Military Helicopters Spotted Over Nicosia
Military helicopters were seen flying over Nicosia, prompting the Ministry of Defense to reassure the public that there was no cause for concern.
According to the ministry, the helicopters were part of joint training exercises between the National Guard and the armed forces of allied nations.
"On March 27, 2025, between 9:30 AM and 3:00 PM, military helicopters conducted training flights within the Nicosia FIR as part of joint exercises involving the National Guard and the armed forces of friendly countries," the Ministry of Defense stated.
Earlier, the General Staff of the National Guard (GSNG) had announced that several live-fire drills would take place throughout March 2025. Residents were advised not to be alarmed by the sound of gunfire.
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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…
