Residents of Kourion municipality in Cyprus protested against the installation of new antennas at the British bases in Akrotiri, highlighting local and broader concerns.

Cyprus and the United Kingdom have agreed to upgrade their strategic dialogue, strengthen cooperation on developments in the Middle East, and advance discussions on issues concerning British bases. This agreement follows recent talks in London.

Environmental organizations BirdLife Cyprus and Terra Cypria have renewed their concerns regarding Lady's Mile beach, urging the British bases administration to clarify compliance with legal and environmental standards.

British military forces at the Akrotiri air force base in Cyprus activated a security breach protocol, which was later confirmed to be a test and not an actual security incident.

British Forces Cyprus announced that a Chinook helicopter will be on standby at British bases throughout the summer firefighting season, highlighting its suitability for aerial firefighting operations.

Police in the British bases in Cyprus have urged motorists and beachgoers to exercise caution ahead of the upcoming long weekend and public holiday. They warned of increased traffic and larger crowds, which could lead to a rise in road incidents and other issues.

Authorities have lifted the blanket ban on personal drones at British bases in Cyprus, though restrictions remain in place near the Ercan (Tymbou) airport in the north.

An American tanker plane, reportedly 'riddled with patches' from Iranian strikes, landed at the British base of Mildenhall, symbolizing the damage inflicted by Tehran on US power, which some suggest is more extensive than the Pentagon admits.

The British bases police force in Cyprus has celebrated a milestone with a passing out parade at Episkopi, marking the completion of probation for 16 officers and the formal joining of eight new recruits.

Police said that the British Bases have announced that a small controlled explosion is expected to take place in the Akrotiri Sovereign Base Area between 10:30 am and 11:00 am today.

Cyprus is calling for an open discussion on the future of British military bases on the island, citing increased tensions due to the war with Iran and a drone incident in early March that reignited old debates.

Cyprus is working to mitigate the negative impact on its tourism sector following a Shahed drone strike on the British Bases at Akrotiri on March 1, which caused minor damage but significant wider repercussions as the summer season approaches.

British forces have deployed Stormer air defense vehicles, equipped with Starstreak surface-to-air missile systems, to their bases in Cyprus to enhance the reinforcement of the island’s airspace, as confirmed by the UK defense ministry.

An Iranian missile attack on a US-British base in the Indian Ocean has prompted questions about the maturity of Iran's long-range missile program and whether such weapons could reach European cities like Vienna, Paris, and London.

Iran launched two missiles towards a British military base in Diego Garcia, an act interpreted by diplomatic sources as a warning to Europe against involvement in the ongoing war, with experts suggesting a potential for nuclear weapons in the future.

Former Greek finance minister Yanis Varoufakis stated that Greece deployed frigates and fighter jets to Cyprus solely to protect British military bases on the island, rather than to safeguard the Cypriot population.

The Cypriot President called for discussions with Britain on the status of the bases after the end of the war in the region The post Christodoulides raised the issue of the British Bases at the…

The Cypriot president has called for an 'honest and open' discussion about the future of British military bases on the island, which he considers a 'colonial legacy' amidst rising regional tensions.

British Minister for Europe Stephen Doughty is travelling to Cyprus on Wednesday for meetings with senior government officials, his visit coming weeks after an Iranian-made drone struck RAF Akrotiri. Doughty’s programme includes a visit to the British base at Akrotiri before he travels to Nicosia, where he is scheduled to meet Foreign Minister Konstantinos Kombos, […]

Al Carns, the UK's parliamentary undersecretary of state for the armed forces, stated that the future of the United Kingdom’s sovereign bases in Cyprus is "not in question," reaffirming their continued presence.

The European Lawyers for Democracy and Human Rights (ELDHR) and the Cyprus Democratic Lawyers Association (CDLA) issued a joint statement condemning the continued existence of British bases in Akrotiri and Dhekelia, labeling them a 'colonial legacy.'

Schools near RAF Akrotiri to reopen on Monday after closure linked to the drone strike on the British base, Cyprus’s Ministry of Education said.

Officials from the British Sovereign Bases have assured the Mayor of Ayia Napa and local deputy mayors that there is no reason for concern over Cyprus’s security in light of the US-led war against…

A British warship is on its way to Cyprus. More than a week ago, a British Royal Air Force base was hit by an Iranian-made drone.

Former Cypriot President Nicos Anastasiades stated that Britain never favored Cyprus and that discussions about the future of British bases are premature, suggesting any reassessment should occur only after a Cyprus problem settlement.

After the drone strike on the British base in Akrotiri it was inevitable that the public debate about the presence of the sovereign bases would commence. This debate has become something of a tradition every few years, when something happens to bring attention to the existence of the British bases. Strong words are said by […]

The Cypriot government had “consistently” warned that the United Kingdom’s bases on the island could be a target in the event of a conflict in the region, Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos said on Sunday. “We’ve consistently communicated that the bases could be a target if things move in a specific direction regionally,” he told British […]

The Turkish Ministry of Defense announced that the deployment of F-16 fighter jets to the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus is being considered, following drone incidents near British bases in the south...

Hundreds of activists gathered in the centre of Nicosia on March 7 to peacefully protest the presence of the British bases in Akrotiri and Dhekelia amid the ongoing war against Iran. Full story here.

Cypriot security authorities had advance intelligence that a serious incident was imminent on Cypriot soil several days before the drone attack on the British Bases in the early hours of 2 March,…

Commissioner of the presidency, Marios Hartsiotis, visited residents of Akrotiri staying in three Limassol hotels on Friday morning, assuring them that the state is supporting their safety, health and well-being amid ongoing security concerns. Hartsiotis was accompanied by Kourion mayor Pantelis Georgiou, Akrotiri deputy mayor George Konstantinou and the civil commander of the British bases, […]

Emergency sirens were tested near the British base in Akrotiri, Cyprus, on Friday morning, with authorities providing instructions for public safety during serious danger.

Justice Secretary David Lammy has condemned the leak of details from a top-secret UK national security council meeting concerning US attacks on Iran and cabinet divisions over the use of British bases, calling for an inquiry.

Sirens sounded three times yesterday at the Akrotiri British bases, causing widespread anxiety among local residents and raising questions about the immediacy of the aerial threat. Government spokesperson Konstantinos Letymbiotis said that in all three instances, no active threat was identified and the alarms were subsequently lifted. Specialist sources told philenews that the bases enter […]

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides expressed frustration over remarks by British Defence Minister John Healey regarding the role of British bases in the crisis, stating that attacks in Cyprus were exclusively aimed at these bases.

An opinion piece questions the morality of British Bases and the West, arguing that despite leaders using language of security and human rights, current actions in the Middle East, Eastern Mediterranean, and Iran show the exact opposite.

Italy, France, Spain and the Netherlands will send naval assets to Cyprus after an Iranian-made drone struck a British base there, Italy's defence minister said Thursday.

The Larnaca-Ayia Napa highway will be closed for two hours on Thursday evening for the reconstruction of a fatal accident that happened on February 13, the Dhekelia British bases police announced. The highway will close at 9pm and reopen at 11pm, in the direction of Ayia Napa, between exits 63 for the local stadium and […]

British Bases Police will close a section of the Larnaca–Agia Napa highway on March 5, 2026, for two hours to reconstruct a collision.

Keir Starmer is defending the use of British bases for US attacks on Iran in parliament, asserting it demonstrates the special relationship between London and Washington.

Cyprus is strengthening its defense capabilities with support from France, Germany, and Britain, in addition to Greece, marking one of its largest operational movements in recent years.

The Akrotiri municipal district will remain under evacuation until Friday noon, when the situation will be reassessed, the mayor of Kourion said on Tuesday following a briefing at the British Bases…

British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer on Tuesday evening announced that he will deploy HMS Dragon, a Type 45 destroyer warship, to Cyprus, after a British base on the island had been hit by an…

Defence sources say deployment of HMS Duncan to better protect base on Mediterranean island is under discussion UK politics live – latest updates Middle East crisis – live updates John Healey, the defence secretary, is considering sending a Royal Navy destroyer to Cyprus to help defend British bases there after several apparently hostile drones targeted RAF Akrotiri on the island. Defence sources said a deployment of HMS Duncan, currently in Portsmouth, was under discussion as a way to bet...

The United Kingdom has confirmed there is no indication that the Cypriot public is being targeted, and that British travel advice for Cyprus remains unchanged, as Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer…

Cyprus has been left exposed by Britain’s use of its sovereign bases on the island in operations linked to the conflict with Iran, with Nicosia angered by London’s failure to keep it informed and…

Cyprus must demand answers from Britain over the drone strike on RAF Akrotiri and insist that the presence of the British Bases cannot be allowed to endanger Cypriot citizens, an international…

President Nikos Christodoulides held a telephone conversation with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun following the drone attack on the British bases in Akrotiri, reportedly fired by Hezbollah in Lebanon, sources said on Monday. The same sources told the Cyprus News Agency that so far there was no information regarding a threat against the infrastructure of the […]

A drone strike at a British base in Cyprus has highlighted the UK’s precarious in US attacks on Iran.

Cyprus is preparing emergency shelters and issuing instructions to citizens following drone attacks on Akrotiri, as tensions escalate in the Middle East. Concerns rise about Cyprus becoming a target due to its British bases.

The archaeological sites of Curium and Apollo Hylates, Kolossi Castle and the Archaeological Curium Museum will remain closed to the public until further notice, the department of antiquities announced on Monday. This follows uncertainty after two drones heading towards the Akrotiri British base were intercepted at lunchtime on Monday. Around 12 hours earlier, a drone […]

Greece decided to send two frigates, two F-16 planes, and a drone defense system to Cyprus, after a British base on the island was attacked.

Prime Minister Keir Starmer risks being dragged deeper into the conflict, after allowing the U.S. military to use British bases for “defensive” purposes.

The Cypriot government publicly expressed strong dissatisfaction with the United Kingdom regarding the lack of 'clear and timely assurances' that British bases on the island would be used solely for humanitarian purposes.

An unmanned drone struck RAF Akrotiri in Cyprus shortly after midnight, causing limited damage. The UK and Cyprus confirmed the incident, and Cyprus's National Security Council convened to monitor the situation.

British Bases police have made 27 arrests during a weekly summer safety crackdown. This initiative aims to enhance security and address various offenses within the Sovereign Base Areas.

A British Bases' senior judge has rejected a request from a 30-year-old Bulgarian father to attend the funeral of his two children, aged 8 and 10, who were found dead in their stepmother's car in Xylofagou, Cyprus.

The British bases' police have inaugurated a new marine police satellite station at Episkopi Bay, aiming to enhance coastal patrols and improve emergency response times in the area.

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has approved the continued use of U.K. bases for what are described as defensive U.S. strikes on Iran, maintaining the policy of the previous government.

The Sovereign Base Areas (SBA) Administration in Cyprus has introduced four specialized patrol vehicles and new operational equipment for its civil enforcement wardens in Dhekelia and Akrotiri. This initiative aims to strengthen law enforcement and improve environmental protection within the British Bases.

The father of two young boys found dead inside a car in the Dhekelia British bases area is scheduled to appear before a court on Thursday, while his partner was released unconditionally earlier on Wednesday.

Cyprus remains shocked by the death of two minor boys, 8 and 10 years old, who were found dead inside a car. They will be brought before the Court of the British Bases of Dekelia...

British bases in Cyprus defended their environmental management of Lady’s Mile beach in Limassol, rejecting criticism from Terra Cypria. They insisted on strict enforcement of legislation and prioritizing the protection of sea turtle nesting sites.

Cyprus is seeking assurances that British military bases located on the island will not be used for military operations in the Middle East, including against Iran, even after a potential change in government in London.

The British Bases' civil administration has provided financial assistance to the Ayia Napa municipality for the municipal districts of Avgorou, Liopetri, and Achna, which include parts within the Dhekelia Sovereign Base Areas.

British Bases police have launched an investigation after a dead body was found in an open area near a fish farm in Liopetri, Cyprus, with a burning vehicle also being investigated in the vicinity.

The status of the United Kingdom’s two sovereign bases in Cyprus is “not up for negotiation”, British undersecretary of state for the armed forces Al Carns said on Sunday.

Three people were injured in a clash between teenagers and foreigners in the Trachoni area of the British bases in Cyprus, leading to two arrests as police investigate the suspected racist attack.

Discussions between Cyprus and the United Kingdom regarding the future of British sovereign base areas are expected to commence once regional tensions subside.

The arrival of four Greek F-16s and frigates at the British Bases in Cyprus is seen as a 'game changer,' shifting the political landscape after a drone incident on March 1st.

The British Sovereign Base Areas Administration has confirmed full alignment with the Republic of Cyprus's measures to contain the foot-and-mouth disease outbreak in the Larnaca District, with no positive cases recorded within the bases as vaccination begins near Akrotiri.

Following drone attacks on British military bases on the island, Cyprus is considering reviewing their status and has proposed a joint technical committee with the United Kingdom to discuss the long-term removal of these bases, awaiting London's response.

The Cypriot President plans to raise the issue of British bases with the UK government following the conclusion of the war in Iran, a move expected to boost his approval ratings.

The United Kingdom has granted the United States permission to use British bases to target Iranian military facilities involved in attacks in the Strait of Hormuz.

The European Council late on Thursday night announced that it “stands ready to assist” the Cypriot government in discussions regarding the future of the United Kingdom’s two sovereign bases on the…

The British Bases Administration has issued an urgent security alert to residents of Akrotiri, Cyprus, instructing them to remain indoors and away from windows until further notice.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has voiced a 'very bad feeling' regarding the impact of disunity among Western leaders, while also proposing enhanced air defense for British bases in Cyprus.

The Greek Communist Party (KKE) has criticized Prime Minister Mitsotakis, stating that the Greek people are paying a heavy price for the country's involvement in the war, specifically mentioning the protection of NATO British bases in Cyprus and increased EU involvement.

The concentration of NATO forces near Cyprus is contributing to tensions in an already volatile region rather than easing them, Russia’s Ambassador to Cyprus Murat Zyazikov said on Wednesday. His comments came as European warships converged on the Eastern Mediterranean following the drone strike on the British base at Akrotiri on 2 March. France redirected […]

The Italian Navy missile frigate Federico Martinengo has arrived in Cyprus’s maritime area, Italian authorities announced.

Cyprus itself was not the target of recent threats in the region, defence minister Vasilis Palmas said on Tuesday, clarifying that warnings instead related solely to the British bases. Speaking to Greek broadcaster ERT, Palmas asserted that the republic had not been directly threatened despite rising tensions linked to the regional conflict. “It was not […]

Akel leader Stefanos Stefanou demanded the abolition of British military bases in Cyprus, stating that the party has emphasized this for decades and that global peoples are paying a heavy price for power interests.

The legal status of the British Sovereign Base Areas (SBAs) in Cyprus has returned to the forefront of national policy following London’s handling of the drone strike at Akrotiri on March 1, 2026. Nicosia is reportedly reconsidering the sovereign status of these areas after the British government failed to provide advance warning of its military […]

Italy is deploying a frigate of its Navy to protect Cyprus, a few days after an unmanned drone hit a British base on the island, the Italian... stated today.

Cypriot Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos stated in a BBC interview that the removal of British bases on the island needs to be discussed, acknowledging their current reality and role in addressing challenges.

The massive American strategic bomber B-1 Lancer, capable of carrying up to 24 cruise missiles, landed in the United Kingdom on Friday. This significant

A team of 'top experts' from the United Kingdom arrived in Cyprus to coordinate the air defenses of the British bases on the island, as announced by British Defence Secretary John Healey.

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides stated that 'nothing has been ruled out' regarding the future of the United Kingdom's military bases on the island.

Chants of “British bases out” have echoed through Limassol in recent days as a drone strike on RAF Akrotiri fuels a growing movement to remove the UK military presence from the island.

Cyprus is not Iran’s primary target but remains exposed because of the British bases on its soil, and the consequences of the current war will be severe, retired General Elias Leontaris, former Chief…

Parliament approved a resolution on Thursday condemning the Iranian drone attack on the British Bases in Cyprus and underlining the need to ensure stability in the region. The resolution submitted by DISY, DIKO and DIPA was approved with 28 votes in favour, 16 against and 4 abstentions, whilst AKEL’s alternative resolution was rejected. DISY, DIKO, […]

A few days after Iranian drones started attacking the British Bases in Cyprus, we asked a selection of people in Nicosia if they felt threatened or in danger, and who they blamed for the war.

Reports indicate that several UK cabinet ministers have voiced strong opposition to the United States utilizing British airbases for potential military operations against Iran's missile capabilities.

The safety of Cyprus’s residents has become a topic of public discussion following the outbreak of the war in the Middle East and the drone attack on the Akrotiri British Base.

An anti-war demonstration is planned in Nicosia on Thursday to protest the recent US and Israeli drone strikes on Iran and military activity around Cyprus’ British bases, the Cyprus Peace Council announced on Wednesday. It will take place at 5.30pm in front of the Presidential Palace On Tuesday, an anti-war demonstration also took place in […]

The Cypriot government suspects the Iran-backed group Hezbollah in Lebanon targeted the UK's RAF Akrotiri base in Cyprus.

Asim Akansoy, deputy leader of a Turkish Cypriot opposition party, stated that the UK's continued possession of two sovereign base areas in Cyprus is a "great mistake of history," following an incident at the British Akrotiri air force base.

US B-2 Bombers Belatedly Authorized To Use British Bases To Hit Deep Inside Iran In the modern era Britain has always been America's junior partner when it comes to launching Middle…

The British bases in Cyprus are, once again, dragging this island into regional conflicts that have nothing to do with us.

Greek Defence Minister Nikos Dendias arrived in Cyprus on Tuesday to meet President Nikos Christodoulides and his Cypriot counterpart Vasilis Palmas, following a drone strike on the British Bases at…

France is deploying anti-missile and anti-drone defense systems along with two frigates to Cyprus, in direct response to an Iranian drone strike on the British Akrotiri base on the island.

Under pressure from Donald Trump, the British prime minister has authorized the United States to use British bases for 'defensive' strikes.

The British bases have announced an enhanced presence of police officers in Akrotiri on Monday night.

Green Party leader Zack Polanski has criticised Sir Keir Starmer's decision to allow US forces to operate from British bases against Iran.

The Cypriot government expressed strong dissatisfaction with the United Kingdom for the absence of clear and timely assurance that British bases in Cyprus would not be used for purposes beyond humanitarian aid.

What is likely to happen now that the US has been given permission to use British bases for a ‘specific and limited defensive purpose’ US-Israel war on Iran – live updates What we know so far on…

The Cypriot government is preparing to launch a formal diplomatic protest against the British government following the drone strike on the Akrotiri Sovereign Base, citing a significant failure in…

The unexpected attack on the British air base in Akrotiri, Cyprus, was carried out with the Shahed-136, the most well-known model of drones developed by Iran and made famous due to...

A drone hit a British air base in Akrotiri, Cyprus, overnight, causing limited damage but no casualties, the island's president and the British ministry announced on Monday…

President Nikos Christodoulides declared on Monday that the Republic of Cyprus will not be part of any military operation, following a drone strike on the British Bases at Akrotiri.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer additionally said that his country has accepted a US request to use British bases for defensive strikes against Iranian missiles in storage depots or launchers.

This cluster covers the international response to the Iran conflict, specifically the UK's offer of bases for defensive strikes and Australia's decision to rule out military involvement.

U.K.'s Starmer Okays U.S. Use of British Bases to Launch Attacks on Iran  Haaretz

A “security threat” was declared at the British bases in Cyprus shortly before midnight on Sunday.

A father facing charges was reportedly denied permission by British bases in Cyprus to attend the funeral of his children, who were found dead in a vehicle in Xylofagou, highlighting issues with judicial proceedings.

Residents of Akrotiri are protesting against the planned expansion of antennas at the British Bases, marching to voice their opposition to the project.

The UK has declared itself 'ready to defend itself' following Iran's statement that British bases are considered 'legitimate targets,' escalating tensions between the two nations.

The mayor of Kourion accused the British bases' administration of lying to his municipality regarding the placement of communications antennae in the Akrotiri base area in Cyprus.

British bases police have stated that more examinations are required to formally determine the cause of death for two young boys who died after being left in a vehicle, following the completion of post-mortem examinations.

The British Bases in Cyprus have donated 14 mosquito trapping units to communities near the Akrotiri wetlands to help reduce mosquito nuisance and the risk of disease.

Residents of Akrotiri are preparing legal action against plans by the British Bases to install 32 additional antennas, with local authorities considering taking the case to the European Court of Human Rights.

Police in the British base area of Cyprus confirmed that a 77-year-old man found dead in a burnt vehicle near Liopetri earlier this month died from a gunshot wound. The victim was identified through DNA as Antonis Spetsiotis from Xylofagou.

Turkish forces moved tanks into the Pyla buffer zone in Cyprus, prompting a deployment by British Bases forces and calls for calm from UNFICYP. Reports on the situation's current status are mixed, with some indicating calm while others detail the initial incursion.

The British guided-missile destroyer HMS Dragon broke down shortly after its rushed deployment to Cyprus, where it was meant to bolster air defenses following a drone strike on RAF Akrotiri. The Type 45 destroyer remains moored with no clear timeline for resuming its mission.

Three individuals were injured and two arrested following a youth brawl in the Trachoni area near the British Bases in Cyprus early Thursday morning. British Bases Police have launched a full investigation into the incident.

Cyprus is calling for an open discussion on the future of British military bases on the island, citing increased tensions due to the war with Iran and a drone incident in early March. A strategic reassessment highlights the island's role as an 'unsinkable aircraft carrier' but also its growing vulnerability.

The United Kingdom has informed the Cypriot government of its plan to install 32 new antennas at RAF Akrotiri, covering a range of up to 340 square kilometres, as Cyprus prepares for upcoming talks regarding the military bases.

An alleged Iranian missile attack on the British base in Diego Garcia has prompted concerns about Europe's air defense capabilities and calls for joint efforts to address existing gaps.

The Cypriot government has initiated a process to seek legal advice regarding the treaty that established the United Kingdom's two sovereign bases on the island, as confirmed by the deputy government spokesman.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has assured Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides that British bases on the island will not be used for offensive military operations.

Britain’s Minister of State for Europe and North America, Stephen Doughty, has visited RAF Akrotiri to reassure British personnel, their families and local Cypriot communities following a drone…

It comes after RAF Akrotiri was hit by an unmanned drone strike at the start of the Iran war, raising concerns that the bases could be a threat to the island’s security

Cyprus proved that European strategic autonomy is real, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Wednesday, arguing that the allied military response to the recent drone strike on the British bases at…

The European Lawyers for Democracy and Human Rights and the Cyprus Democratic Lawyers Association have called for an end to British claims over the military bases at Akrotiri and Dhekelia, describing…

The nursery school, primary school, and environmental education center in Akrotiri village will reopen on Monday, after being closed since the adjacent British base was hit by Iranian reprisal attacks.

Allies have rushed to defend the Mediterranean nation, where the drone hit a British base. Some Cypriots wonder why the bases are still there.

Booking cancellations are hitting Cyprus’s tourism sector following the drone strike on the British base at Akrotiri, with reservations being pulled for both the spring and summer seasons — prompting the President to call an emergency meeting with ministers and industry leaders yesterday. The island’s association with the Middle East conflict — compounded by the […]

Cyprus has become a strategic center on the eastern flank of the Mediterranean, serving as a European outpost, espionage hub, and a new energy front, highlighted by a drone threat to a British base.

Cyprus has expressed frustration over the prolonged delay in the arrival of the British destroyer HMS Dragon, which is undergoing repairs in Portsmouth. Nicosia criticized London's slow response capability, especially after a British base on Cypriot territory was attacked.

A kamikaze drone that struck the British Akrotiri base in Cyprus last Sunday was equipped with Russian military hardware, according to the Sunday Times.

“British Bases Out” is the slogan of Cypriot protesters after a drone strike targeted the RAF Akrotiri airbase.

Italy is deploying a navy frigate to protect Cyprus, days after an unmanned aerial vehicle struck a British base on the island, Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni announced, emphasizing the need to ensure security.

The British Bases authorities have decided to extend the mandatory evacuation for British families living in Akrotiri until Friday as part of security measures in force due to the US-led war against…

Foreign minister wants ‘conversation’ about closing UK military sites following British government not warning of impending attack on RAF Akrotiri Middle East crisis – live updates Cyprus’s…

An anti-war demonstration will take place on Saturday outside the presidential palace, organisers said on Friday, urging the public to protest Cyprus’ involvement in the ongoing regional conflict. The organisers criticised the use of the British bases by western forces, saying it has turned both the bases and surrounding areas, as well as critical national […]

Sirens sounded three times at British bases in Akrotiri, Cyprus, due to drone alerts, but no threats were found after fighter jets scrambled and protocols were followed.

Employees of the British base’s civil administration branch of Pasydy have formally requested the immediate introduction of teleworking for personnel working within the British base areas, citing growing security concerns. In a letter addressed to the British deputy command secretary Stephen Dougan on Thursday, the union branch asked that staff whose duties can be carried […]

A union representing staff at the British Bases in Cyprus has formally requested the Sovereign Base Areas Administration to implement remote working arrangements for personnel whose duties can be performed off-site, citing escalating security threats.

The British Defence Secretary, John Healey, arrived in Cyprus on Wednesday night to address tensions following the appearance of a drone at the British base in Akrotiri. British officials suspect the drone was launched from Beirut.

With Greek and French forces already on and around the island amid the expanding Middle East hostilities, the least Cyprus would expect from the British was to already be present, Cyprus’ high…

Everything was running smoothly at the British bases in Dhekelia on Wednesday, with no incidents to cause public concern.

Several locations near the British base attacked by an Iranian drone have been evacuated, and people are expressing fear over the escalating conflict

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has allowed the US to use British bases for so-called “defensive strikes” targeting Iran.

An anti-war protest took place in Limassol on Tuesday, demanding the removal of British Bases from Cyprus and condemning the US-led war against Iran, which has led to retaliatory drone strikes…

Italy has summoned the Iranian ambassador to protest a drone attack on a British base in Cyprus, following similar actions by other European nations amidst escalating tensions in the Middle East.

Nicosia refused to rule out renegotiating use of RAF Akrotiri following anger over the incident

British Bases at Akrotiri sent a message warning of a threat and ordering people to leave the area and remain indoors, before confirming minutes later that it was a false alarm, state television reported. The alert was issued shortly before 8:15 am and instructed residents to move away from the area and stay at home […]

Hezbollah has reportedly launched drones from Lebanon targeting a British base in Cyprus, marking the first such attack on an EU country since the war began.

Editorial: Keir Starmer’s manoeuvring regarding the American use of British bases should not be denigrated as flip-flopping, but rather praised as a sensible attempt to steer his way through one of…

Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey discuss Keir Starmer’s announcement that British bases in the UK and in the Chagos Islands would be used by the US in their strikes in Iran. Their use is for ‘limited defensive purposes’ but is that enough to stop Britain being dragged further into war? What is the extent of the UK’s involvement in the Middle East war? Continue reading...

The Iranian attack on our base in Cyprus is not retaliation for our stance, the British prime minister stressed The post Keir Starmer: British bases in Cyprus are not used by American bombers…

Keir Starmer, the UK Labour leader, stated that British bases in Cyprus are not being used by the US military for strikes against Iran, responding to threats from Iran's Revolutionary Guards.

The British bases in Cyprus have assessed the current drone threat to eastern Cyprus as low and said there are no plans to evacuate all bases on the island, according to a message from the military…

The Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the EU has officially postponed the informal meeting of European General Affairs Ministers (GAC) scheduled to take place in Nicosia on Monday and Tuesday.

Two unmanned aerial vehicles moving towards British Bases in Akrotiri, Cyprus, were intercepted. Greece is sending two frigates and F-16 jets in response.

Authorities at the British Sovereign Base Areas (SBA) in Cyprus have issued an urgent “shelter in place” directive to all personnel and residents on the installations, on Monday noon.

The U.K. has authorized American use of its bases for Iran missile operations, while the Royal Air Force intercepts Iranian drones threatening Qatar and Cyprus.