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UK Sends Frigate and Helicopters After Drone Incident in Cyprus

Published March 3, 2026, 17:02
UK Sends Frigate and Helicopters After Drone Incident in Cyprus

The United Kingdom is responding to the situation in Cyprus following the discovery of a Russian antenna in a drone that crashed, sending a frigate and helicopters with counter-drone capabilities. British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak spoke with President Christodoulides, informing him of the deployment of military forces. The HMS Dragon frigate is expected to arrive in the area, and this move demonstrates the United Kingdom's commitment to the security of Cyprus and British military personnel stationed there.