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President of Cyprus: Cyprus Not Involved in Any Military Operation

Published March 2, 2026, 09:18
President of Cyprus: Cyprus Not Involved in Any Military Operation

The President of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, assured that Cyprus is not and will not be involved in any military operation, responding to concerns following the crash of a Shahed-type unmanned aircraft within the military installations of the British Bases in Akrotiri. The drone crashed at 12:03 am, causing minor property damage. President Christodoulides emphasized that all relevant services are on alert and that the National Security Council has been convened to assess the situation and is in continuous consultation. Furthermore, President Christodoulides is in contact with European leaders and leaders of other countries regarding developments. He acknowledged that Cyprus is in an area of geopolitical instability and crises, but reiterated the country's commitment to a humanitarian role and its operation as part of the solution, not the problem. The government's priority remains the safety of the country and its citizens, the President assured. The public information was provided through a video message, highlighting the seriousness of the situation and the need for transparency. The government is closely monitoring the situation and cooperating with the British Bases to address the consequences of the incident. Cyprus seeks to maintain a responsible stance and contribute to the destabilization of the region.