Cyprus shifts from Russia toward closer US defense ties

Cyprus, long balancing between Russia and the West, is reportedly phasing out Russian weapons and expanding defense cooperation with Washington. The report describes its changing role in the Eastern Mediterranean.

Europe · Cyprus · Arms deal

Sources

• From non-aligned to pro-Western: How Cyprus has loosened ties with Moscow, built partner-ship with the US (DW)
• Cyprus: From ties with Russia to a strategic alignment with the US (DW)

Back to the full feed