Syrians Deported After Zakaki Clash in Limassol – 8,000 Repatriations in 2025

Syrian nationals involved in a clash in Zakaki, Limassol, have been deported from Cyprus following coordinated actions by the Ministry of Justice and the Deputy Ministry of Migration.

Competent sources stated that this action is part of the Government's strict immigration policy, with strict measures for foreigners who commit criminal offenses.

Since January 2025, over 8,000 third-country nationals have been repatriated, while over 3,600 Syrians have departed Cyprus since December 9, 2024. In 2024, 10,092 were repatriated, and in 2023, 9,193.