Update on Possible Threat at RAF Akrotiri Base
March 2, 2026
Reports of explosions were heard near RAF Akrotiri in Cyprus during a possible Iranian drone attack. British servicemembers and their families received alerts to stay in safe places due to an imminent security threat. Prime Minister Keir Starmer mentioned that the U.S. has permission to utilize British bases for defense purposes. Local governments dismissed rumors about Iranian missiles. The situation is fluid, and more information is expected.