A Greek Cypriot detained in the occupied north since 19 July was transferred to hospital due to severe back pain after being allegedly denied access to necessary medication, according to the Cyprus News Agency (CNA).
Citing sources, CNA reported that the detainee faces serious health problems and has not received required pharmaceutical treatment during nearly two months in custody.
The individual’s condition deteriorated sufficiently to require hospital treatment.
Court hearing postponed pending appeal decision
The hospitalisation occurred as legal proceedings at the so-called “court” in Trikomo were postponed to 12 September, pending an appeal decision in occupied Nicosia regarding the initial 13-day “military court” detention order.
The five Greek Cypriots, all over 60 years old, were arrested on 19 July 2024 in the village of Trikomo whilst visiting their ancestral properties. They face charges of “entering a military zone, espionage and disturbing peace” and “violation of a military restricted zone in the first degree.”
Occupation authorities allege the detainees were collecting information about construction works on properties claimed by the occupying administration, with documents and maps reportedly found in their vehicle.
The Republic of Cyprus views the arrests as retaliatory actions following recent legal moves in government-controlled areas against individuals illegally exploiting Greek Cypriot-owned properties in the occupied territories.
Legal proceedings in the territory operate under a separate judicial system not recognised by the Republic of Cyprus or the international community, except Turkey.
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