EU to examine reported Turkish harassment of aircraft carrying defence ministers to Cyprus
The European Commission said on Tuesday it was examining reports of interference with aircraft carrying European defence ministers to Cyprus, while remaining in contact with the government. Speaking during the Commission’s daily briefing, European External Action Service spokeswoman Anita Hipper confirmed Brussels was aware of the matter and had begun gathering information. “ We have seen the reports and are of course aware of the issue ,” she said. “ We will examine exactly
The European Commission is investigating reports that aircraft carrying European defense ministers to Cyprus experienced interference. The incident allegedly involved communications originating from a northern Cypriot airport and the presence of Turkish fighter jets. Ministers from Greece, France, and the Netherlands were reportedly affected while en route to an informal EU defense ministers' meeting in Nicosia. Cyprus has described the actions as unacceptable and plans to address the matter through diplomatic channels, viewing it as a "revisionist approach."
This incident highlights ongoing tensions in the Eastern Mediterranean and raises concerns about the safety and freedom of movement for officials traveling within the EU.
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