Residents in the Akrotiri area were urged to stay indoors after authorities issued an emergency warning about an ongoing security threat and activated warning sirens.

After Greece, Italy, Spain, France and the Netherlands are deploying naval assets to guard the skies over Cyprus after Iranian-made drones struck a British military base on the island, with London facing criticism for a slow response.

An investigation into Cyprus’ civil shelters shows overcrowding, poor maintenance, and misused spaces, raising concerns about public safety during emergencies. Authorities plan incentives to expand and improve shelter infrastructure

Amid regional tensions and drone interceptions, Cyprus sends its first emergency alert to citizens’ phones. Technical glitches left some without notifications, while authorities urge calm and adherence to official safety instructions.

Britain’s Defense Ministry said the drone that struck a Royal Air Force base in Akrotiri caused limited damage and was not launched from Iran. Cyprus’ president stressed the country is not involved in any military operations amid regional tensions.

The most modern and lethal warship in the Hellenic Navy is named for the ancient Athenian general who expanded the celebrated Greek city-state's maritime dominance in the eastern Mediterranean against the Persian empire

Authorities clarified that Cyprus’ airspace remained open after a suspected drone from Lebanon prompted temporary holding patterns for two flights. One flight returned to Athens, while another landed safely, and normal operations have resumed

The combined presence of the frigates and fighter jets marks what observers call a new phase in Cyprus’ defensive posture.

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Officials recommend an emergency “go-bag” should include basic necessities such as food, water, first-aid supplies and essential personal documents.

Greek Defense Minister Nikos Dendias pledged full support after Greece sent warships and F-16s to Cyprus.

Following drone attacks on British bases, Cyprus will receive French anti-air and anti-drone systems, with a second frigate expected soon, while Germany is also considering support

Cyprus’ Minister of Defence is meeting with Greece’s Minister of National Defence and the Chief of the Hellenic National Defence General Staff, in what officials describe as a crucial coordination session under rapidly shifting geopolitical conditions.

Authorities warn existing shelters can protect only about 45% of the population, as new measures aim to expand capacity and improve emergency readiness

Shortly after 12:30 p.m., an alert was issued at Paphos Airport following the detection of a drone in the airspace. Passengers and staff were instructed to evacuate immediately.

The Cypriot President said the country will continue to serve its humanitarian role, positioning itself “as part of the solution, not the problem,” and acting responsibly with the safety of its citizens as its top priority.

Suspected unmanned drone caused limited damage at RAF Akrotiri, prompting shelter-in-place orders as authorities confirmed no casualties

The UK Defense Chief warned that the episode demonstrated “how indiscriminate” Iran’s retaliatory actions have become.

The official letter by Ankara points to alleged violations against its unilaterally declared Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) in the eastern Mediterranean, one of the more prominent exercises in 'Turkography' since 2019

Whether the trilateral strategic military-economic partnership can affect geopolitical balances in the Mediterranean remains unclear