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Vote-Seeking on the Back of Suffering Livestock Farmers

Published March 12, 2026, 09:17
Vote-Seeking on the Back of Suffering Livestock Farmers

The protests of livestock farmers, facing the destruction of their herds, are justified and understandable. This tragic situation coincided with the crisis in the Middle East, which is affecting Cyprus's image as a safe destination. However, the proposal to close Larnaca Airport and ports is dangerous and could have negative consequences for the economy, particularly tourism. Exploiting the pain of livestock farmers for political purposes is reprehensible. The state must support the livestock farmers, but the solution is not to worsen the country's economic situation.