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Christodoulides , ‘tried to prevent’ case against auditor-general

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Christodoulides , ‘tried to prevent’ case against auditor-general

President Nikos Christodoulides attempted to prevent a case being filed for the removal of Auditor-General Odysseas Michaelides, but his efforts were unsuccessful. Odysseas Michaelides has until May 17 to object to the case brought to the Supreme Constitutional Court to have him removed from his role. Michaelides’ legal team will not contest that attorney-general George Savvides has no right to apply to have him relieved of his duty, but will make this case later during legal proceedings.

Auditor General faces dismissal bid; explosive statements anticipated

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Auditor General faces dismissal bid; explosive statements anticipated

Attorney General George Savvides has filed a bid to dismiss Auditor General Odysseas Michaelides before the Supreme Constitutional Court, citing “inappropriate behavior” including public disputes, social media activity, and handling of complaints. The application references high-profile cases and controversies, with Michaelides’ legal team planning to call prominent figures for testimony. The Attorney General claims that Michaelides’ clashes are driven by ulterior motives, causing doubts about his integrity. Michaelides’ defenders argue that his role requires expressing differing opinions and dispute allegations of misconduct.

Outlining the key players in Auditor General court case

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Outlining the key players in Auditor General court case

Three judges of the Supreme Constitutional Court, including the current president, previously participated in a case involving the dismissal of a state official for inappropriate behavior. Two lawyers of the Auditor General also have experience in a similar case, as they represented the former Attorney General. The current Deputy Attorney General may be a witness in the process, as one of the issues raised concerns a complaint against him. Two large law firms will represent the Attorney General in the legal battle, one of which has ties to a former judge who prepared a report on the state official in the previous case.

Landmark legal battle unfolds in Cyprus

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Landmark legal battle unfolds in Cyprus

The Attorney General of Cyprus has filed a petition to the Supreme Constitutional Court seeking the dismissal of Auditor General Odysseas Michaelides for inappropriate conduct. This legal battle will involve top legal professionals and is based on a regulatory provision from 2021. The case is unique as there is limited case law on requests for dismissal due to inappropriate behavior, with the only previous case involving former Deputy Attorney General Rikkos Erotocritou, who was criminally convicted. The Constitution does not clearly define what constitutes inappropriate behavior for the dismissal of officials at this level of constitutional protection. The Auditor General has 21 days to file an objection to the request for dismissal, and if the case reaches a hearing, old cases handled by the Legal Service will be brought up, with witnesses called to testify.

Israel: “Netanyahu resign, elections now” – Wave of anger and mass protests

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Israel: “Netanyahu resign, elections now” – Wave of anger and mass protests

Thousands of people in various Israeli cities protested for the dismissal of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the release of hostages held by Hamas. Participants demanded early elections and showed support for the hostages, with some carrying Israeli flags and signs calling for their safe return. Opposition leaders like Yair Lapid and Dan Halutz joined the demonstrations, criticizing Netanyahu’s government and accusing him of prioritizing his rule over the hostages’ return.

The Auditor General fires at the Attorney General – “They are working on a plan to eliminate me”

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The Auditor General fires at the Attorney General – “They are working on a plan to eliminate me”

The Deputy Attorney General has filed a petition to the Supreme Constitutional Court for the dismissal of the Auditor General, according to a statement by the Audit Office. The Attorney General and Deputy Attorney General are accused of trying to eliminate Odysseas Michaelides in retaliation for his highlighting of unethical actions by the Assistant Attorney General.