Asset Confiscations Related to Illegal Activities
November 12, 2026
The police have confiscated assets worth €51.5 million linked to illegal activities in recent years. Many of these confiscations are related to naturalizations and real estate purchases. Significant increases in confiscated assets were recorded in 2024 and 2025, with values of €8.5 million and €10.5 million respectively. Additionally, the Central Bank closed 168,000 bank accounts due to violations. There are concerns about the delays in the evaluation reports regarding money laundering and terrorism financing risks.