02.03.2026 01:50
As soon as it was announced that the UK would allow the US to use its bases, Iran responded with a counter-move. The Akrotiri Air Base, belonging to the British Royal Air Force and located in Limassol, Southern Cyprus, became the target of an Iranian drone. The attack further escalated tensions in the region.
Iran targeted the British Royal Air Force's Akrotiri Air Base in Limassol, Southern Cyprus, with a drone.
After a loud explosion was heard in the area, sirens sounded at the base.
It was reported that a Eurofighter Typhoon took off from RAF Akrotiri in Cyprus following the attack. Meanwhile, personnel were told to find shelter where they were.
This attack occurred immediately after the UK opened its bases for use against Iran by the US, while UK Defense Minister John Healey confirmed that Iran had previously launched 2 missiles towards Cyprus.