Cyprus police clarify security arrangements for Fidias Panayiotou

The Cyprus Police have issued a formal statement regarding public discourse surrounding the security detail provided to Fidias Panayiotou, leader of the Amesi Dimokratia party. The police clarified that security measures for political party leaders are determined exclusively through a formal risk assessment process. Under the established procedure, the Chief of Police submits a recommendation to the Minister of Justice. This proposal is then forwarded for final approval by the Council of Ministers. Authorities emphasized that the number, composition, and selection of security personnel are decided by the police based on operational criteria and current security data. The police stated that these actions are carried out within their statutory mandate. The objective of these measures is described as the consistent maintenance of public safety. This statement follows recent media reports questioning the nature of the protection assigned to the politician.