On October 2, a military expert said that the likelihood of missiles accidentally hitting Cyprus from the Middle East is small, although it cannot be completely ruled out.
The announcement comes amid public concern after sightings of flashes of light and explosions in coastal cities sparked a wave of requests for an official explanation.
Retired Colonel Andis Loizos stressed that Cyprus is not currently within Iran's sphere of military interests. He also noted that strengthened relations with the United States and its use of Cypriot infrastructure for supply purposes make such a threat unlikely. Loizos assured that Iran currently views Israel as its main target.
The expert noted that Turkey's participation in a possible conflict, especially on the Lebanese front, may pose certain risks. This is especially relevant in light of statements by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, who expressed support for Lebanon against the backdrop of Israeli operations.
Loizos also noted that the illegal military infrastructure in the northern part of Cyprus could be used by Turkey for its military purposes. In addition, he emphasized the important role of British bases on the island in facilitating intelligence sharing with Israel and its allies such as Jordan, which recently intercepted Iranian missiles aimed at Israel.
According to Loizos, escalation of the conflict between Iran and Israel is unlikely, regional tensions require attention.
Source: cyprus-mail.com
