Cyprus has a new law about refugees. The parliament voted for this change. Now, refugees who commit crimes may lose their special status. This is a big change in how Cyprus handles migration. The government wants to follow new rules from the European Union. They also want to make things clearer for refugees.

Before, some refugees could commit crimes and still stay safe. This new law stops that. It makes sure that criminal actions have consequences. The government says this is a modern step. It closes a gap that existed before. The new Ministry of Migration will manage these cases. This makes the process more organized.

The vote was close. Some lawmakers were worried. They thought the law might be unfair. They also worried about refugee rights. However, the government said there are protections. Losing refugee status is not automatic. Each case will be carefully checked. People will have time to explain themselves.

The law does not list specific crimes. Officials will decide based on each situation. They will look at how serious the crime is. This means many different actions could be considered. The government will have power to interpret the law.

If a refugee loses their status, they must leave Cyprus. However, they can still go to court. A judge will make a final decision. This protects people from being sent away quickly. The law shows Cyprus is dealing with many people arriving. It links staying in Cyprus to following the law. How the law is used will be important. People will watch to see if it is fair.