Cyprus Arrests Eight Syrians for Terrorist Funding

Cyprus authorities have arrested eight Syrians, including seven men and one woman, on suspicion of funding a terrorist organization in Syria. They were detained following police raids in Limassol and Paphos after receiving a tip-off, although the specific group they allegedly funded has not been disclosed. The suspects, who are believed to have been involved in electronically transferring funds and possibly raising money through drug dealing, are currently in police custody for a six-day period as investigations continue. The Nicosia District Court deemed their detention necessary to facilitate the inquiry, despite objections from the suspects' lawyers. It has been confirmed that there are no indications that the suspects were planning any attacks in Cyprus. All detainees entered Cyprus illegally as asylum seekers and have reported connections to Islamic organizations.