In a significant development in the Novartis case, the Greek Prosecutor’s Office has revoked the protected status of two key witnesses, known by their code names “Aikaterini Kelesi” and “Maximos Sarafis.” This decision, made following a recommendation by Deputy Prosecutor Eleni Papadopoulou, came after requests from political figures implicated in the case.
The revocation also ends their immunity from prosecution and removes their designation as public-interest witnesses. As a result, these witnesses may now face legal actions from politicians they previously accused, including former Prime Minister Antonis Samaras and other high-profile figures.
Samaras, in a public statement, celebrated the decision, declaring that “the path to uncovering the full extent of the Novartis conspiracy is now wide open.” He emphasized that the truth will emerge, revealing the orchestrators behind the scandal.