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AKEL Insistent: Demands Answers Regarding Missing Explosives and Thorough Investigation

Published February 10, 2026, 15:46
AKEL Insistent: Demands Answers Regarding Missing Explosives and Thorough Investigation

AKEL has expressed strong concern regarding the disappearance of 13 kilograms of TNT explosives from a firing range, highlighting the risk of them falling into the hands of organized crime. The party leaves open the possibility of internal involvement in the theft and seeks answers from the Ministry of Defence regarding questions concerning potential surveillance failures and disciplinary responsibilities. AKEL questions the immediate investigation of the case and demands clarification as to whether the appointed investigation committee includes members of the National Guard, which could raise issues of transparency. It also emphasizes the need for the immediate suspension of duties of the involved personnel until the completion of the investigation. The AKEL announcement focuses on the need for a thorough investigation, with the aim of fully elucidating the circumstances of the theft and administering justice. It expresses fears of a potential increase in crime and highlights the need to strengthen the security and operational capabilities of the National Guard. AKEL reiterates its demand for the completion of the investigation as soon as possible and calls on the Ministry of Defence to take all necessary measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.