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Anti-Corruption Authority Investigates 'Mafia State' Allegations, Acknowledges Research Delays

Published February 26, 2026, 09:18
Anti-Corruption Authority Investigates 'Mafia State' Allegations, Acknowledges Research Delays

The Independent Authority Against Corruption has issued a statement regarding the investigation into the book 'Mafia State', acknowledging delays in completing and publishing its final report. The Authority explains that the delays are not due to the content of the investigation, but to objective difficulties, such as health problems of two inspection officers and staffing changes within the research team. Despite the delays, the Authority assures that the investigation is proceeding normally, with full supervision and drafts received for most chapters. It emphasizes the diligence and methodical approach of the inspection officers and expresses confidence in their work. The Authority commits to fulfilling its institutional role independently, despite the timing coinciding with the pre-election period. The Authority's statement mentions that the delay is partly due to health issues faced by two of the four inspection officers, as well as the transfer of a team member to another position. The Authority stresses that the work is collaborative and the delays were unavoidable. The Authority commits to thoroughly reviewing the final report and issuing a detailed announcement regarding the investigation's findings. It concludes by calling on the public to await the final report with composure and objective judgment.