04/10/2026
Larnaca Police Chief Visits Central Synagogue, Meets with Chief Rabbi of Cyprus
Today, the Chief of Larnaca District Police, Chief Ioannis Kapnoulas visited the Central Synagogue of Larnaca, where he met with Rabbi Arie Zeev Raskin, Chief Rabbi of Cyprus.
Chief Kapnoulas, who closely oversees security arrangements for Jewish community institutions and works to ensure the safety of residents across the district, visited the synagogue to gain a firsthand understanding of the security operations and the work of the security personnel protecting the community.
During the visit, he emphasized that he and his officers are committed to doing everything necessary to ensure that all citizens of Larnaca can feel safe and secure.
Rabbi Raskin expressed his sincere appreciation to the police chief and the Cyprus Police for their continued dedication, cooperation, and commitment to the safety of the Jewish community.
The Chief Rabbi noted that, as is customary in Jewish communities around the world, rabbis and congregants in synagogues throughout Cyprus regularly offer prayers for the welfare and success of the country's President, members of Parliament, mayors, national leadership, the Cyprus Police, and all security forces.
They pray that the Almighty protect those entrusted with public service, grant them strength and wisdom, and bless their efforts as they faithfully carry out their important responsibilities.
The visit reflected the ongoing cooperation between the Jewish community in Cyprus and the local police, united by a shared commitment to public safety, mutual respect, and the well-being of all residents.
