#contract soldiers

The cabinet has approved an increase in the special allowance granted to all contract soldiers (Syop), Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas said on Thursday. Speaking after the cabinet meeting, Palmas said ...

A 22-year-old contract soldier charged with the attempted murder of a 47-year-old businessman on July 31, appeared before Larnaca criminal court on Monday, pleading not guilty, police said. The next hearing ...

Contract soldiers (Syop) in the National Guard will be able to remain in their position until they reach the age of 57, Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas said on Tuesday, adding that ...

The ministry of defence has announced an extension for applications to become contracted soldiers (Syop) in the National Guard, with the new deadline set for July 4 at 2:00pm. Applicants must ...

Press reports ridiculing new positions for contract soldiers to cover specific needs can only cause damage to issues pertaining to state security, Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas said on Monday. Speaking ...

Professional soldiers received a pay rise after cabinet approved a proposal made by Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas on Friday. They will now be on the public sector A2-A5-A7 ...

The national guard is seeking to recruit contract soldiers to fill up its ranks, the defence ministry said on Tuesday. Applications can be submitted online starting February 3 at 2pm until ...