Cypriot officials have sent ten Syrian people back to their country. This happened after a big fight in the city of Limassol last month. The government announced these deportations on Wednesday. They are linked to arrests from the large fight. This shows the government is being stricter about illegal migration.
A court made important decisions last week. These decisions made it easier to send Syrian people home. This is for those whose requests for protection were refused. The decisions help the government send these people back faster. This is what the government wants to do.
The big fight in Limassol had many people involved. Many arrests were made because of it. The ten Syrians who were deported were among those arrested. Their deportation sends a message. Cyprus will follow its immigration rules strictly. This is especially true when public order is threatened. Cyprus is a country in the European Union. It is facing many migrants.
The court's new decisions change how asylum cases are handled. The law now allows authorities to send people back more easily. This is for people whose claims were clearly rejected. It is important if someone has legal papers to stay.
Cyprus has spoken about its problems with many migrants. It has asked for help from Europe. Many people have left Cyprus by choice recently. Last year, about 11,500 people left voluntarily. This shows how many migrants there are.
The European Commission has noticed Cyprus's actions. They have praised the island's work. Therefore, the deportations from Limassol show a plan. This plan deals with public safety and European migration goals.