UK says Cyprus drone strike not Iran-originated
TL;DR
The UK MoD says the Shahed-type drone that hit RAF Akrotiri in Cyprus was not launched from Iran, though investigators cannot conclusively identify its origin (possible pro-Iran militias in Lebanon or western Iraq). No casualties or damage to the hangar were reported; Cyprus criticized the warning lapse and security coordination continues with UK and allies, amid broader discussions about US basing and potential strikes from Diego Garcia.
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- Healey visits Cyprus after criticism of UK response to drone attacks BBC
- Greece, France and Germany send forces to Cyprus after Iran-made drone strikes Euronews.com
- UK, France send warships, air defence assets to Cyprus after drone attack Al Jazeera
- Britain not ruling out future strikes on Iran missile sites, officials indicate The Guardian
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