Emmanuel Macron visits Cyprus to offer support after drone attacks

French President Emmanuel Macron affirmed Europe’s commitment to defend Cyprus, the first European nation impacted by the Iran conflict, during a visit to Paphos. He emphasized the importance of Cyprus’s defense for the EU and its allies, following recent drone attacks on the island. Macron announced plans for a purely defensive mission to secure the Strait of Hormuz, vital for international trade and energy supplies.

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