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Road Closures Around THOK – Security Measures in Place

Published January 7, 2026, 14:02
Road Closures Around THOK – Security Measures in Place

The Police announced extensive traffic arrangements and parking bans around the Theatre Organization of Cyprus (THOK) due to the Opening Ceremony of the Cypriot Presidency of the Council of the European Union, which will take place on January 7, 2026. Parking is prohibited on several streets in the area, including Demostheni Severi Street, Gr. Auxentiou Street, Michail Karaoli Street and others, as well as in the underground parking areas of the old GSP stadium. From 2:30 PM, all roads around THOK will be completely closed, with fully controlled access. Police urge drivers to comply with the arrangements and the instructions of police officers. In addition, a decree from the Minister of Transport has been issued strictly prohibiting the use of unmanned aerial vehicles (drones) in the wider area of THOK and the Conference Center throughout the Presidency. This ban aims to ensure the safety of the event and the area.