Police union threatens legal action over unpaid overtime
The police branch of the Isotita trade union threatened legal action over plans to extend staff hours without increasing pay.
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Our View: Brave step confirms commitment to Cyprus, ’ reputation
Fact: President Nikos Christodoulides has taken action to combat money laundering in Cyprus by establishing a unified authority to oversee professional service providers and cooperating with US and British authorities for the effective enforcement of sanctions.
“C’mon Man! Tax the Rich!” Business Owners Face Tax Increases* | JD Supra
Sen. Warren reintroduced her “Ultra-Millionaires” wealth tax proposal to the Senate, inspired by the Administration’s Fiscal Year 2025 Budget which includes its own version of a wealth tax. The tax proposals are part of the upcoming contest for the White House and focus on tax avoidance by the wealthy. Business owners should familiarize themselves with the proposed changes to federal income tax and develop plans in response as there is a possibility that the Democrats may have another opportunity to turn their income tax agenda into law.
U.S., Cyprus boost ties to crack down on money laundering
Cyprus and the US embassy in Nicosia are collaborating to combat money laundering and financial fraud. The US Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) are working with Cypriot authorities to identify and prosecute financial crimes. The FBI and Cyprus police will sign a memorandum of understanding to formalize their cooperation. Additionally, a Cyprus-based company, Tokentrust Holdings, faced sanctions from the US for its connections to Russia’s financial sector.
US-Cyprus cooperation on financial crimes (Updated)
Cyprus and the US embassy announced cooperation to enhance Cypriot capabilities to counter illicit finance. The FBI and Cyprus police will sign a memorandum of understanding to formalize cooperation. US sanctioned a Cyprus-based company for its links with Russia’s financial sector. US appreciates close cooperation with Cypriot authorities to hold sanctions evaders to account.
Police launch clampdown on organised crime
Police in Cyprus have launched a 60-day clampdown on organised crime, with a focus on stepping up night patrols and carrying out coordinated operations and systematic vehicle checks. Crime per capita has risen for the second consecutive year, with offences against property constituting the largest group of offences. Officials of justice and police have been targeted by the underworld, leading to specific instructions for heightened surveillance in 36 geographic areas. Police unions have raised concerns about officers required to work overtime without appropriate remuneration and the inadequacy of staffing numbers and detention facilities.
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Julian Assange will find out on Tuesday whether the High Court in London will allow him to appeal against his extradition from Britain to the United States to face criminal charges, nearly all under the Espionage Act.
Brazil’s Bolsonaro stayed two days in Hungarian embassy after passport seized
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro stayed at the Hungarian embassy in Brasilia for two nights in February, following the confiscation of his passport and the arrest of two former aides on suspicion of plotting a coup. Bolsonaro’s lawyer stated that he stayed at the embassy to maintain contact with Hungarian officials and get updates on the political landscape of both nations. The Brazilian foreign ministry summoned Hungary’s ambassador to clarify the reasons behind Bolsonaro’s stay at the embassy. Bolsonaro has good relations with Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orban. Police have accused Bolsonaro of editing a draft decree to overturn election results, pressuring military chiefs to join a coup attempt, and plotting to jail a Supreme Court justice. He has also been ruled ineligible for political office until 2030 for spreading electoral misinformation.
Greek schools parade before officials for Greek Independence anniversary
Greek school children paraded before officials at Syntagma Square on Sunday to celebrate Greek Independence Day and the 1821 Greek War of Independence. The parade included 230 schools from primary to secondary level, with 229 schools and nearly 1,500 students coming from Athens. Education Minister Kyriakos Pierrakakis and Athens Mayor Charis Doukas were among the officials present. Before the parade, officials laid wreaths at the Monument of the Unknown Soldier. Minister Pierrakakis emphasized the importance of faith, boldness, and fortitude in achieving miracles, while Mayor Doukas highlighted the need for solidarity and serving the collective good for a brighter future with justice and the protection of human rights.
Cyprus honours Greek Independence Day at parades across the island
Cyprus will celebrate Greek Independence Day on Monday with parades, events, and church services. A church service will be held at 10am at the Panayia Faneromeni church in Nicosia’s old town, led by Archbishop Georgios and attended by President Nikos Christodoulides, Education Minister Athena Michaelidou, House Speaker Annita Demetriou, and the ambassador of Greece Ioannis Papameletiou. After the church service, they will attend a student parade outside the Greek embassy. President Christodoulides will make a speech at 12.30pm at the ambassador’s residence in Nicosia. Church services and parades will also occur in other cities, with various government officials attending events in Limassol, Larnaca, Paphos, Paralimni, and Polis Chrysochou.