Terrorism Case: Connections of Detainees with Cypriot Police
June 8, 2026
The terrorism case involving the authorities of Cyprus and Greece relates to Palestinians, members of Hamas, who are alleged to have been planning attacks on Israeli interests. One of the detainees has a son serving in the Cypriot Police, and their relationship is being investigated. Police assessments have taken place, but no evidence of the police member's involvement has emerged. The detainees have been in Cyprus since the 1980s and hold Cypriot citizenship. Similar investigations are being conducted in Greece regarding other suspects who may be involved.