Court Case on Usurpation of Greek-Cypriot Land
October 14, 2025
Simon Mistriel Aykut, who pleaded guilty to 40 charges of usurping Greek-Cypriot land, is awaiting the verdict from the Nicosia Criminal Court. The charges involve 40 plots of land with a total value of nearly €40 million. Aykut, who has been in custody since June 2024, faces a prison sentence of up to 7 years. This case is significant as it marks the first instance of a conviction for usurping Greek-Cypriot land. The final ruling will be announced on October 24.