Ex-Cyprus President May Face Criminal Charges in Corruption Probe

An independent Cyprus anti-corruption authority has concluded that former President Nicos Anastasiades, his ex-law firm and several associates were involved in influence trading, abuse of power, money laundering and fast-tracking residence/citizenship for Russian oligarchs; the lengthy probe links some findings to the Troika Laundromat, recommends charges for multiple individuals, prompted recusals of top prosecutors and referrals to the Legal Service and tax authorities, and includes denials and defamation actions by those accused.