DEFENCE Nicosia eyes U.S. aircraft, artillery as EU program offers billions in defense loans. Cyprus seeks U.S. military equipment, joins EU defense program Newsroom The Cyprus National Guard is preparing to expand its arsenal with U.S. military aircraft, helicopters and armored vehicles, part of a broader effort to modernize its forces and deepen defense ties with Washington and the European Union. READ MORE
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Fidias releases Tatar interview despite political firestorm Cyprus MEP defies backlash to publish controversial video with Turkish Cypriot leader, sparking fury from parties and government ... Newsroom 08/07/2025 | NEWS
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