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Cyprus anti-corruption authority releases findings on 'Mafia State' report

Following a two-year investigation, the Cyprus Independent Authority Against Corruption has published a 67-page summary of a 3,000-page report regarding allegations made in Makarios Drousiotis’ book, 'Mafia State.' The investigation identified 15 individuals and entities, including former President Nicos Anastasiades, linked to potential criminal offences such as influence peddling, bribery, abuse of power, and money laundering. Other prominent names mentioned in the report include former Deputy Attorney General Rikkos Erotokritou, former Minister of Agriculture Nikos Kouyialis, and former MP Giorgos Varnava. The report has been referred to the Attorney General to determine if criminal prosecutions will proceed. Potential penalties for the investigated crimes range from seven to 14 years in prison and fines up to €500,000. While Anastasiades has categorically rejected the allegations, claiming the report refutes claims of enrichment, political parties have called for a comprehensive criminal investigation. The current government, led by President Nikos Christodoulides, has pledged transparency and constitutional compliance in handling the findings. The case remains subject to further legal assessment by the Attorney General’s office.

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