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Four F-16 fighter jets of the Hellenic Air Force arrived in Cyprus as part of strengthening preventive measures and close cooperation between the Republic of Cyprus and Greece, following the attack with two drones on the British base in Akrotiri.
Cypriot government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis announced in a tweet that the planes landed on the island following an immediate response from the Greek government. He stressed that the deployment is part of increased preparedness and coordination between the two countries.
Four F-16 Vipers will be based at Paphos airport and are accompanied by a C-130 transport aircraft for logistical support.
— Λετυμπιώτης Κων/νος (@letymbiotis) March 2, 2026
Greek authorities have also announced that the frigates "Kimon" and "Psara" will be sent to Cyprus. The latter will be equipped with the "Kentavros" system, according to the decision of the Governmental Council for Foreign Policy and Defense (KYSEA), as announced by Defense Minister Nikos Dendias.
The Greek minister added that for better coordination of actions between Athens and Nicosia, he and the Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces, General Dimitrios Choupis, will travel to Cyprus.
The deployment of Greek air and naval assets comes at a time of high tension in the region, while authorities in Cyprus have increased their level of alert following recent incidents related to the escalation of the conflict in the Middle East.
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