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Motorcycle rallies mark 30 years since the killings of Isaak and Solomou

In-Cyprus · 2026-08-08

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• What happened: Motorcycle rallies are taking place across Cyprus to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the killings of Tasos Isaak and Solomos Solomou, culminating in a major memorial event in Paralimni. • Why it matters: The events aim to honor the memory of Isaak and Solomou while advocating for justice and the execution of arrest warrants related to their deaths, linking their legacy to the ongoing struggle for the return to occupied areas. • What to watch next: Following the rallies, a memorial service will be held on Sunday, 9 August, at the Church of Agios Dimitrios in Paralimni, marking the official remembrance of the two individuals.

Local Paralimni Motorcycle rallies mark 30 years since the killings of Isaak and Solomou Isaak Solomou 1024x576 Relevant News Monk faces attempted murder investigation after monastery attack in Paphos 8 August 2026 Motorcycle rallies mark 30 years since the killings of Isaak and Solomou 8 August 2026 €5.3m Pattichion Park overhaul completed after months of controversy 8 August 2026 newsroom 8 August 2026 FacebookXWhatsAppEmailPrintViber Motorcycle rallies from cities across the government-controlled areas of Cyprus will take place on Saturday as events marking 30 years since the killings of Tasos Isaak and Solomos Solomou draw to a close. The rallies will be held under the slogan “guided by memory, with freedom as our compass”. Riders will gather at the following locations: Nicosia: West Stand, GSP Stadium – 6 pm Limassol: Agios Athanasios Industrial Area car park – 6 pm Larnaca: Rizoelia roundabout, near the Avdellero exit – 6.30 pm Famagusta: Ayia Napa roundabout – 7 pm Paphos: Pafiako Stadium car park – 5 pm A major memorial event is scheduled for 8 pm at the Isaak-Solomou monument in Paralimni on Nikou Psara Street. This year’s event is being organised jointly by Paralimni-Deryneia Municipality and the Isaak-Solomou Memory Initiative and will be broadcast live on RIK2. The initiative said it aims to convey the messages received by motorcyclists during a major journey through Greece in July and, above all, to repeat its call for justice and for the execution of arrest warrants against those wanted over the killings of Isaak and Solomou. It also seeks to underline that the campaign to preserve their memory is linked to the struggle to return to the occupied areas, with Kyrenia identified as the destination of every march. Following Saturday evening’s event, the motorcyclists will spend the night at the Deryneia checkpoint before attending the 30th annual memorial service on Sunday, 9 August. The service will be held at the Church of Agios Dimitrios in Paralimni. Subscribe to our Newsletter Latest News Monk faces attempted murder investigation after monastery attack in Paphos €5.3m Pattichion Park overhaul completed after months of controversy New Colombia president pledges robust fight against crime, fiscal austerity in maiden speech Erhürman’s room for manoeuvre stops where Ankara’s interests begin US expects deal soon on Strait of Hormuz; Sunni powers unite in defense pact Cyprus plans faster disciplinary hearings for minor police offences Private polls point to tight presidential race as battle on the right stays wide open Follow en.philenews on Google News and be the first to know all the news about Cyprus and the world.

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