Cyprus-Europe air links rebound as Lufthansa Group, BA, easyJet and Emirates return to Larnaca & Paphos
Middle-East fallout still grounds 38 Larnaca flights as Israel, Lebanon and Gulf routes stay suspended
Cyprus bans recreational drones and issues fresh travel-security advice after Akrotiri attack
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Macron pledges French warships to defend Cyprus, calls drone strike ‘attack on Europe’
On a visit to Paphos, France’s president vowed to defend Cyprus with an enlarged naval task force after the 2 March drone attack, signalling stronger EU commitment to Eastern Mediterranean security. The deployment should stabilise shipping lanes and reassure airlines, but may prompt temporary air-space and port-access restrictions.
Report: Hezbollah used Google Maps to aim drone that struck RAF Akrotiri, raising open-source threat concerns
The Times reports that Hezbollah pinpointed RAF Akrotiri using Google Maps before the 2 March drone strike. The revelation prompts calls to blur sensitive sites and reminds companies that readily available satellite data can be exploited, elevating duty-of-care obligations for staff near military installations.
Larnaca Cancels 39 Middle-East Flights While Paphos Operates Normally
On 8 March, 39 Middle East-bound or originating flights were cancelled at Larnaca, while Paphos Airport operated a full schedule. The divergence underscores how airlines are ring-fencing exposure to the Iran conflict, forcing mobility managers to reroute travellers and freight via Paphos or short-notice charters.
Tourism Chief Insists Cyprus ‘Remains Safe’ Despite Regional War and Booking Dip
Deputy Tourism Minister Costas Koumis told journalists on 8 March that Cyprus is still a safe and functioning tourist destination, even as the Iran conflict dents advance bookings. While visitor arrivals for a major marathon demonstrate resilience, the sector is bracing for possible schedule cuts and is lobbying for state support.