Suspected drone attack targets British military base in Cyprus

A suspected Iranian drone attack on the UK’s Royal Air Force base of Akrotiri in Cyprus marks the first strike since 1986. The attack comes as UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer agrees to assist the US in its operations against Iran. President Nikos Christodoulides of Cyprus confirmed the drone caused minor damage, with base authorities advising residents to shelter in place. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen expressed solidarity with member states in the face of any threat.

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