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A 49-year-old German woman accused of illegally handling Greek Cypriot property in the occupied north of Cyprus has lost her appeal for release while awaiting trial. The Court of Appeal unanimously rejected her request to be freed on parole, meaning she will remain in custody until proceedings begin on March 5, 2025.
The woman faces 44 charges, with the first 24 being the most serious, related to alleged fraudulent property transactions. The court has repeatedly upheld her detention, citing the risk that she might flee justice.
She had argued that her detention conditions were poor, that she lacked access to an interpreter for her defense, and that alternative custody measures should be considered. However, the court dismissed these claims, emphasizing that her case is of public interest due to the nature of the charges.
This case highlights ongoing legal battles over property in the occupied territories and the complex legal issues surrounding disputed ownership.
