Multinational exercise Nemesis 2026 takes place in Cyprus EEZ

On November 11, 2026, the multinational exercise "Nemesis 2026" was conducted within the Exclusive Economic Zone of the Republic of Cyprus. The exercise involved eight participating nations: Cyprus, Greece, France, the United Kingdom, the United States, Israel, Italy, and Egypt, along with more than 15 Cypriot state agencies. The drills were coordinated by the Joint Rescue Coordination Centre.

State officials, including Defense Minister Vassilis Palmas, Justice Minister Costas Fitiris, Agriculture Minister Christos Senekis, and Deputy Minister of Migration Nicolas Ioannides, monitored the proceedings from the Evangelos Florakis Naval Base in Mari. Ambassadors from the participating countries were also present to observe the operations.

The exercise focused on complex aeronautical scenarios centered on maritime security and the protection of critical energy infrastructure. Specifically, the drills were designed to improve state readiness in managing emergency incidents, including potential terrorist threats, on hydrocarbon extraction platforms, which is essential for the security of Cyprus' ongoing energy program.