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Passengers Stranded in Athens Following Flight Diversion from London to Paphos

Published March 2, 2026, 14:06
Passengers Stranded in Athens Following Flight Diversion from London to Paphos

Passengers on a flight from London to Paphos have been stranded in Athens due to increased tensions and threats in Cyprus. The aircraft suddenly changed course and landed in Athens, causing disruption to passengers who report limited information. Passengers are awaiting permission to continue their journey to Paphos. The incident is linked to the alert triggered in Cyprus when radar detected flying objects that were intercepted, resulting in the temporary closure of the Nicosia FIR. The situation remains fluid and a return to normalcy depends on the evolution of events.