Proposal for Upgrading the National Guard's BMP-3 Vehicles
November 22, 2025
At an international defense conference in Nicosia, Israeli company Rafael proposed upgrading the National Guard's BMP-3 vehicles. The proposal includes significant modifications, such as the installation of a remotely operated weapon station. This comes at a time when the National Guard is concerned about the maintenance of its Russian systems. Cyprus has strong bilateral relations with Israel, leaving the door open for future collaborations. However, negotiations for purchasing Merkava tanks have stalled due to recent events.