in-cyprus 28 October 2023 - by Stelios Marathovouniotis
Amid the intensifying conflict in Israel and Palestine and the potential for a regional spillover, the German army has positioned more than 1,000 troops in Cyprus and various Middle Eastern nations, according to German news reports.
This proactive move is aimed at swiftly evacuating German nationals if the situation further deteriorates and conflict spreads across the region.
Most of these military personnel are stationed in Cyprus, on high alert, German tabloid Bild reported.
Growing concerns revolve around the possibility that the conflict, which began three weeks ago, might trigger a larger conflagration involving Lebanon and potentially even Iran.
Special Forces units from the naval forces (KSM) have been relocated to Cyprus. Also, special Forces from the army (KSK) are now positioned in Jordan, signalling Germany’s readiness to respond swiftly to any potential crisis in the area.
