Syrian man’s hearing over Chlorakas incidents to resume on Friday
A 47-year-old Syrian national facing charges for threats during the Chlorakas fracas was cleared of all charges for a separate case of theft on Monday....
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Man arrested during Chlorakas violence to stand trial
A 47-year-old Syrian national arrested in Chlorakas on August 31 for burglary, spreading fake news, instigating violence, inciting others to commit a crime and knife-wielding...
Proposed law would ban face coverings at demos
Opposition party Disy is to table a bill which seeks to ban face coverings at demonstrations and large gatherings, claiming that “disruptive elements” infiltrate such...
‘No comment’ on resignations after Limassol protest violence
President Nikos Christodoulides on Tuesday said he had “nothing to say” when asked if Cyprus’ police chief and justice minister had tendered their resignations, following...
Elam-cultivated racism has led to violence against migrants says deputy
Calls on politicians not to pander to racists for votes The attacks on migrants and their properties in Chlorakas a week ago by thugs was...
Men ‘attack and beat’ police while being arrested in Larnaca
Two men “attacked and beat” police in Larnaca while being arrested in connection with multiple burglaries on Thursday evening. The pair attempted to escape and...
Fear and frustration rule in Paphos village (videos)
After two nights of violence, Iole Damaskinos goes to Chlorakas and speaks to those living in the village Fear, smouldering frustration and disbelief were...
Centre inaugurated for adult survivors of child sexual abuse
President Nikos Christodoulides on Monday inaugurated a support centre for individuals who experienced abuse, calling it a milestone in promoting psychosomatic help and a pillar...
3,000 cases of violence against women
Three thousand cases of violence against women and 686 involving young people were recorded in 2022 by the Fimonoi foundation, it announced on Sunday. President...
Our View: Government must give police more powers to deal with sports hooligans
“Enough with this [fan rioting] issue. It has been discussed over and over, and every time following incidents there are meetings upon meetings,” President Nikos...
