Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides has announced the opening of discussions with the United Kingdom regarding the future of British military bases on the island, amid heightened tensions in the Middle East.
This initiative follows a drone attack in early March against RAF Akrotiri airbase, which revived concerns about Cyprus's indirect involvement in the Iran-related conflict.
Cypriot authorities accuse London of a lack of transparency, claiming they were not sufficiently informed about the potential use of these facilities for offensive military purposes.
They also denounce the lack of early warning for residents living near the base, who were exposed to direct risk during the attack.
For years, the presence of these British sovereign bases has caused political and legal unease in Cyprus, due to their strategic role in military operations in the Middle East.
These facilities are among the UK's most important overseas bases and are regularly used for missions in the region.
Faced with rising tensions, Nicosia now wants to clarify the conditions of use of these bases and limit the risks to its population.
These discussions could mark a turning point in the management of the British military presence on the island, at a time when regional geopolitical balances are rapidly evolving.
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