Republic of Cyprus

Turkish forces interfered with military aircraft carrying European defense ministers to Cyprus, including radio disruptions from the Tymbou airport and F-16 jets tracking the planes. The Cypriot government plans to lodge formal complaints over the incidents.

France and Cyprus will sign a defense agreement allowing French troops to be stationed on Cyprus for humanitarian purposes, with the deal expected to cover military coordination, technology, and joint exercises. The Turkish Cypriot administration has rejected the agreement, arguing it disregards their rights and lacks authority.