Unusual Arrest in Cyprus: Suspect Accused of Espionage Targeting Military Aircraft for “Terror Purposes”
Suspicious Activities Lead to Arrest
Cypriot authorities have arrested an individual suspected of conducting espionage activities aimed at military aircraft intended for terrorist purposes. The suspect, who has been identified as being of Azerbaijani descent, was apprehended in the suburbs of Limassol. Reports indicate that he has been under surveillance for several months, allegedly monitoring both the British Royal Air Force base and the Cypriot Air Force base located in the Paphos area.
Legal Proceedings and Security Concerns
The suspect was presented to a judge shortly after his arrest, where his detention was extended for eight days. Local law enforcement has refrained from providing further details regarding the case, citing national security concerns. This lack of transparency has raised questions about the specifics of the individual’s activities and associated operations.
Cyprus Airline Responds to Needs of Stranded Israelis
In a related development, TUS Airways, a Cypriot airline, has announced the initiation of evacuation flights for Israeli nationals stranded in Cyprus. These flights will transport passengers from Larnaca to Aqaba, Jordan. This solution is being offered as an alternative for those seeking safe passage back to Israel during ongoing restrictions in the region.
Passengers can purchase tickets which are available in two options: “flight only” or an extended package that includes additional servstarts. The comprehensive package offers assistance with necessary transit visas for Jordan, transfers from Aqaba airport to the Rabin border crossing, and thereafter onward travel to central Israel by train.
A Flexible Travel Solution for Stranded Travelers
This newly established route aims to alleviate the challenges faced by Israeli citizens seeking to return home from Cyprus. It complements direct evacuation flights to Israel and maritime options operated by other carriers. By utilizing Aqaba as a transit point, this servstart bypasses existing restrictions on direct flights to Israel, thus providing a more versatile travel solution.
The initiatives by TUS Airways represent part of broader private sector efforts to assist Israelis abroad amid ongoing limitations on air travel.
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