Cyprus Celebrates 66th Independence Day with Military Parade and International Recognition
The National Guard presented new drone systems for the first time on Thursday in Nicosia during a military parade marking the 66th anniversary of Cypriot independence. Troops from the USA, France, the United Kingdom, and Egypt marched alongside Cypriot armed forces. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio acknowledged the growing partnership between the USA and Cyprus and emphasized strengthened cooperation in defense, energy, trade, and education.