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"The embrace that embarrassed Starmer" - British media on Macron's visit to Cyprus

Published March 10, 2026, 09:22
"The embrace that embarrassed Starmer" - British media on Macron's visit to Cyprus

British media, specifically the Daily Mail, criticized the lack of British military presence in Cyprus, in contrast to the strengthening of the French presence in the region. The criticism concerns Emmanuel Macron's visit to Cyprus and his warm embrace with Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides, while the British destroyer HMS Dragon remains in port. The Daily Mail highlights that France is also sending warships to the Red Sea, while Keir Starmer, the leader of the opposition, is visiting community centers in London. France has stated that an attack on Cyprus would be considered an attack on all of Europe, while experts warn of a possible increase in gasoline prices due to rising tensions in the region.