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Allied Base in Paphos: Potential for Hosting NATO, EU, and Israel

Published February 15, 2026, 09:13
Allied Base in Paphos: Potential for Hosting NATO, EU, and Israel

The 'Andreas Papandreou' airbase in Cyprus is being upgraded and will take on an allied character, with the potential to host forces from NATO, the EU, and Israel, especially during times of crisis. The Republic of Cyprus has already signed an agreement with the US for the upgrade, which is estimated to cost around 30 million euros. Turkey has expressed dissatisfaction with this development, as it believes Cyprus is offering alternatives to the US and its allies. Britain also does not seem enthusiastic, but cooperation with the US makes a reaction difficult. The base upgrade is part of the allied collective security framework.