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UK Foreign Secretary: Runway Was the Target of Attack in Akrotiri

Published March 2, 2026, 09:55
UK Foreign Secretary: Runway Was the Target of Attack in Akrotiri

British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper stated that the runway was the target of the attack on the military base in Akrotiri, Cyprus. She noted that they are unable to provide more information at this time, but that all precautionary measures are being taken around the base. The statement comes shortly after the British Ministry of Defence announced the relocation of families from the military base as a “precautionary measure”. The Foreign Secretary mentioned that she had spoken with counterparts from the Gulf region, who were shocked and terrified by the Iranian attacks. They requested support and defensive assistance, highlighting the importance of providing defensive support to areas where British citizens are located. The attack on Akrotiri is part of a wider series of attacks by Iran in the Middle East. Britain is considering its options for dealing with the situation and protecting its interests and citizens.