Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas emphasized the importance of military readiness, modernization, and strategic alliances, confirming plans to upgrade key infrastructure during remarks marking the feast day of Saint George.

Cyprus's defense minister, Vasilis Palmas, highlighted strengthening defense capabilities and adapting to Middle East developments as key priorities, acknowledging the “unfortunate event” of TNT loss.

Greek Defence Minister Nikos Dendias arrived in Cyprus on Tuesday to meet President Nikos Christodoulides and his Cypriot counterpart Vasilis Palmas, following a drone strike on the British Bases at…

The Cypriot defence ministry is “taking all the necessary measures” in light of strikes carried out by the United States and Israel on Iran, minister Vasilis Palmas said on Saturday.

Cyprus Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas spoke at the 41st Marathon of Love for Missing Persons, reaffirming state support for families and emphasizing the ongoing relevance of the issue.

Cyprus itself was not the target of recent threats in the region, defence minister Vasilis Palmas said on Tuesday, clarifying that warnings instead related solely to the British bases. Speaking to Greek broadcaster ERT, Palmas asserted that the republic had not been directly threatened despite rising tensions linked to the regional conflict. “It was not […]

Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas is scheduled to meet with his Greek counterpart Nikos Dendias to discuss developments in the region in view of the ongoing war between the United States, Israel and…

The government tabled legislation on Thursday to substantially upgrade the institution of contract soldiers (Syops) extending their service life, improving pay and creating clear pathways for promotion, in a bid to stabilise staffing and operational readiness of the national guard. The bill was presented to the House defence committee by Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas, who […]

The Cypriot cabinet has approved an increase in the special allowance granted to all contract soldiers (Syop), raising it from €100 to €150, as announced by Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas.

Defence minister Vasilis Palmas assured on Friday that Cyprus’ operational readiness remains high, yet cautioned that that no nation can guarantee absolute protection amid escalating regional tensions. Speaking on Sigma TV, Palmas said the republic relies on strong alliances, particularly with Greece and other EU member states. “Absolute protection does not exist, even in Israel, […]

Cyprus Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas has categorically denied reports that Iranian missiles were fired towards Cyprus, directly contradicting claims made by UK Defence Secretary John Healey.

Cyprus's Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas announced that the National Guard will punish personnel who 'did not do their job properly' regarding explosives that went missing during a training exercise, with police investigations ongoing.