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Did They Call a Press Conference to Say Criticism is to Blame for Their Failure?

Published February 19, 2026, 09:16
Did They Call a Press Conference to Say Criticism is to Blame for Their Failure?

The Legal Service held a press conference to explain its decision to appeal the acquittal of Syllouris and Giovani. However, according to the commentator, the conference seemed more like an attempt to justify the Service's failure and address the criticism it received, rather than presenting a strong legal argument for the appeal. The commentator points out that the Legal Service's witnesses withdrew, the video was rejected as illegal, and no substantial evidence was presented by the Ministry of Finance, as highlighted by the Prosecutor herself. Therefore, the chances of success for the appeal appear slim. The conference seemed aimed at defending the prosecutors from accusations and undermining, as they feel they are being criticized not only for specific issues but for their work in general. The criticism focused primarily on the scandalous Al Jazeera video and the Legal Service's failure to handle the case effectively. The commentator emphasizes that criticism is logical and inevitable when there is disappointment with the results, and that the Legal Service must regain public trust with results, not complaints. Furthermore, he stresses that trust is being questioned and must be earned through hard work and effectiveness.