A private spy firm founded by former members ⁠of Israeli intelligence ⁠has confirmed its involvement in ⁠a sting operation targeting state officials and private interests in Cyprus, saying it wanted to expose corruption.

A senior aide to President of Cyprus Nikos Christodoulides resigned in January after a video posted online showed ‌him discussing investment projects in Cyprus.

It also featured a businessman who suggested he had direct access to Christodoulides, and a former minister speaking of how to make donations to the government. Those who appeared in the eight-minute video have denied any wrongdoing.

Israeli firm Black Cube said it was ⁠involved in the preparation of the video. In a statement to Cypriot media, and also ‌sent to reporters, Black Cube said it was “proud” to have uncovered “corruption” and help facilitate a cleaner business environment on the island.

“Black ‌Cube has engaged with Cypriot authorities and is confident they will ⁠reach the truth ⁠and bring those responsible to justice,” it said. It did not respond to a question ‌from journalists on who its clients were.

There was no immediate comment from the Cypriot government.