Kidnapping of Greek Cypriots: Motives and Implications
August 3, 2025
Five Greek Cypriots were kidnapped under instructions from Turkey, as retaliation for the prosecution of property usurpers. The charges against them are baseless and relate to their visits to their own properties. The occupying side aims to link their release to the case of usurper Simon Aykut. This situation highlights the motives behind the actions of the occupying government.