Two men arrested in Larnaca on suspicion of terrorism

On May 22, 2026, Cypriot police arrested two Palestinian men, aged 32 and 38, on suspicion of involvement in terrorism. Authorities acted following the collection and assessment of intelligence, executing court warrants in the Larnaca district. Searches conducted at two properties used by the 32-year-old suspect led to the seizure of prohibited items and substances intended for the construction of explosive devices. While some reports specifically identified the search location as Governor's Beach, others referred generally to properties in the Larnaca district. Both suspects appeared before the Larnaca District Court, which authorized their remand in custody for eight days to facilitate the investigation. The Larnaca Criminal Investigation Department (CID) continues to oversee the case. Authorities have not ruled out the possibility of further arrests as inquiries proceed.