The Greek-flagged vessel, chartered by Chevron and crewed by 24 sailors — 10 of them Greek nationals — sustained damage to its starboard side.

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.

Two civilians were wounded after Iranian drones crossed into Azerbaijan's Nakhchivan exclave, hitting an airport terminal and landing near a school, triggering a formal diplomatic protest from Baku.

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

The frigate HS Kimon is being dispatched immediately to Cyprus, along with a second frigate equipped with the “Centaur” system. The naval reinforcement will be accompanied by two F-16 fighter aircraft.

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

Three Greek-managed tankers were struck by drones near a major Black Sea oil terminal, escalating maritime security concerns.