Protestors are demanding the resignation of Attorney General Giorgos Savvides and Deputy Attorney General Savvas Angelides, citing a lack of confidence in their ability to oversee the investigation impartially. Former MOKAS head Eva Rossidou Papakyriakou and Nicos Anastasiades have both rejected the findings against them, with the former president set to hold a press conference on Tuesday to address the allegations. Meanwhile, the current government, through Deputy Government Spokesman Giannis Antoniou, stated its intention to appoint an independent criminal investigator once the report is officially delivered. The findings are based on a 'balance of probabilities' and require further formal evidentiary procedures to meet strict criminal standards.

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Anastasiades to address Mafia State findings
Cyprus Mail · 18 June 2026, 18:32
Mafia State findings to be announced on Tuesday
Cyprus Mail · 15 June 2026, 18:08