05.03.2026 22:12
The UK announced that the drone targeting the British base in the Republic of Cyprus was not launched from Iran. In the statement, it was said, "Our Ministry has confirmed that the Shahed-type drone targeting RAF Akrotiri on the night of March 2 was not launched from Iran."
As the conflicts that began with the attacks of the USA and Israel on Iran continue; it was claimed that Iran attacked the British base located in the Greek Cypriot Administration as part of its retaliatory strikes in recent days.
BRITAIN OFFICIALLY ANNOUNCED
Britain announced that the drone targeting the British base in the Greek Cypriot Administration was not launched from Iran.
In the statement, it was expressed, "Our Ministry has confirmed that the Shahed-type drone that targeted RAF Akrotiri on the night of March 2 was not launched from Iran."
WHAT HAPPENED?
The Akrotiri base belonging to the Royal Air Force located in the GCRY was targeted by a drone on March 2.
The Ministry of Defense announced that the drone that fell on the base's runway did not cause any casualties, injuries, or significant material damage, while it was reported that two drones heading towards the base were intercepted.