AKEL criticizes the Law Office of the Republic of Cyprus over spy van case

On September 14, 2026, the AKEL party issued a sharp critique of the Law Office of the Republic of Cyprus, accusing it of systematically covering up the "spy van" scandal. The party alleges that the Law Office obstructed the Independent Authority against Corruption by denying it the ability to further investigate the case, which involved advanced systems for mass surveillance and illegal wiretapping.

AKEL contends that evidence previously presented to the Parliament and the courts demonstrates that state agencies, officials, and politically connected individuals were aware of the illegal surveillance activities linked to specific companies. Despite these findings, the Law Office had previously suspended criminal prosecutions against the primary suspects, citing the "public interest." The party now demands a reopening of the investigation, the publication of the findings from the special investigator (Stefanou report), and full accountability.

The party argues that these actions undermine the rule of law and maintain a pattern of obstruction regarding sensitive inquiries. Officials state that the refusal to allow the anti-corruption authority to proceed further effectively shields those responsible, leaving critical political questions unanswered and eroding public trust in the Cypriot judicial system.