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Asylum revoked for 95 individuals in Cyprus due to criminal activities
3 sourcesFirst reported 8 days agoUpdated 7 days ago
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- Authorities in Cyprus have revoked asylum status for 95 individuals due to their involvement in criminal activities.
- The majority of those affected are Syrian nationals, with reports indicating that 80 of the revoked cases involve Syrians.
- The crackdown is part of a new policy directed by Deputy Minister of Migration and Asylum Dr. Nicholas A. Ioannides.
- In addition to the revocations, more than 2,000 asylum applications from Syrians have been rejected.
- This shift in government stance marks a tougher approach towards migrants engaged in illegal activities.
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PhilenewsFirst
In-Cyprus+1h
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