Discussions for the Handover of a Wanted Suspect to Cypriot Authorities
August 11, 2025
Efforts are underway to transfer a 36-year-old wanted for murder from the occupied territories to the Cypriot authorities. The suspect, Daniel Yehonatan Zarug, was arrested with a fake passport and is in custody. There are ongoing discussions via a bicommunal group for his handover to the Republic of Cyprus and subsequent extradition to Israel. The matter has a political dimension, involving the USA and Turkey in the negotiations. The USA is highlighting issues related to the region and international relations.