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Cabinet to discuss appointment of independent investigators into Mafia State report

On June 24, 2026, the Cypriot Cabinet is set to discuss the appointment of independent criminal investigators following an Anti-Corruption Authority report detailing allegations of a 'Mafia State'. The report was forwarded by the Attorney General’s office to both the Cabinet and the police for investigation, leading the Attorney General and his deputy to recuse themselves. Former President Nicos Anastasiades publicly rejected the findings, labeling them as defamatory and based on populist claims without sufficient proof. Disy, his former party, has officially called for a full, rapid investigation into the matter to preserve the rule of law. Conversely, the opposition party Akel has accused the political elite of institutional corruption and criticized the current leadership of Disy for defending Anastasiades. During his defense, the former President specifically addressed allegations regarding private flights with Russian oligarchs, claiming the trips were justified and cost-effective for the state. The investigation seeks to determine if there were criminal acts involving high-ranking officials and their associates.

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Ο Νίκαρος και η διάσκεψη
Πολίτης · 23 June 2026, 06:27
Κράτος Μαφία
Πολίτης · 22 June 2026, 06:25
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