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Greece Sends Frigates and F-16s to Cyprus Amid Tensions

3/2/2026

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Greece has deployed naval frigates and F-16s to Cyprus amid Eastern Mediterranean tensions.
Greek National Defence Minister Nikos Dendias announced the dispatch of Kimon and another frigate with Kentauros anti-drone system after air strikes and a drone alert evacuated Paphos International Airport.
Kyriakos Mitsotakis, the Prime Minister, is in contact with Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides, according to Dendias.
The situation remains serious as military operations continue to address security concerns.

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Greece has deployed naval frigates and F-16s to Cyprus amid Eastern Mediterranean tensions.
Greek National Defence Minister Nikos Dendias announced the dispatch of Kimon and another frigate with Kentauros anti-drone system after air strikes and a drone alert evacuated Paphos International Airport.
Kyriakos Mitsotakis, the Prime Minister, is in contact with Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides, according to Dendias.
The situation remains serious as military operations continue to address security concerns.