Military Jets Soar Over Nicosia: What’s Going On?
Military aircraft were spotted flying over Nicosia this morning, prompting questions from residents about the unusual activity in the skies above the capital.
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that the flights are part of scheduled military exercises.
According to the official statement, on May 5, 2025, from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM, military drills are being carried out in Nicosia as part of ongoing defence cooperation between the Republic of Cyprus and allied nations. The exercises include fighter jet operations within the Nicosia Flight Information Region (FIR).
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Born in 1984 in Russia, in the city of Yekaterinburg (Sverdlovsk region). Since 2023, he has been living in Northern Cyprus. Education: Ural State University (UrGU, now UrFU), Faculty of Journalism. Specialization – journalist (2007). Professional experience: From 2003 to 2023, he worked in…
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