Consideration of Request to Serve Sentence in Israel
December 19, 2025
Kostas Fytiris, the new Minister of Justice, is considering a request from Simon Mistriel Aykut to serve his sentence in Israel. Aykut has been sentenced to five years in prison for the misappropriation of Greek Cypriot properties. The request is currently being processed, and the minister aims to follow the necessary procedures. The final decision on the approval of the request lies with the minister. If confirmed, he will serve his sentence according to the laws of Israel.