Nicosia, Cyprus. European Council President Antonio Costa said he spoke with Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides to convey the European Union’s support after an Iranian Shahed drone hit a British military base on the island. Costa said the drone was most likely fired by the Iran-backed Hezbollah.
EU support for Cyprus and Greek military assistance
Costa said in a post on X that he expressed appreciation to Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis for the Greek military support provided to Cyprus.
Lebanon decision on Hezbollah and call for accountability
In a separate post, Costa said he welcomed the Lebanese government’s decision to end Hezbollah’s military activities and its demand that those responsible for firing at Israel be brought to justice.
Security coordination between Israel and Lebanon
Costa said it was important for Israel and Lebanon to resume security coordination so the Lebanese Armed Forces can disarm Hezbollah and ensure the security of all Lebanese people, after speaking with Lebanon President Joseph Aoun.
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