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EasyJet Cancels Flights to Two Cyprus Airports
easyJet halted three return flights to Cyprus after a suspected Iranian drone strike on RAF Akrotiri disrupted services, with no casualties reported by the UK Ministry of Defence.
- On Monday, easyJet cancelled three return flights between the UK and Cyprus's Paphos and Larnaca airports following the RAF Akrotiri incident, suspending services in the immediate aftermath.
- The Ministry of Defence confirmed a suspected drone impact at RAF Akrotiri on March 2, 2026, and Defence Secretary John Healey said two Iranian missiles were launched toward Cyprus but intercepted.
- Official remarks and airline guidance added that `We are pretty sure they weren't targeted at our bases`, and easyJet said flights on March 3 are operating as planned with rebooking, refunds, and hotel support available.
- The Foreign Office updated travel advice on March 2 and urged at least 200,000 British citizens to register and follow instructions from the SBA Administration and Cypriot local authorities.
- The consequences have spread to flights worldwide, with Cyprus Airways cancelling outbound services to Beirut and Dubai amid rising cancellations on Cyprus routes due to Iran's assault.
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