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Reduction of Guards for Political Figures: Insights from the Risk Assessment Committee Report

July 3, 2026

The report from the Risk Assessment Committee has led to a reassessment of guards provided to political figures and officials. Minister Kostas Fitiris has already requested a reduction in guards, starting with his own security. The report analyzes the security risk for each individual and proposes measures. Some guards are deemed unnecessary as they do not reflect real risk. Several officials, including former President Anastasiades, are expected to have their security detail reduced.