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Anti-corruption authority report on Makarios Drousiotis book

The Independent Authority Against Corruption has completed a 3,000-page report regarding allegations made in Makarios Drousiotis's book, 'State Mafia'. The findings identify 13 individuals and two legal entities for potential criminal investigations, including former President Nicos Anastasiades, police officers, and a former head of MOKAS. While the report is pending delivery to the Law Office of the Republic of Cyprus, officials noted that its massive size has caused logistical delays in its transfer. Public debate has emerged regarding whether Attorney General George Savvides and his deputy should recuse themselves from the investigation due to potential conflicts of interest, specifically their historical ties to the former president. While some political figures and the former president himself have suggested such recusal, others advocate for trusting established institutional processes. President Nikos Christodoulides stated that the executive branch remains committed to transparency and will await the Law Office's official assessment. The allegations in the report concern financial activities and potential abuse of power dating back to 2019, specifically linking the law firm of Nicos Anastasiades to suspicious financial flows. The government confirmed it will take all necessary constitutional actions once the legal review process officially begins.

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