Cyprus issues NOTAM for U.S. military operations

The Republic of Cyprus has issued NOTAM A0332/26, designating a restricted maritime and aerial area within its Nicosia Flight Information Region (FIR) for U.S. military operations. The notice, issued on March 13, is effective until April 12. The designated polygon extends from the northern coast of Cyprus into the Eastern Mediterranean. Reports suggest these operations are linked to the U.S. mission 'Operation Epic Fury' directed at Iran. This development follows the full removal of the U.S. arms embargo on Cyprus, which began in 2020 and has since been renewed annually. The move marks an increase in bilateral security cooperation between Washington and Nicosia. The operational area covers a significant portion of the Nicosia FIR, reflecting a change in U.S. strategic posture in the region. There is no official confirmation regarding the specific objectives, though the activity is characterized as part of broader regional stability measures.