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How Parties Viewed the War and the Akrotiri Strike – “Bases Out,” Says the Left, Right Blames Iran

Published March 2, 2026, 17:12
How Parties Viewed the War and the Akrotiri Strike – “Bases Out,” Says the Left, Right Blames Iran

Political reactions in Cyprus regarding the escalation of tensions in the Middle East and the strike on the Akrotiri British Base are distinct. DISY warns of Iranian strikes and calls for readiness, composure, and public information, as well as the activation of security protocols. AKEL, on the other hand, criticizes the government and calls for the withdrawal of British bases from the island, arguing that their presence creates risks. Both parties agree on the need to end hostilities and return to diplomacy, but disagree on the source of the risks and the appropriate responses.