Istanbul Drug Raid: Police Officer and Suspected Trafficker Killed as Türkiye Expands Crackdown
A police officer and a suspected drug trafficker were killed Monday during an anti-narcotics raid in Istanbul, as Türkiye intensifies nationwide operations against drug networks. Authorities said the shootout erupted…
Cyprus Drug Squad Seizes Cannabis and Cocaine in Coordinated Famagusta Raids
Police arrested three individuals, including two minors, during a coordinated anti-narcotics operation carried out Saturday by the Cyprus Drug Law Enforcement Unit (YKAN) in the Famagusta district, authorities said. Officers…
Cyprus Parliament Approves Aid Bill for Communities Near Dhekelia Power Station
Cyprus’s House of Representatives unanimously passed a bill Thursday to provide financial aid to communities near the Dhekelia power station, citing health and environmental concerns. The legislation was introduced by…
Cyprus: Young Man in Critical Condition After Being Hit by Van in Paralimni Hotel Area
PARALIMNI — A 23-year-old man is in critical condition after being struck by a reversing van late Thursday night in the grounds of a hotel in Paralimni, police said. The…
Cyprus: Suspected Ayia Napa burglar remanded for eight days
FAMAGUSTA GAZETTE – Famagusta District Court on Monday ordered the eight-day detention of a 55-year-old man to assist police with an ongoing investigation into a series of burglaries and thefts…
Cyprus Police Seek Public Assistance in Theft Investigation in Famagusta District
FAMAGUSTA GAZETTE – Authorities are seeking help from the public to identify a person wanted in connection with an ongoing theft investigation in the Famagusta District. The incident occurred on…
Cyprus: Beach lockers to be installed at two Paralimni-Deryneia beaches
FAMAGUSTA GAZETTE – A total of 320 beach lockers will be installed at two popular beaches in the Paralimni-Deryneia municipality to improve safety and convenience for swimmers and visitors, officials…
Cyprus: Paralimni honours victims of Helios crash on 20th anniversary
FAMAGUSTA GAZETTE — A memorial service was held Sunday morning at the Metropolitan Church of St. George in Paralimni to honour the 16 local residents who died in the Helios…
Cyprus Court Rejects Appeal in Child Sexual Abuse Case
FAMAGUSTA GAZETTE – The Cyprus Court of Appeal has unanimously rejected the appeal of a man convicted of sexually abusing his underage granddaughter in the Famagusta District. The complainant in…
Cyprus: Police Investigate Alleged Bribery Attempt by Drunk Driver in Ayia Napa
FAMAGUSTA GAZETTE – Famagusta Criminal Investigation Department is probing a case of attempted bribery involving a public official after a 35-year-old man allegedly tried to pay off police officers during…