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Deputy Ministry of Migration Revokes International Protection for Palestinians Involved in Larnaca Incidents

Published January 23, 2026, 13:21
Deputy Ministry of Migration Revokes International Protection for Palestinians Involved in Larnaca Incidents

The Deputy Ministry of Migration and International Protection has revoked the international protection status of Palestinians involved in the incidents of January 17th in Larnaca. This decision is based on recent legislation allowing the removal of international protection from foreigners who commit criminal offenses. The government states that it is implementing a strict migration policy with zero tolerance for criminal behavior, aiming to safeguard public order and national security. This move signals a hardening of Cyprus's stance towards foreigners involved in criminal activities.