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Al Jazeera Case: Syllouris and Giovannis Acquitted

Published February 17, 2026, 11:59
Al Jazeera Case: Syllouris and Giovannis Acquitted

The Permanent Criminal Court of Nicosia concluded a long and highly publicized case linked to the “golden passports” scandal and Al Jazeera’s reports. The defendants, former Parliament Speaker Demetris Syllouris and former MP Christakis Giovannis, were acquitted of charges of corruption and abuse of power. The Court ruled that the charges were not proven, prompting an outburst of applause in the courtroom. The case had caused significant political and institutional impact, while the acquittal of the two former officials marks the end of a major legal ordeal.