migration issue

President in talks with UN over migrants in buffer zone

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President in talks with UN over migrants in buffer zone

President Nikos Christodoulides is in contact with the UN peacekeeping force regarding 13 migrants reported to be living in the buffer zone near the university grounds. The migrants are from Afghanistan, Iran, Sudan, and Cameroon and had come from the north after being denied entrance to the state-controlled areas. The UN peacekeeping force is working with UNCHR to provide humanitarian assistance to the most vulnerable migrants.

Immigration measures , ‘have brought positive results’

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Immigration measures , ‘have brought positive results’

– The state’s immigration measures have brought positive results
– There is a significant reduction in arrivals at present and return rates in April continued as before
– The EU would support Lebanon’s armed forces with equipment and training for border management.

Two plus one critical missions – Migration, Cyprus problem, and “Amalthea”

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Two plus one critical missions – Migration, Cyprus problem, and “Amalthea”

– Nikos Christodoulides and Ursula von der Leyen are traveling to Lebanon to address the migration issue with a 400 million euro assistance package.
– The completion of the Gaza pier is imminent, allowing for humanitarian aid shipments to resume.
– María Angela Holguín Cuéllar’s visit to Cyprus is crucial for addressing the Cyprus problem and potentially restarting talks.

Ino Afentouli: Cyprus’ solidarity towards Israel should not stop

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Ino Afentouli: Cyprus’ solidarity towards Israel should not stop

Last week, the world saw Iran’s attack on Israel amidst ongoing tensions in the Gaza Strip, highlighting the thin line between tension and conflict in the Middle East. Ino Afentouli, from Panteion University, emphasized that a regional conflict involving Iran and Israel would have adverse consequences for Cyprus and Greece. The conflict has halted economic cooperation and development plans in the region. Afentouli also mentioned that Cyprus could face increased migrant flows similar to those seen during the war in Syria. She emphasized the importance of solidarity with Israel for Cyprus and Greece, despite supporting the rights of the Palestinian people. The conflict could have significant impacts on Europe’s security and stability.

Opinion: Unlawful government measures that cause anti-refugee hysteria and panic

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Opinion: Unlawful government measures that cause anti-refugee hysteria and panic

The government of Cyprus has indefinitely suspended the processing of asylum applications from people of Syrian origin, citing an “emergency situation due to sudden influxes” from Syria. This decision, made under the Christodoulides Government, includes the use of the National Guard in anti-refugee operations and the suspension of asylum applications for 21 months for Syrians. The government’s measures have been criticized for violating international obligations under the Geneva Convention and the European Convention on Human Rights, as well as for contributing to anti-immigration and anti-refugee sentiments. Additionally, the government’s actions have been deemed illegal and disproportionate, with concerns raised about military-style pushbacks conducted with the navy and police.

Calls for , ‘urgent’ action on migration

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Calls for , ‘urgent’ action on migration

The House interior committee called on the government to urgently and effectively manage the migration issue, focusing on upgrading infrastructure for reception centers and accommodation for asylum seekers, improving the procedures for examining asylum applications, and providing access to legal representation for unaccompanied minors. The government should also adopt procedures to ensure humane living conditions in reception centers and suppress incidences of crime in and around these centers.