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By Stella Marcou
The arrest of eight people in a coordinated operation by police in Paphos and Limassol has drawn significant attention, as the suspects appear to be linked to terrorism-related activities.
The detainees, held for six days, face charges including conspiracy to commit a felony, participation in a criminal organization, and violations of anti-terrorism laws. The suspects, seven men and one woman, all Syrians aged between 29 and 49, were legally residing on the island. Authorities found no evidence that they were planning an attack in Cyprus. Instead, they are suspected of raising funds to support a terrorist organization abroad, specifically in Syria.
Investigators are looking into the source of the funds, with initial suspicions pointing to drug trafficking and state benefits. However, both scenarios remain under investigation and are not yet confirmed.
Links to Hezbollah Regarding which group the suspects were supporting, Hezbollah is reportedly at the top of the list. Police announced that they are working closely with Interpol and Europol, with investigations ongoing and the possibility of further arrests not ruled out.
[This article was translated from its Greek original]
