Turkey’s Alarm Over Israeli Air Defense in Cyprus Exposes Regional Instability

Turkey is sounding the alarm over Cyprus’ acquisition of an advanced Israeli air defense system, signaling a renewed flashpoint in the long-standing tensions surrounding the divided Mediterranean island. This development is far more than a regional dispute—it is a direct challenge to stability that could ripple across Europe and beyond, with serious implications for American interests. Is Cyprus Becoming a Flashpoint for Military Escalation? The reported delivery of Israel’s Barak MX integrated air defense system to Cyprus represents a major upgrade over the island’s previously Soviet-era defenses. Capable of intercepting missiles, drones, and aircraft at ranges up to 93 miles,...