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The Ministry of Defence announces that the Multinational Civil-Military Cooperation Exercise "ARGONAUT 2025" will take place from 7^th April to 10^th April 2025.

The exercise will be conducted in three phases, across the maritime, aerial, and land domains of the Republic of Cyprus (FIR and EEZ). The planning, execution, and overall coordination are carried out by the National Guard, in cooperation with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Joint Rescue Coordination Centre. A large number of government agencies will participate, as well as personnel and aeronautical and naval assets from the Republic of Cyprus and foreign countries.

Within the framework of the exercise, the Special National Plans “ESTIA” and “TEFKROS” will be implemented and evaluated. These plans pertain to the reception of civilians from neighbouring conflict zones, as well as the response to Search and Rescue incidents within the area of responsibility of the Republic of Cyprus.

A significant number of foreign observers will also be present to observe the exercise.

(GS/NZ)