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Foot-and-Mouth Disease Concerns: Calls for Imprisonment for Smugglers from Occupied Territories

Published March 17, 2026, 16:33
Foot-and-Mouth Disease Concerns: Calls for Imprisonment for Smugglers from Occupied Territories

The situation with foot-and-mouth disease in Cyprus is escalating, with new cases confirmed in livestock farms. Revelations are coming to light regarding trade from the occupied territories that contributes to the spread of the virus, with the Deputy Mayor of Dali stating that they know the names and surnames of those involved and demanding imprisonment for them. Livestock farmers express their anxiety about the spread of the virus and the lack of timely information from the competent authorities. It is pointed out that the transfer of infected feed from the occupied territories is the likely source of the infection and that immediate measures are needed to prevent further spread.