Turkey's enemy cyprus gets Netanyahu's support...
Local media in cyprus reported on thursday (December 5, 2024) that Cyprus has received the delivery of an Israeli air defense system. After losing russia, a major supplier of defense sector, this island country in the eastern Mediterranean has taken this step to upgrade its defense capabilities.
TV station Sigma reported that the first supply of Israeli air defense system was made on tuesday (December 3). However, Cypriot officials have refused to comment on this report.
What did the Cypriot President say?
Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides told reporters on thursday (December 5), "I can only say that we are taking every necessary step to strengthen the power of Cyprus. Not only because we are an occupied country, but also because we are a member state of the european union, located in a region of particular geostrategic importance." Let us tell you that cyprus was separated after the Turkish attack in 1974.
Barak MX anti-aircraft system will replace Russian Tor M1
Israeli Barak MX anti-aircraft system will replace the old Russian Tor M1. russia has been a major supplier of military equipment to cyprus for decades. But deals started decreasing even before the complete ban on exports after Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
A senior Cypriot source told Reuters, 'Due to the sanctions imposed on russia, cyprus is facing a shortage of spare parts for its existing defense system and which cannot be upgraded.'
The source said, "This is the reason why cyprus is turning to other countries of the european union and Israel. Under this, efforts are also underway to upgrade our anti-aircraft protection shield." However, cyprus officials never openly disclose procurement programs, as it is a very sensitive matter given the ongoing tension with Turkey.
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