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AKEL: 'Greenhouse' of Illegal Software in Cyprus – Legal Service in the Spotlight

Published February 27, 2026, 12:01
AKEL: 'Greenhouse' of Illegal Software in Cyprus – Legal Service in the Spotlight

AKEL is launching a sharp criticism of the handling of the surveillance scandal, following the conviction of a former Israeli agent in Greece. The party argues that the conviction brings back into focus the involvement of the same individuals in illegal surveillance in Cyprus, referring to the 'black' spy van and the illegal antennas at Larnaca Airport. AKEL accuses institutional collusion and corruption, while criticizing the decision to suspend criminal prosecution on grounds of 'public interest'. The party speaks of a 'greenhouse' for the production of surveillance equipment in Cyprus and calls for institutional responsibility from the Attorney General and the Deputy Attorney General, announcing a press conference on the matter.