Journalist Makarios Drousiotis asserted that the anti-corruption authority's investigation into his book 'Mafia State' vindicated his reporting, concluding that former president Anastasiades was involved.
Cypriot police have concluded that no evidence was found to support serious allegations made public by journalist Makarios Drousiotis in the 'Sandy' case, following an extensive investigation.
Reports indicate that the appointment of an independent criminal investigator to examine allegations made by journalist Makarios Drousiotis against high-profile figures in the 'Sandy' case is now "out of the question."
A significant number of parliamentary candidates from Cyprus's Direct Democracy party attended Makarios Drousiotis's presentation on foreclosures at the University of Nicosia.
Former Attorney General Costa Clerides provided a statement to the investigative team probing allegations related to the 'Santi' case and claims made by author Makarios Drousiotis in Cyprus.
Journalist Makarios Drousiotis released a new audio file, claiming the government is trying to discredit him amidst his accusations against former supreme court judge Michalakis Christodoulou regarding alleged crimes.
Journalist and Volt candidate Makarios Drousiotis published audio and message exchanges, which he claims relate to allegations by a woman known as 'Sandy', including references to a reported stabbing.
Deputy Minister to the Prime Minister, Giorgos Mylonakis, announced legal actions against Cypriot journalist Makarios Drousiotis and those reproducing his claims. Mylonakis stated that it is a smear campaign against him, involving fabricated material and successive lies.
Cypriot society is confronting a series of serious allegations following the publication of Makarios Drousiotis's lengthy post, "The Dark Face of the Rule of Law in Cyprus," which details significant events.
Makarios Drousiotis, a journalist and Volt parliamentary candidate in Cyprus, has criticized the police for their handling of corruption allegations. He claims investigators are attempting to discredit evidence before proper examination.
Journalist and Volt candidate Makarios Drousiotis delivered a dossier of documents to investigators at police headquarters in Cyprus, stating that it contains extensive material linked to allegations he has raised recently.
Police in Cyprus have launched an investigation into explosive allegations of an international crime ring and a historical rape case, following statements from researcher Makarios Drousiotis.
Then attorney-general Costas Clerides was informed in 2019 of evidence which later formed the basis of journalist Makarios Drousiotis’ corruption allegations, according to statements made by his…
A heated confrontation erupted on Thursday between Makarios Drousiotis and Edek spokesman Georgios Georgiou, as tensions escalated over claims of a clandestine cabal involving political and judicial…
Cyprus police have initiated a criminal investigation into an alleged illegal corruption network involving former and current officials, including a former Supreme Court figure and a former president, following claims published by researcher Makarios Drousiotis.
Cyprus government spokesperson Konstantinos Letymbiotis called for anyone with information related to allegations made by journalist and Volt MP candidate Makarios Drousiotis to hand it over to the competent authorities for investigation.
Lawyer Leto Kariolou, representing Makarios Drousiotis, has called for the removal of Attorney-General Giorgos Savvides and his deputy Savvas Angelides from their posts to allow for a criminal investigation against a former president, following 'Mafia State' findings.
The Cyprus Police Chief, Themistos Arnaoutis, is scheduled to present the findings of the investigation into the 'Sandy' case and related complaints made by journalist Makarios Drousiotis at a briefing tomorrow.
Cyprus's anti-corruption authority announced it would release 'technical data' on Tuesday regarding its investigation into systemic corruption allegations detailed in the book 'Mafia State' by journalist Makarios Drousiotis.
Investigators have discovered a fourth fake photograph used by the woman known as 'Sandy,' following previous findings of stolen images posted by Makarios Drousiotis.
Former attorney-general Costas Clerides stated on Saturday that he will disclose any information he possesses concerning allegations made by journalist Makarios Drousiotis against several high-profile figures in the 'Sandy' case.
Police in Cyprus are investigating a 45-year-old woman known as 'Sandy' after finding applications capable of generating fake messages and calls on her mobile phones. The investigation follows allegations published by Makarios Drousiotis, with Clerides seeking to annul a related search warrant.
The Cypriot Cabinet is set to be briefed on allegations made by journalist Makarios Drousiotis, as police continue investigations into digital material and prepare a criminal case linked to a figure known as ‘Sandy’.
Cyprus police stated that complaints made by Makarios Drousiotis are being investigated with full seriousness, professionalism, and strict adherence to legal and constitutional procedures.
President Nikos Christodoulides announced a full investigation into allegations made by journalist Makarios Drousiotis, amidst a Europol forensic review, while the government continues to deny claims regarding a key witness.
Evidence submitted by journalist Makarios Drousiotis concerning claims of rape against a former supreme court judge will be forwarded to Europol, the European Union agency for law enforcement.
Cyprus Justice Minister Costas Fitiris plans to propose independent criminal investigators amid growing concerns over police handling of allegations linked to Makarios Drousiotis.
Cyprus Justice Minister Costas Fitiris stated that journalist Makarios Drousiotis has not provided documented evidence to support his claims of rape and other accusations against a former supreme court judge.
A woman named in connection with allegations made public by journalist Makarios Drousiotis was reportedly smuggled to a European country with embassy assistance for her protection after speaking about the claims. Cypriot authorities are intensifying their investigation into Drousiotis' claims against former judge Michalakis Christodoulou, with the journalist having already presented evidence to the police.
Former supreme court judge Michalakis Christodoulou acknowledged knowing "Sandy," a central figure in sexual misconduct allegations made by Makarios Drousiotis, but denied the allegations and stated he would present his account to police.
Cyprus police are set to investigate allegations made by Makarios Drousiotis regarding a covert 'Rosicrucian brotherhood' operating in the country, claims which a former Supreme Court judge has vehemently denied as "morbid fantasies and falsehoods."
Writer and parliamentary candidate Makarios Drousiotis has publicly accused judges, senior officials, and a former president of paedophilia, corruption, surveillance, and rigged trials in a social media post.
A prominent lawyer has highlighted unresolved issues in the 'Sandy' affair, following a police finding that journalist Makarios Drousiotis's allegations lacked supporting evidence.
Cyprus Police have categorically denied that an arrest warrant was ever considered or issued for journalist Makarios Drousiotis in connection with an ongoing case related to public complaints he made.
An excerpt from a German television show was identified as the source of a voice heard in an audio recording of 'Sandy', a key figure in allegations made by journalist Makarios Drousiotis against high-profile figures in Cyprus.
Cyprus's Transparency Commissioner and head of the Anti-Corruption Authority has confirmed that recent developments concerning Makarios Drousiotis in the "Sandy" case will not influence the ongoing investigation into the "Mafia State" book and Nicos Anastasiades.
The Volt party has publicly affirmed its support for parliamentary candidate Makarios Drousiotis, denying any distancing, as police findings and contested digital evidence continue to be central to the ongoing 'Sandy' case.
Questions have been raised regarding photographs shared by researcher Makarios Drousiotis, which purported to show an injury but appear to have been uploaded to the internet years ago.
Reports indicate that Cypriot police are preparing a criminal case against a woman known only as 'Sandy,' who is at the center of accusations made by journalist Makarios Drousiotis, with newspaper Politis suggesting she could face charges.
Cypriot journalist Makarios Drousiotis made a public statement and shared a photograph of a text message exchange after searches were conducted at the home and office of lawyer Nicos Clerides in connection with the 'Sandy' case.
Key evidence, including a mobile phone belonging to a former client of lawyer Nikos Clerides and over 130 disputed digital files, has been sent to Europol's cybercrime laboratories for forensic examination in connection with the Makarios Drousiotis case.
Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides has urged anyone receiving threats to contact authorities as the 'Sandy' corruption scandal continues to unfold. The case involves allegations made by journalist Makarios Drousiotis, with lawyer Nicos Clerides reportedly holding a file of evidence.
Sandy, a key figure in the Makarios Drousiotis corruption allegations in Cyprus, met with police investigators and claimed that the SMS messages central to the case are not authentic.
Former Edek MEP Demetris Papadakis, currently running for Alma, has filed a police complaint against journalist Makarios Drousiotis, a Volt candidate, alleging the publication of 'fake news' ahead of the May 24 parliamentary elections.
Cypriot President Christodoulides emphasized the importance of institutional processes and adherence to laws, responding to concerns about political trust and suspicions raised by figures like Makarios Drousiotis.
Former Edek MEP Demetris Papadakis confirmed he has handed over his mobile phone for forensic examination following allegations made by Makarios Drousiotis, with results anticipated soon.
A political storm has erupted in Cyprus after writer and parliamentary candidate Makarios Drousiotis claimed that prominent figures in Cyprus and Greece, including politicians, judges, lawyers, and businesspeople, are members of the Brotherhood of the Rosicrucians.