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Cyprus on Alert Amid Middle East Conflict: Sirens Sound in Akrotiri

Published March 5, 2026, 09:14
Cyprus on Alert Amid Middle East Conflict: Sirens Sound in Akrotiri

Residents of the British Bases in Akrotiri, Cyprus, experienced an anxious night with air raid sirens and messages about a threat, which ultimately proved to be false. The government announced that no actual threat was detected. Cyprus is on increased alert due to the Israel-US war with Iran. An order has been issued to ban drone flights across the island for security reasons. The British Defense Minister is travelling to Cyprus urgently to meet with President Christodoulides. A drone that caused damage to the Akrotiri base took off from Beirut, according to a Cypriot official. The Cyprus Psychiatric Association advises moderation and safety when informing children about current developments.