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T/C Publication with Allegations of Money Laundering Involving Ustel

Published February 17, 2026, 12:15
T/C Publication with Allegations of Money Laundering Involving Ustel

The website «Bugün Kıbrıs» published allegations implicating the “prime minister” of the occupied territories, Ünal Üstel, and his son in a corruption and money laundering ring. According to the testimony of Cemil Önal, a close associate of the murdered Halil Falyalı, Mr. Üstel allegedly received money for “maintaining relationships.” Additionally, the “prime minister’s” son is allegedly involved in a luxury car dealership with accusations of tax evasion and using the business for money laundering. The President of the Republican Turkish Party, Sila Usar İnçirli, called for an investigation into the allegations. Mr. Üstel denied the accusations, while the authorities avoided making statements.