Tensions in Parliament Over Prisons and Organized Crime
November 4, 2025
A heated debate took place in the Parliament between Justice Minister Marios Harciotis and AKEL MPs Aristos Damianou and Andreas Pasiourtides. The MPs expressed concerns about prison conditions and rising crime rates. Harciotis countered that the accusations were exaggerated and provided updates on juvenile prisons. The confrontation focused on issues of accountability and public safety. In conclusion, the minister mentioned Cyprus's European obligations and the ongoing modernization of the Legal Service.