Justice Minister Constantinos Fitiris has initiated a thorough reassessment of police protection arrangements for all political and state officials, including newly elected parliamentary leaders Odysseas Michaelides and Fidias Panayiotou. The review aims to update risk evaluations amid growing pressure on police resources and concerns over the current allocation of security details.

The police security committee has been tasked with conducting the review, which will factor in operational needs and updated threat assessments. Their recommendations will be submitted to the minister and ultimately to the cabinet for final decisions on security assignments. Particular focus is expected on leaders of new parliamentary parties Alma and Direct Democracy, with considerations about appropriate protection levels given their roles and responsibilities.

This reassessment comes amidst increasing police demands related to combating organized crime and ensuring public safety. The decision follows ongoing debates questioning whether police protection has been appropriately aligned with actual security risks rather than political influence.