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The Times of India
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‘Security of Cyprus fundamental to UK’: Keir Starmer says Cyprus bases won't be used for Iran attacks

Britain has assured Cyprus that its military bases on the island will not be used for offensive action in the Iran conflict, even as London strengthens protective measures around the Republic of Cyprus amid regional tensions.

As per news agency Reuters, the assurance was conveyed during a phone call between British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides, and was later disclosed by the Cypriot government on Saturday.

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