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Iranian drone hits British base in Cyprus, sparks multinational military buildup

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The exact extent of damage caused by the drone attack on RAF Akrotiri.
The specific Iranian-aligned group responsible for launching the drone from Lebanon.
The full details of Russia's alleged intelligence sharing with Iran and its verification.
The timeline and reasons for the delay in the UK's HMS Dragon deployment compared to other nations.
The long-term security implications for Cyprus and the future of British bases there.
Russian assistance to Iranfactual

Russia is accused of providing intelligence to Iran on US military assets, with sources claiming ongoing assistance since the conflict began.

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US President Donald Trump said he had 'no indication' of Russian help.

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Drone damage at RAF Akrotirifactual

The drone hit a hangar at RAF Akrotiri.

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The drone hit the runway at RAF Akrotiri.

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