The Public Prosecutors’ Council has rejected the proposal submitted by Public Prosecutor Lençe Ristoska. Maqedoni Gazeta Express reported this decision on March 30, 2026, at 3:15 PM. The council’s ruling was unanimous, concluding that Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski had not compromised the independence of the public prosecutor.
Concerns had been raised regarding his public statements, which were perceived as exerting pressure on her investigations into the “Talir” cases. These cases involve accusations against the OBRM-PDUKM party. Member Marijana Ilieska explained that the Commission’s assessment revealed the statements and accusations lacked specific details.
Consequently, there was no evidence to suggest a direct impact on the prosecutor’s impartiality. The absence of individualized accusations eliminated the possibility of establishing concrete influence. Despite the Prime Minister’s remarks, characterizing her as “mediocrity with a m,” the public prosecutors’ council maintained its position.
They determined that these statements, while critical, did not constitute actions warranting concern about the independence of the prosecutor. The council’s decision underscores the importance of maintaining the integrity of the public prosecutors’ office.
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The State Attorney General’s Office declined prosecutor Lençe Ristoska’s suggestion.