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NICOSIA, March 2 (Rtrs) - Sirens went off at Britain's RAF Akrotiri base in Cyprus shortly after midday (on Monday, hours after it was hit by an unmanned drone, Cyprus's state TV CyBC reported. In a

Sirens Reported at UK's RAF Akrotiri Base in Cyprus After Drone Strike

Incident Overview and Immediate Response

Initial Report of the Incident

NICOSIA, March 2 (Rtrs) - Sirens went off at Britain's RAF Akrotiri base in Cyprus shortly after midday (on Monday, hours after it was hit by an unmanned drone, Cyprus's state TV CyBC reported.

Live Broadcast Details

In a live broadcast CyBC reported sirens going off at the base, and aircraft taking off from the facility close to the southern city of Limassol.

Reporting and Editing Credits

(Writing by Michele KambasEditing by Gareth Jones)

Key Takeaways

  • A suspected Iranian drone struck RAF Akrotiri near Limassol around midnight, triggering sirens and scrambling jets; damage was minor and no injuries reported. (theguardian.com)
  • Non-essential personnel were temporarily dispersed and British families evacuated; force protection is at its highest level, while Cypriot authorities stressed the island itself was not a target. (theguardian.com)
  • This incident occurred hours after the UK authorized U.S. use of its bases for defensive strikes against Iran, illustrating the escalating regional conflict following the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader. (theguardian.com)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What happened at RAF Akrotiri in Cyprus?
Sirens sounded at the UK's RAF Akrotiri airbase in Cyprus shortly after midday following a drone strike.
Who reported the incident at the RAF Akrotiri base?
Cyprus's state TV, CyBC, reported the sounding of sirens and subsequent aircraft activity at the base.
Were there any aircraft movements reported after the sirens?
Yes, aircraft were seen taking off from RAF Akrotiri after sirens went off.
Where is RAF Akrotiri located in Cyprus?
RAF Akrotiri is located near the southern city of Limassol in Cyprus.

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